The Private Life of Helen of Troy
Originally released in 1927. The Private Life of Helen of Troy is a comedy film. directed by Alexander Korda. At just 87 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Lewis Stone, Ricardo Cortez, and George Fawcett
Synopsis
Setting the standard for his later light-hearted biopics The Private Life of Henry VIII and Rembrandt, producer-director Alexander Korda steadfastly refuses to take any of The Private Life of Helen of Troy seriously. Maria Corda, wife of the director, plays the title character as a fetchingly underdressed coquette, oblivious to all the political turmoil she's causing when she allows the handsome Paris (Ricardo Cortez) to kidnap her. Meanwhile, poor King Menelaus (Lewis Stone), Helen's husband, stands by in stoic silence, just as he's done on previous occasions when his wife succumbed to the charms of various sexy suitors (one of whom is played by future cowboy star "Wild Bill" Elliot). Finally galvanized into action, Menelaus reclaims his bride, who seems none the worse for wear for her experiences.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 9, 1927
98 years ago
Runtime
1h 27m
87 minutes total
User Rating
3.5/10
Mixed (4 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Private Life of Helen of Troy about?
Setting the standard for his later light-hearted biopics The Private Life of Henry VIII and Rembrandt, producer-director Alexander Korda steadfastly refuses to take any of The Private Life of Helen...
Who directed The Private Life of Helen of Troy?
The Private Life of Helen of Troy was directed by Alexander Korda.
How long is The Private Life of Helen of Troy?
The Private Life of Helen of Troy has a runtime of 1 hours and 27 minutes (87 minutes total).
When was The Private Life of Helen of Troy released?
The Private Life of Helen of Troy was released on December 9, 1927 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Private Life of Helen of Troy?
The main cast of The Private Life of Helen of Troy includes Lewis Stone, Ricardo Cortez, George Fawcett, Alice White, Bill Elliott.