The Devil Dancer

Fred Niblo

19271h 13mEnglish
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Synopsis

An English explorer disturbed by the practices of an isolated tribe attempts to rescue a native girl he has become fascinated with. THE DEVIL DANCER was highly praised at time of release for its exquisite cinematography, especially in the use of light and shadow. The film received an Academy Award nomination in this category. Sadly, it is among the lost. No prints or negatives are known to survive.

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DramaRomance

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1

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  • Cinematography · George Barnes
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1929

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Cinematography

George Barnes

1929

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