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Bird of Paradise
A drama of forbidden love beyond the pale of white men's morals.
1932·1h 20m·★ 5.1
When a young South Seas sailor falls overboard, the beautiful daughter of a Polynesian king dives in and saves his life. Thus begins the romance of Johnny and Luana. Though Luana is promised to another man, Johnny whisks her away, and for a brief time the lovers live very happily together. But, when a local volcano threatens their lives, Luana knows that she must sacrifice herself to the volcanic gods in order to save her island.
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A character-led choice where relationships, emotion, and personal stakes are a bigger part of the experience than spectacle.
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Best suited to viewers who want a more personal, reflective story.
Commitment
Light commitment · 1h 20m
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