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Tabu: A Story of the South Seas

1931·Movie·NR·86 min·★ 7.1(192)

On the South Pacific island of Bora Bora, a young couple's love is threatened when the tribal chief declares the girl a sacred virgin.

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About Tabu: A Story of the South Seas

Tabu: A Story of the South Seas is a 1931 English-language romance, drama and adventure film directed by F. W. Murnau. The cast is led by Matahi, Anne Chevalier, Bill Bambridge. It has a runtime of 1h 26m. Viewers rate it 7.1/10 across 200 ratings.

Tabu: A Story of the South Seas was produced by Murnau-Flaherty Productions and Paramount Pictures and made in United States of America. It was released on July 30, 1931, and carries a NR certification.

Director
F. W. Murnau
Writers
F. W. Murnau, Edgar G. Ulmer, Robert Flaherty
Release date
July 30, 1931
Original language
English
Age rating
NR
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Production
Murnau-Flaherty Productions, Paramount Pictures
#exotic island#love of one's life#escape#sacrifice#south seas#civilization#tahiti#romance#black and white#shark#nature#pre-code#polynesia#bora bora

Tabu: A Story of the South Seas cast & crew

Tabu: A Story of the South Seas was directed by F. W. Murnau and written by F. W. Murnau, Edgar G. Ulmer, and Robert Flaherty.

The cast features Matahi as The Boy, Anne Chevalier as The Girl (as Reri), Bill Bambridge as The Policeman (as Jean), Hitu as The Old Warrior, and Jules as The Captain (uncredited).

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Hugo Riesenfeld, cinematography is by Floyd Crosby, and it was produced by F. W. Murnau and Robert Flaherty.

Is Tabu: A Story of the South Seas worth watching?

Tabu: A Story of the South Seas holds an audience score of 7.1/10 from 192 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed romance films.

At 1h 26m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy romance, drama, and adventure, Tabu: A Story of the South Seas is worth a place on your watchlist.

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Cast of Tabu: A Story of the South Seas

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Matahi

The Boy

Anne Chevalier

Anne Chevalier

The Girl (as Reri)

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Bill Bambridge

The Policeman (as Jean)

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Hitu

The Old Warrior

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Jules

The Captain (uncredited)

Tabu: A Story of the South Seas — FAQs

▸Where can I watch Tabu: A Story of the South Seas in India?

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▸Where can I watch Tabu: A Story of the South Seas in the US?

In the US, Tabu: A Story of the South Seas is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video.

▸Where can I watch Tabu: A Story of the South Seas in the UK?

Tabu: A Story of the South Seas isn't on subscription streaming in the UK, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

▸What language is Tabu: A Story of the South Seas in?

Tabu: A Story of the South Seas is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

▸How long is Tabu: A Story of the South Seas?

Tabu: A Story of the South Seas runs 1 hours 26 minutes (86 minutes).

▸What is Tabu: A Story of the South Seas rated?

Tabu: A Story of the South Seas is rated NR. It holds a 7.1/10 audience score from 192 ratings.

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