The Goddess
The Goddess

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The Goddess

1934
Movie
79 min
Mandarin

A young prostitute, who is trying to give her infant son a good start in life, must contend with a coercive pimp and the prejudices of others.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: W. H. L. GravesGenres: Drama, Film-Noir

Plot Summary

A young woman's ambition to become a Broadway star leads her down a path of moral compromise and exploitation. As she navigates the ruthless world of show business, she encounters manipulative figures and experiences the darker side of fame. Her journey is a cautionary tale about the sacrifices one makes in pursuit of stardom.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, 'The Goddess' received mixed to negative reviews, with many critics finding its plot predictable and its portrayal of Hollywood cliché. However, some acknowledged Mae Clarke's performance as a standout. Audience reception was generally lukewarm, as the film failed to capture the widespread appeal of more optimistic fare of the era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Mae Clarke delivers a compelling performance as an aspiring actress.

  • The film's narrative is often seen as formulaic and predictable.

  • Its depiction of the theater world is considered by some to be overly cynical.

Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for 'The Goddess' is not readily available, making it difficult to summarize specific audience sentiment from that platform.

Fun Fact

Mae Clarke, known for her role as Frankestein's bride, plays a character whose ambition is her primary driving force, showcasing a different type of dramatic intensity in 'The Goddess'.

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There is something really quite poignant about this story of a young Chinese mother who finds herself trapped in a scenario that offers her little chance of liberation. She (Ruan Lingyu) is trying to bring up her baby son by working in a br...