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 Bergère 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.
All Critics (3) | Fresh (2) | Rotten (1)
Too dull and too clumsy to be worth one fine dance routine.
A fascinating bad movie, thanks to its star, the legendary Josephine Baker.
Josephine Baker triumphs!
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