🤔Harvey Stone's inability to work highlights the vices of the lost generation.
😲The characters lack constructive occupations, highlighting the meaninglessness of life after the war.
😬The fight between Francis and Cohn demonstrates their contrasting views on marriage.
🙄Francis values financial security and social status, while Cohn believes in love.
😔Jake's disgust at how Francis treats Cohn foreshadows his realization of how Brett treats him.
Why does Harvey complain about not having eaten in five days?
—Harvey is experiencing financial difficulties and is waiting for a payment from his publisher.
Why does Jake offer money to Harvey?
—Jake offers money to help Harvey until his next payment arrives.
Why does Cohn threaten Harvey?
—Cohn threatens Harvey because of their mutual dislike for each other.
Why is Francis devastated?
—Francis is devastated because Cohn no longer wants to marry her.
Why does Jake find the conversation with Francis awkward?
—Jake doesn't understand why Francis is telling him about her breakup with Cohn.
00:01Introduction to the scene at the cafe where Jake meets up with Harvey.
00:09Jake and Harvey talk while waiting for Brett, but she doesn't show up.
00:17Jake offers money to Harvey until his next payment arrives.
00:23Harvey complains about his writing and they spot Cohn across the room.
00:31Cohn threatens Harvey, but he dismisses him.
00:39Jake admits his pity for Cohn because of his love for Brett.
00:49Francis privately tells Jake about Cohn no longer wanting to marry her.
00:59Francis berates Cohn in front of Jake, causing awkwardness.
