New Moon
New Moon is the name of the ship crossing the Caspian Sea. A young Lt. Petroff meets the Princess Tanya and they have a ship board romance. Upon arriving at the port of Krasnov, Petroff learns that Tanya is engaged to the old Governor Brusiloff. Petroff, disillusioned, crashes the ball to talk with Tanya. Found by Brusiloff, they invent a story about her lost bracelet. To reward him, and remove him, Brusiloff sends Petroff to the remote, and deadly, Fort Darvaz. Soon, the big battle against overwhelming odds will begin.
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Plot Summary
In 18th-century Russia, a revolutionary nobleman, Prince Dmitri, is forced to flee his homeland after being framed for a crime. He takes on the identity of a sea captain and embarks on a journey that leads him to the Caribbean. There, he falls in love with Rosanne, a spirited singer. However, his past and his revolutionary ideals continue to haunt him, threatening their newfound happiness and his freedom.
Critical Reception
New Moon was met with mixed to positive reviews, particularly for its musical performances and its stars, Grace Moore and Lawrence Tibbett. While some critics found the plot to be somewhat conventional, the film was praised for its operatic score and lavish production values, making it a notable entry in the early musical film genre.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for the operatic vocal talents of its leads, Grace Moore and Lawrence Tibbett.
- Lauded for its impressive musical numbers and grand-scale production.
- Criticized by some for a predictable narrative structure.
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Fun Fact
The film marked the major Hollywood film debut for both opera stars Grace Moore and Lawrence Tibbett, who brought their considerable vocal talents to the musical drama.
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