Virgin Lips
Virgin Lips

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Virgin Lips

1928
Movie
59 min
English

In a banana republic, way south of the Texas border, a dumb-Dora American girl, Norma (Olive Borden), lets her ruby-red lips promise more than she is willing to deliver, and she finds herself a prisoner in a notorious dance-hall/brothel. But her American aviator boyfriend, Barry Blake (John Boles), is flying to her rescue. He does just that but, alas, they are quickly captured by a gang of outlaws. Possibly the many expensive pieces of jewelry she has gathered from the many male friends she has made along the way, including El Presidente, captured the outlaws' attention.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Elmer CliftonGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A young woman, eager to experience life, leaves her small town and heads to the big city. There, she encounters various temptations and challenges as she navigates the complexities of urban life and relationships. Her journey is marked by a series of misadventures and discoveries as she seeks love and independence.

Critical Reception

As a silent film from the late 1920s, 'Virgin Lips' received modest attention at the time of its release. Contemporary reviews focused on its melodramatic elements and the performances of its lead actors. Its historical significance lies more in its representation of societal views and storytelling conventions of the era than in groundbreaking critical acclaim.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film offers a simple, albeit somewhat predictable, narrative.

  • Performances, particularly from the lead actress, are highlighted as a strong point.

  • It reflects common themes of innocence confronting urban temptations prevalent in films of its time.

Google audience: Audience reviews for 'Virgin Lips' are scarce due to its age and the transition to sound films. Those that exist tend to be from film history enthusiasts, often noting its status as an artifact of early cinema.

Fun Fact

The film was one of the early productions for actor Hal Roach, who would later become famous for his comedy shorts, particularly those starring Harold Lloyd and Laurel and Hardy.

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