You Belong to Me (1934 film)

You Belong to Me is a 1934 American pre-Code romantic drama film directed by Alfred L. Werker and starring Lee Tracy and Helen Mack. The film centers on the romance between a traveling salesman, Lawson Burnside (Tracy), and a small-town doctor, Helen Mason (Mack). Burnside is known for his fast-talking and charming ways, while Mason is dedicated to her patients and her profession.

The story unfolds as Burnside, traveling through Mason's town, suffers an injury. Mason treats him, and a spark ignites between them. Despite their vastly different lifestyles and initial reservations, they fall in love and eventually marry. The film explores the challenges they face as Burnside continues his life on the road, causing friction and jealousy in their relationship. Mason struggles to balance her commitment to her patients with her desire for a stable home life with her husband. The narrative focuses on the complexities of their relationship and the question of whether their love can overcome their disparate worlds and Burnside's seemingly ingrained wanderlust. Ultimately, the film examines themes of commitment, trust, and the sacrifices required in a marriage, particularly when faced with conflicting personal and professional desires. The film received moderate attention upon its release and is primarily noted for its performances from Tracy and Mack and its portrayal of the challenges faced by working women in the early 1930s.