Tabu: A Story of the South Seas (1931)

07/30/1931 (US) • 1h 26m

Romance, Drama, Adventure

Overview

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.

Top Billed Cast

Matahi

The Boy

Anne Chevalier

The Girl (as Reri)

Bill Bambridge

The Policeman (as Jean)

Hitu

The Old Warrior

Jules

The Captain (uncredited)


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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

-

Revenue

-

Keywords

exotic island

love of one's life

escape

sacrifice

south seas

civilization

tahiti

romance

black and white

shark

nature

pre-code

polynesia

bora bora

gay director

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