In Morocco, a French sergeant falls in love with the sister of an Arab colleague, a dangerous situation that could result in death for both of them. Complicating matters is the fact that her father is an Arab chief fighting a local bandit who is also in love with her.
So, Baroud. If you stumble upon this one, it’s a curious beast from another time, definitely. If you’re into sweeping, silent desert romances, the kind where everyone wears their heart on their sleeve (and often a fancy uniform or veil), then yeah, give it a shot. But if you need quick cuts, snappy dialogue, or anythin...
Comparing the cinematic DNA and archive impact of two defining moments in cult history.
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"So, Baroud. If you stumble upon this one, it’s a curious beast from another time, definitely. If you’re into sweeping, silent desert romances, the kind where everyone wears their heart on their sleeve (and often a fancy uniform or veil), then yeah, give it a shot. But if you need quick cuts, snappy dialogue, or anything made after, say, 1930, you’ll probably be bored stiff. 🤷♀️The story is classic old-Hollywood melodrama, but set in Morocco. You’ve got a French sergeant, André (Pierre Batcheff..."
Rex Ingram, André Jaeger-Schmidt, Benno Vigny
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