Heads Up

In Heads Up, Jack Mason, a student at the Coast Guard Academy, falls for Mary at a graduation ball. However, her mother prefers the wealthy Rex Cutting as a suitable match. Complications arise during a yachting cruise, where Jack, not initially invited, attempts to smuggle himself aboard, leading to a series of comedic and adventurous events.

The film showcases a mix of music and comedy, typical of its era, and features a cast including Charles 'Buddy' Rogers and Helen Kane. As the story unfolds, Jack's determination to win Mary's heart is challenged by Rex's ulterior motives, which reveal his true identity as a fugitive bootlegger. The film's plot intertwines romance, humor, and a quest for heroism, making it a notable entry in early 1930s cinema.