Heart Trouble

About This Movie

Heart Trouble (1928) is one of those elusive films that piques your curiosity. Directed by Arthur Ripley, it provides this unique lens on post-WWI America's psyche. You’ve got this comedy that intertwines Harry Van Housen's personal rejection from military service with a rather unexpected arc involving espionage. The pacing feels reflective of its time, mixing humor with moments of tension as our protagonist stumbles into heroism. The performances, although lost to time, surely had that charming, exaggerated quality typical of the era. It's a shame there's no surviving copy because the practical effects they used for the spy antics must have been a sight. Even without existing footage, the themes of duty and redemption echo through what little is known about this title.

No known surviving copy exists. · Explores themes of duty and heroism. · Offers insights into post-WWI American culture.