Volpone (Harry Baur) is a rich but miserly man who resides in Venice, Italy. His servant Mosca (Louis Jouvet) cooks up a plot that will accomplish two things Volpone approves of: accruing even more wealth and getting back at some old foes. Volpone pretends to be dying, making it clear, however, that he has not yet selected an heir. As the news spreads, a collection of so-called friends shower gifts upon Volpone in an attempt to win his favor. And soon the stingy Venetian is overwhelmed. Wikipedia
Volpone (Harry Baur) is a rich but miserly man who resides in Venice, Italy. His servant Mosca (Louis Jouvet) cooks up a plot that will accomplish two things Volpone approves of: accruing even more wealth and getting back at some old foes. Volpone pretends to be dying, making it clear, however, that he has not yet selected an heir. As the news...