Character Relationship Map: Damaged Hearts

Characters

• The Mother (played by Mary Carr) — protagonist
• David (played by Jerry Devine) — protagonist

  Shares the same narrative role as the primary David. Portrays the Everglades hermit who exacts revenge, duels Hugh underwater, and ends up with Edwina.

• The Girl (played by Helen Rowland) — supporting
• Sandy (played by Tyrone Power Sr.) — supporting
• Mrs. Langham (played by Florence Billings) — supporting
• Celia Stevens (played by Jean Armour) — supporting
• Jim Porter (played by Brian Donlevy) — minor
• The Cripple (played by Charles De Forrest) — minor
• Hugh Winfield (played by Thomas Gillen) — supporting

  The wealthy son who mistreated David in his youth. He is Edwina's husband, suspected of killing her, and seeks revenge against David. During an underwater duel, he is accidentally killed by a jealous...

• Edwina Winfield (played by Sara Mullon) — minor
• Innkeeper (played by Edmund Breese) — minor
• His Wife (played by Effie Shannon) — minor
• The Florida 'Cracker' (played by Rolinda Bainbridge) — minor
• David (played by Eugene Strong) — minor

Story Analysis

A reclusive hermit seeks revenge through abduction, only to find unexpected love and ultimate redemption.

Plot Progression

1. The Hermit's Grudge
2. Abduction and Affection
3. Doubt and Return
4. Underwater Vengeance