Pola Negri, Antonio Moreno, Wallace Beery, Kathlyn Williams. Title from container. Originally released as a motion picture in 1923. Full screen (1.37:1). Bonus features: Interview with the composer Bill Ware ; Restoration demonstration audio commentary by film historian Scott Eyman and dance historian Naima Prevots.
Summary:
Pola Negri was already an international star. Antonio Moreno was her equal in terms of talent and sex appeal. The director Herbert Brenon (Beau Geste) was one of the greatest directors of his day and he was assisted by his cinematographer, James Wong Howe (Hud). Together, they created one of the great romance epics of the silent era. Restored by Eye Filmmuseum, The Spanish Dancer (1923) is a joy to behold. The film is action-packed, witty, and romantic with huge sets and a cast of thousands. Brenon keeps the adventure going full steam ahead while Negri and Moreno show why they were huge stars of their day. Includes a new orchestral score by Bill Ware!
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