Third at Heart

About This Movie

Third at Heart, directed in 1947 and shrouded in a bit of mystery since the director's name doesn't seem to be widely known, offers an intriguing blend of comedy and chaos. The plot revolves around Maitre de Latour Martin, who returns from war only to find himself entangled in a web of bigamy with two wives already in tow, and then a third woman complicates matters thanks to some lost paperwork. The pacing has a delightful rhythm, bouncing from one comedic misunderstanding to another, while the performances—especially from the leads—add a certain charm and an almost theatrical flair to the absurdity of the situation. Themes of love, deceit, and the parsing of relationships are explored in a way that feels both light-hearted and subtly poignant.

Third at Heart is not widely available, making it somewhat of a hidden gem for collectors. It has seen limited releases over the years, often appearing in curated collections of lesser-known comedies from the post-war era. There’s a growing interest among enthusiasts for films that showcase the quirks of bigamy and relationship dynamics, and this film fits nicely into that niche.