The Clean Heart
Synopsis
Newspaper editor and successful novelist Philip Wriford suffers a mental breakdown from overwork and worry over having to support orphaned children. To get away from the "other self" he imagines is following him, he wanders into the country and befriends Puddlebox, a philosophical tramp, who sacrifices his own life to save Philip. While recovering in a hospital, he meets Essie who eventually restores him to health and happiness. A lost film.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 15, 1924
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- J. Stuart Blackton
- Screenplay & Story
- Marian Constance Blackton, A.S.M. Hutchinson
- Original Title
- The Clean Heart
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Production Studios
- Vitagraph Company of America
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
J. Stuart Blackton
Marian Constance Blackton, A.S.M. Hutchinson
Department Leadership Roster
J. Stuart Blackton
Director
Marian Constance Blackton
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Clean Heart
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Clean Heart about?
Newspaper editor and successful novelist Philip Wriford suffers a mental breakdown from overwork and worry over having to support orphaned children. To get away from the "other self" he imagines is following him, he wanders into the country and befriends Puddlebox, a philosophical tramp, who sacrifices his own life to save Philip. While recovering in a hospital, he meets Essie who eventually restores him to health and happiness. A lost film.
Who directed The Clean Heart?
The Clean Heart was directed by J. Stuart Blackton.
Who stars in The Clean Heart?
The principal cast of The Clean Heart includes Percy Marmont, Otis Harlan, Marguerite De La Motte, Andrew Arbuckle, Martha Petelle.
When was The Clean Heart released and how long is it?
The Clean Heart was released in 1924 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.
Is The Clean Heart based on a book or true story?
The Clean Heart is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "A.S.M. Hutchinson".