Ebb Tide
In 1890, two British expatriates, Robert Herrick and Huish, and German Captain Jakob Thorbecke, are commissioned to sail a Yankee schooner called The Golden State , whose captain and crew have died of smallpox. From Tehua in the South Seas to Australia, they are to deliver a cargo of champagne. Thorbecke decides to head for Peru, however, so he can sell the merchandise and pocket the money. While sailing, Faith Wishart, daughter of the deceased captain, comes out of her hiding place on board and, by briefly holding Thorbecke at gunpoint, demands he make the delivery.
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Plot Summary
A group of young men on a trading schooner venture into the South Seas seeking adventure and treasure. Their journey takes a dangerous turn when they encounter a mysterious and alluring woman on a remote island. Greed, betrayal, and the allure of the unknown threaten to consume them as they navigate treacherous waters and their own desires.
Critical Reception
Ebb Tide received a mixed reception upon its release. While some critics praised its exotic setting and adventurous spirit, others found the plot convoluted and the characters underdeveloped. Audiences were generally drawn to the romantic and adventurous elements, though it was not considered a major critical success.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its atmospheric depiction of the South Seas.
- Criticized for a meandering and sometimes implausible storyline.
- The performances were noted, though not universally lauded.
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Fun Fact
The film is based on the 1897 novel of the same name by Robert Louis Stevenson and Lloyd Osbourne, though it takes significant liberties with the source material.
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