Movies from 1929 to the middle of 1934, known as the pre-codes, were really wild. There are all sorts of unexpected surprises, from homosexuality to near nudity to prostitution… The fun came to an end with the censorship laws, which started in mid-1934 and lasted until the 1960’s. That is why Lucy and Desi slept in separate beds. For more, see the really wonderful pre-code.com.
MATTHEW'S ISLAND 
From “Wonder Bar” (1934). You can just recognize Al Jolson smiling behind.
I was wondering what movie that was from – and how did they get away with 2 men dancing together?
Movies from 1929 to the middle of 1934, known as the pre-codes, were really wild. There are all sorts of unexpected surprises, from homosexuality to near nudity to prostitution… The fun came to an end with the censorship laws, which started in mid-1934 and lasted until the 1960’s. That is why Lucy and Desi slept in separate beds. For more, see the really wonderful pre-code.com.