A Father Without Knowing It
A Father Without Knowing It

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A Father Without Knowing It

1932
Movie
99 min
French

On the eve of getting married by order of his mother to a wealthy American heiress, Leon learns that his former friend just had a child. She cannot keep him, however, being in poverty.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Victor TourjanskyGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

In this drama, a talented singer named Nadia is ostracized by her wealthy family due to her forbidden love with a stable boy. Unbeknownst to her family, the stable boy is actually a prince in disguise, leading to a complex web of deception and forbidden passion. Nadia must navigate societal expectations and personal desires as she grapples with her identity and the consequences of her choices.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, 'A Father Without Knowing It' received mixed reviews. Critics praised Pola Negri's powerful performance and the film's lush production values, but some found the plot to be overly melodramatic and predictable. Audiences generally responded well to the romantic elements and Negri's star power.

What Reviewers Say

  • Pola Negri delivers a captivating and emotional performance.

  • The film's romantic melodrama was a draw for many.

  • Some critics found the plot predictable and overly sentimental.

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Fun Fact

The film was one of Pola Negri's final German-language productions before she moved to Hollywood.

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