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Siren of the Tropics (1927)

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Legendary performer Josephine Baker makes her feature film debut in this silent film from 1927. Filmed around the time that Baker was becoming famous in Paris as a Folies Berg�re star, SIREN OF THE TROPICS tells the story of Papitou (Baker), a young native girl who falls for a refined young gentleman named Andre, who unbeknownst to her, has a wife back home. When Papitou learns this, she nonetheless travels to where Andre is in Paris, where she finds her true calling as a music hall performer.

Unrated, 1 hr. 26 min.

Musical & Performing Arts

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Josephine Baker

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Too dull and too clumsy to be worth one fine dance routine.

June 26, 2007 Full Review Source: DVDTalk.com

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David Cornelius

DVDTalk.com

A fascinating bad movie, thanks to its star, the legendary Josephine Baker.

February 23, 2007 Full Review Source: Mountain Xpress (Asheville, NC)

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Ken Hanke

Mountain Xpress (Asheville, NC)

Josephine Baker triumphs!

July 20, 2005 Full Review Source: Film Threat

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Phil Hall

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