An alcoholic doctor on a Polynesian island, disgusted by white exploitation of the natives, finds himself marooned on a pristinely beautiful island..
Is 'White Shadows in the South Seas' Worth Watching Today? For cinephiles and historians with a particular interest in the silent era, early ethnographic filmmaking, or the visual spectacle of location shooting, White Shadows in the South Seas (1928) is absolutely worth seeking out. It’s a landmark film, MGM’s first f...
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"Is 'White Shadows in the South Seas' Worth Watching Today? For cinephiles and historians with a particular interest in the silent era, early ethnographic filmmaking, or the visual spectacle of location shooting, White Shadows in the South Seas (1928) is absolutely worth seeking out. It’s a landmark film, MGM’s first feature shot entirely on location, and its visual ambition alone makes it a compelling watch. However, if you’re looking for a fast-paced, tightly plotted narrative with modern sens..."
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