Heartbeat

Australia, 1957

Film
Heartbeat thumbnail image.

The heartbeat under normal conditions is shown. A young couple go to an entertainment where there is exciting music and alcohol. Driving away they suffer a fatal accident. The gentleman’s heartbeat is reflected in the tempo of a jazz quartet.

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Credits

production company

Artransa Films

Australian Commonwealth Film Unit

Australian Road Safety Council

Duration

00:02:30:00

Production places
Australia
Production dates
1957

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