This Is Heaven (1929) is an American Pre-Code film, produced by Samuel Goldwyn, released through United Artists, and directed by Alfred Santell..


Is This Is Heaven worth your time today? If you have a soft spot for Vilma Bánky or you're curious about the weird transition from silent movies to sound, then yes. But if you need a plot that actually moves at a decent speed, you'll probably be bored to tears. It's a very light, very sugary snack of a film. The whol...

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Comparing the cinematic DNA and archive impact of two defining moments in cult history.

Alfred Santell

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"Is This Is Heaven worth your time today? If you have a soft spot for Vilma Bánky or you're curious about the weird transition from silent movies to sound, then yes. But if you need a plot that actually moves at a decent speed, you'll probably be bored to tears. It's a very light, very sugary snack of a film. The whole thing kicks off with Eva (Vilma Bánky) arriving at Ellis Island. She looks radiant, even if she's supposed to be a poor immigrant. 🚢 She gets a job at a restaurant flipping pan..."
Hope Loring, Arthur Mantell, George Marion Jr.
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