Ebb Tide
An old skipper, Captain Davis, has as his companions two derelicts -- one, Huish, is a Cockney, and the other, Robert Herrick was once a gentleman. In Tahiti they board a schooner and a storm takes them to an uncharted island. Living there is pearl broker Richard Attwater, and his daughter Ruth. Attwater is bitter because a supposed friend stole his wife and he has sworn to wreak vengeance on any white man he happens to encounter. Davis and Huish want to get their hands on his pearls, while, Herrick falls in love with the man's daughter.
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Plot Summary
Based on the Robert Louis Stevenson novel, this film follows the harrowing experiences of three treasure seekers who become entangled with pirates and a mysterious woman on a remote South Seas island. Their quest for riches devolves into a desperate struggle for survival against mutiny, betrayal, and the harsh realities of their environment.
Critical Reception
As a silent film from 1922, specific critical reception data is scarce and difficult to verify. However, films of this era often focused on adventure and exotic locales, which were popular with audiences. The film is considered a lost film, making contemporary reviews largely inaccessible.
What Reviewers Say
- Likely appreciated for its adventurous plot and exotic setting, typical for films of the period.
- The film's lost status makes it difficult to assess its critical impact or audience reception.
- Adhered to popular adventure tropes of early 20th-century cinema.
Google audience: No verifiable audience reviews are available due to the film's lost status. Any existing discussions would be historical speculation.
Awards & Accolades
None notable, as the film is lost and from an era where formal award recognition was less prominent.
Fun Fact
Ebb Tide is considered a lost film, meaning no known copies exist today, making it impossible to view and study its content directly.
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