%PDF-1.4%����ġ72 0 obj endobj Jimy should be charming but goofy and possess a good sense of comic timing. Street scenes, the speakeasy, the jail scene, etc. Jimy should be charming but goofy and possess a good sense of comic timing. Taking place in New York City in 1922, Thoroughly Modern Millie tells the story of young Millie Dillmount, who has just moved to the city in search of a new life for herself. In a moment of desperation, MILLIE trips him. Jimmy Smith: Jimmy is self-assured and quick-witted.