Tabu: A Story of the South Seas movie poster

Tabu: A Story of the South Seas

July 30, 1931 1h 26m 7.1/10 (177 votes)

Originally released in 1931. Tabu: A Story of the South Seas is a romance/drama film. directed by F. W. Murnau. At just 86 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Matahi, Anne Chevalier, and Bill Bambridge

Synopsis

On the South Pacific island of Bora Bora, a young couple's love is threatened when the tribal chief declares the girl a sacred virgin.

Quick Facts

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Release Date July 30, 1931 94 years ago
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Runtime 1h 26m 86 minutes total
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User Rating 7.1/10 Great (177 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Murnau-Flaherty Productions
  • Paramount Pictures

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tabu: A Story of the South Seas about?

On the South Pacific island of Bora Bora, a young couple's love is threatened when the tribal chief declares the girl a sacred virgin.

Who directed Tabu: A Story of the South Seas?

Tabu: A Story of the South Seas was directed by F. W. Murnau.

How long is Tabu: A Story of the South Seas?

Tabu: A Story of the South Seas has a runtime of 1 hours and 26 minutes (86 minutes total).

When was Tabu: A Story of the South Seas released?

Tabu: A Story of the South Seas was released on July 30, 1931 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Tabu: A Story of the South Seas?

The main cast of Tabu: A Story of the South Seas includes Matahi, Anne Chevalier, Bill Bambridge, Hitu, Jules.

Is Tabu: A Story of the South Seas worth watching?

Tabu: A Story of the South Seas has a user rating of 7.1/10 based on 177 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.