The Tell-Tale Heart
“THE TWILIGHT OF A BRILLIANT MIND - The DECLINE OF REASON INTO RAVING HOMICIDAL INSANITY”
Synopsis
A young man is driven mad by his obsession with the repulsive diseased eye of the old man who cares for him.
Top Cast
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June 14, 1934
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Brian Desmond Hurst
- Screenplay & Story
- David Plunkett Greene, Brian Desmond Hurst, Edgar Allan Poe
- Original Score
- John Reynders
- Original Title
- The Tell-Tale Heart
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 55m
- Production Studios
- Clifton-Hurst Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Brian Desmond Hurst
David Plunkett Greene, Brian Desmond Hurst, Edgar Allan Poe
John Reynders
Vernon Clancey
Harry Clifton
Department Leadership Roster
Brian Desmond Hurst
Director
David Plunkett Greene
Writer
Brian Desmond Hurst
Writer
Harry Clifton
Producer
Vernon Clancey
Editor
John Reynders
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Tell-Tale Heart
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What is The Tell-Tale Heart about?
A young man is driven mad by his obsession with the repulsive diseased eye of the old man who cares for him.
Who directed The Tell-Tale Heart?
The Tell-Tale Heart was directed by Brian Desmond Hurst.
Who stars in The Tell-Tale Heart?
The principal cast of The Tell-Tale Heart includes Norman Dryden, John Kelt, Yolande Terrell, Thomas Shenton, James Fleck.
When was The Tell-Tale Heart released and how long is it?
The Tell-Tale Heart was released in 1934 with a total runtime of 55m.
Who composed the musical score for The Tell-Tale Heart?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Tell-Tale Heart was composed by John Reynders.
Is The Tell-Tale Heart based on a book or true story?
The Tell-Tale Heart is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Edgar Allan Poe".