Alur Cerita

It Happened Tomorrow (1944) tells the story of Eddie Post, a young and ambitious journalist working for the New York Daily News. Eddie's life takes an unexpected turn when he stumbles upon a mysterious edition of tomorrow's paper, which has somehow been published today. Initially thrilled by this newfound power, Eddie uses his knowledge to gain an edge in his reporting, making him a star reporter almost overnight. However, as Eddie becomes more and more reliant on the advance information, he starts to face a series of problems that threaten to derail his career and personal life. His new girlfriend, Corinne, is part of a phony clairvoyant act, using her supposed psychic abilities to fleece unsuspecting marks out of their money. As Eddie becomes closer to Corinne, he finds himself torn between his love for her and his growing unease about the morality of her actions. Meanwhile, Eddie's boss, Hildy Jones, grows increasingly suspicious of his sudden success and starts to investigate whether Eddie is using some kind of inside information to get ahead. As tensions mount, Eddie must navigate a web of deception and misdirection to keep his secret safe while also trying to make sense of the strange phenomenon that has given him access to tomorrow's news. Throughout the film, Eddie's predicament serves as a commentary on the ethics of journalism and the dangers of relying too heavily on information gained through unconventional means. Despite its lighthearted tone and comedic elements, It Happened Tomorrow raises important questions about the responsibilities that come with knowledge and power. In the end, Eddie must confront the consequences of his actions and decide whether to continue using his newfound abilities for personal gain or to use them to do good in the world.

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