Break of Hearts

Break of Hearts

Twenty-two and wonderful... as Booth Tarkington's loveliest heroine!

NR 1935 · 78 min · ★ 5.5 · Drama, Romance

Constance, a poor but aspiring composer, meets the great conductor, Franz, through their old music teacher. They fall in love, despite Constance knowing about Franz's weakness for pretty women.

Directed by Philip Moeller · Written by Anthony Veiller

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