Earthquake Strikes Paramount Studios While Cameras Roll

The transcript covers a scene set on March 10th at 5:53 PM, featuring WC Fields at Paramount Pictures engaging in comedic antics. A dialogue ensues where a character expresses gratitude and requests to be taken to Shanghai. The conversation shifts to an earthquake, highlighting people's reactions and the urgency of the situation.

What location is mentioned in the text?

What is the young man's observation about people?