Having died, spoiled playboy Henry van Cleve finds himself at the entrance to Hell, a last destination that he believes is his due after leading a life of affluence and excess. The devil, on the other hand, isn't convinced that Henry satisfies Hell's requirements. Henry recounts his life's deeds, both good and bad, including an act of indiscretion during his 25-year marriage to his wife, Martha, in the hope that "His Excellency" will arrive at the appropriate judgment.
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Having died, spoiled playboy Henry van Cleve finds himself at the entrance to Hell, a last destination that he believes is his due after leading a life of affluence and excess. The devil, on the other hand, isn't convinced that Henry satisfies Hell's requirements. Henry recounts his life's deeds, both good and bad, including an act of indiscretion during his 25-year marriage to his wife, Martha, in the hope that "His Excellency" will arrive at the appropriate judgment.
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