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Tabu: A Story of the South Seas

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On a remote island in the South Pacific, a captivating story of love, desire, and the clash between traditional culture and the modern world unfolds. The plot follows a young fisherman who falls hopelessly in love with a beautiful woman from the tribe, symbolizing purity and a simple life. However, their happiness is threatened by the forces of fate and the relentless rhythm of nature. The arrival of a foreigner to the island, drawn by the beauty of the indigenous woman, stirs jealousy and rivalries.

As the young man fights to protect his beloved, he confronts conflicts that transcend the personal, revealing the tensions between the old order and external influences. The island's gods watch from above, whispering warnings that the lovers ignore. The idyllic setting becomes a stage for tragedy as the romance is caught between tradition and modernity, leading the couple to make choices that will alter their lives forever.

With beautiful imagery and a visual narrative that reflects the essence of ocean life, the work serves as a meditation on the freedom and shackles of love. Its magical and exotic atmosphere intertwines with a tribute to nature and a critique of the world's petty grievances, creating a striking cinematic experience that resonates beyond its time.

Media type
Movie
Year
1931
Director
F. W. Murnau
Writer
F. W. Murnau
Robert Flaherty
Edgar G. Ulmer
Rating
Service
Internet Movie Database
Rating
7.40
Service
Rotten tomatoes
Rating
93.00
Actors
Matahi
Anne Chevalier
Hitu
Jules
Gender
Romance
Drama
Adventure
Country
United States
Producers
F. W. Murnau
Robert Flaherty
Original title
Tabu: A Story of the South Seas
Duration
86
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