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Lilies of the Field (1930)

"All -- Talking -- Singing"

2.719301h 0mEN
DramaRomance

Directed by Alexander Korda

Rating

2.7/10

Runtime

1h 0m

Language

EN

Release

January 5, 1930

Director

Alexander Korda

Overview

Mildred Harker loses custody of her child in a messy divorce settlement. Leaving her hometown in disgrace, Mildred heads to New York, where after a crash course in the school of hard knocks she joins the chorus of a Ziegfeld-like musical revue. Now a full-fledged gold-digger, she enjoys the favors o...

Cast

Corinne Griffith

Corinne Griffith

Mildred Harker

Ralph Forbes

Ralph Forbes

Ted Willing

John Loder

John Loder

Walter Harker

Eve Southern

Eve Southern

Pink

Jean Laverty

Jean Laverty

Gertie

Tyler Brooke

Tyler Brooke

Bert Miller

Freeman Wood

Freeman Wood

Lewis Conroy

Anne Schaefer

Anne Schaefer

First Maid

Clarissa Selwynne

Clarissa Selwynne

Second Maid

Patsy Page

Patsy Page

Baby

George Beranger

George Beranger

Barber

Douglas Gerrard

Douglas Gerrard

Headwaiter

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Lilies of the Field (1930), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Mildred Harker loses custody of her child in a messy divorce settlement. Leaving her hometown in disgrace, Mildred heads to New York, where after a crash course in the school of hard knocks she joins the chorus of a Ziegfeld-like musical revue. Now a full-fledged gold-digger, she enjoys the favors of backstage johnnies and elderly sugar daddies, but finally finds true love in the form of Park Avenue socialite Ted Willing.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Lilies of the Field. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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