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Forbidden (1932)

"Her Greatest Dramatic Role !"

6.519321h 25mEN
DramaRomance

Directed by Frank Capra

Rating

6.5/10

Runtime

1h 25m

Language

EN

Release

January 8, 1932

Director

Frank Capra

Overview

On a cruise to Cuba, Lulu Smith falls in love with Bob Grover. Back home, she breaks off the romance when he tells her he is married. Lulu has a baby but doesn't tell Bob, who turns out to be a rising politician. She passes herself off as the baby's nanny. When Bob learns what is going on, he adopts...

Cast

Barbara Stanwyck

Barbara Stanwyck

Lulu Smith

Adolphe Menjou

Adolphe Menjou

Robert Grover

Ralph Bellamy

Ralph Bellamy

Al Holland

Dorothy Peterson

Dorothy Peterson

Helen Grover

Thomas Jefferson

Thomas Jefferson

Wilkinson

Myrna Fresholt

Myrna Fresholt

Roberta - Baby

Charlotte Henry

Charlotte Henry

Roberta - Age 18

Oliver Eckhardt

Oliver Eckhardt

Briggs

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Forbidden (1932), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

On a cruise to Cuba, Lulu Smith falls in love with Bob Grover. Back home, she breaks off the romance when he tells her he is married. Lulu has a baby but doesn't tell Bob, who turns out to be a rising politician. She passes herself off as the baby's nanny. When Bob learns what is going on, he adopts the little girl, not telling his wife or anyone else where she came from. Lulu gets a job at a newspaper. Things get complicated when the editor gets the dirt on Bob, but also wants to marry Lulu.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Forbidden. 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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