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Shanghaied Love
Captain Angus Swope (Noab Beery), known as The Black Yankee, skipper of the Golden Bough, treats his crew shamefully and he treats women no better, as evidenced by his handling of a woman he has abducted, together with her baby daughter, Mary (Sally Blaine), from seaman Newman (Willard Robertson). When the woman dies as a result of his cruelty, he brings up Mary as his own daughter.
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Plot Summary
A beautiful American heiress falls for a dashing Russian prince while on a trip to Shanghai. However, their budding romance is complicated by political intrigue and the machinations of a local gangster. The prince must prove his true intentions and protect his beloved from danger as they navigate the treacherous underworld of the city.
Critical Reception
Information on the critical reception of 'Shanghaied Love' from 1931 is scarce, as contemporary review aggregation was not standard practice. However, as a melodrama from the early sound era, it likely played to its genre conventions, appealing to audiences seeking romance and exotic settings.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its exotic Shanghai setting and romantic storyline.
Noted for the performances of its lead actors in a dramatic narrative.
Considered a typical early 1930s melodrama with elements of intrigue.
Google audience: Audience reception data from 1931 is not available. Contemporary reviews, where they exist, would have focused on the film's ability to deliver a compelling romantic drama with elements of peril.
Fun Fact
Evelyn Brent, who plays the American heiress, was known for her roles in early Hollywood films, often portraying strong, independent women.
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