Forbidden Paradise
Originally released in 1924. Forbidden Paradise is a comedy/romance film. directed by Ernst Lubitsch. At just 76 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Pola Negri, Rod La Rocque, and Adolphe Menjou
Synopsis
Alexei, a young officer, saves the Czarina of a small European kingdom from revolutionary conspirators and is rewarded with her love. Infatuated, he deserts his sweetheart, Anna, the Czarina's lady-in-waiting, only to discover that his Queen is far from true to him. Desperate, he joins the revolutionists and plots against her. The Czarina pleads that she loves only him, and he swears no harm will befall her. Meantime the chancellor nips the revolution in the bud, and the Czarina orders Alexei's arrest. But she causes herself such unhappiness in doing so that she releases him from prison, relinquishes him to Anna, and seeks solace in a new affair with the French Ambassador
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 2, 1924
102 years ago
Runtime
1h 16m
76 minutes total
User Rating
5.2/10
Mixed (8 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Pola Negri
as Catherine
Rod La Rocque
as Capt. Alexei Czerny
Adolphe Menjou
as Chancellor
Pauline Starke
as Anna
Fred Malatesta
as French ambassador
Nick De Ruiz
as The General
Carrie Daumery
as Lady-in-Waiting
Carlton Griffin
as Officer (uncredited)
William Quinn
as (uncredited)
Leo White
as Driver (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Famous Players-Lasky Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forbidden Paradise about?
Alexei, a young officer, saves the Czarina of a small European kingdom from revolutionary conspirators and is rewarded with her love. Infatuated, he deserts his sweetheart, Anna, the Czarina's lady...
Who directed Forbidden Paradise?
Forbidden Paradise was directed by Ernst Lubitsch.
How long is Forbidden Paradise?
Forbidden Paradise has a runtime of 1 hours and 16 minutes (76 minutes total).
When was Forbidden Paradise released?
Forbidden Paradise was released on January 2, 1924 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Forbidden Paradise?
The main cast of Forbidden Paradise includes Pola Negri, Rod La Rocque, Adolphe Menjou, Pauline Starke, Fred Malatesta.