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When an aristocratic family and their servants are shipwrecked, the butler becomes their ruler.
A wealthy young woman is shipwrecked with her butler and a gangster on a deserted island after her father's yacht is attacked by pirates. Separated from the men, she finds herself on a strange island populated by a tribe of cannibals. Her companions must find a way to rescue her from this perilous situation and the clutches of the island's chief.
Cecil B. DeMille's 'Male and Female' was a massive box office success and a critical darling upon its release. Praised for its lavish production, exotic settings, and Cecil B. DeMille's signature blend of spectacle and melodrama, the film solidified Swanson's status as a major star and DeMille's reputation as a master of epic filmmaking. It was lauded for its imaginative storyline and impressive visual effects for the era.
A visually stunning and entertaining adventure film with a strong performance from Gloria Swanson.
Cecil B. DeMille delivers a lavish spectacle that captivated audiences of the silent film era.
The film's innovative use of sets and costumes was highly praised, contributing to its immersive experience.
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The film is famous for its elaborate sets and costumes, including a scene featuring a live lion and a specially constructed jungle set that took months to build.
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Sir J.M. Barrie was still very much alive and kicking when this well crafted adaptation of his "Admirable Crichton" (1902) story was made and I wonder if he ever saw it... It is the story of the "Earl of Loam" (Theodore Roberts) who decides...