Looking for Trouble

The narrative unfolds in the early 1930s, a period marked by urban growth and organized crime in American cities. The atmosphere blends working-class life with shady dealings in offices and night spots. The Long Beach earthquake of 1933 anchors the climax, giving the film a historical backdrop.

Set in the Los Angeles area with key scenes in Long Beach, the film follows urban workers and crime-ridden neighborhoods of the early 1930s. From a city office to a casino and a residential area, the story moves through the hustle of 1930s urban life. The Long Beach area and its collision with disaster—the 1933 earthquake—provide a dramatic backdrop to the climactic events.

🔎 Crime & Deception

A routine job spirals into exposure of a racketeering operation as Joe and Casey uncover a tap on the investment company’s lines. The story explores how information can be manipulated to frame others and how truth can be buried beneath clever alibis. Characters wrestle with loyalty and the consequences of getting involved with criminals. The film emphasizes justice through investigation and the risks of speaking out.

💪 Loyalty & Courage

Joe and Casey form a tight partnership, relying on quick thinking and mutual trust to survive dangerous encounters. Their courage is tested as they confront criminals, endure injuries, and work to expose the racket. The duo demonstrates perseverance in the face of fear and corruption, earning a path to resolution.

💘 Love & Jealousy

Romantic entanglements complicate the plot, with Joe’s relationship with Ethel strained by jealousy and circumstances. She becomes involved with Dan and the racketeering operation, but is ultimately cleared of guilt and faces the consequences of those around her. The tension drives key choices and the eventual resolution emphasizes trust and forgiveness.