Set in the fictitious European kingdom of Balanca, Prince Michael IV is being coerced, by his advisers, to marry a young woman of royal blood. However, he has fallen for a peasant.
MGM’s 1928 silent feature, Forbidden Hours, lands squarely in the melodramatic tradition of its era: a dashing prince, a forbidden love, and the crushing weight of royal duty. Is it worth watching today? For dedicated silent film enthusiasts, particularly those interested in the twilight years of the silent era and the...
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"MGM’s 1928 silent feature, Forbidden Hours, lands squarely in the melodramatic tradition of its era: a dashing prince, a forbidden love, and the crushing weight of royal duty. Is it worth watching today? For dedicated silent film enthusiasts, particularly those interested in the twilight years of the silent era and the transition to sound, it offers genuine historical and performative interest. Fans of Ramon Novarro and Renée Adorée will find moments to appreciate their undeniable screen presenc..."
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