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Forbidden Paths (1917)

"The Eternal Triangle-Japanese Truism, Appealing Romance, Desperate Sacrifice- All Make a Memorable Masterpiece for Hayakawa and His Star Cast"

0.019170h 50mEN
Drama

Directed by Robert Thornby

Rating

0.0/10

Runtime

0h 50m

Language

EN

Release

July 12, 1917

Director

Robert Thornby

Overview

Sato (Sessue Hayakawa) faithfully works for importer James Thornton (James Neill). When the old man dies, he leaves his daughter Mildred (Vivian Martin) in Sato's care. Sato loves the girl, but as he is Japanese he cannot hope to ever marry her (at least not in the racially prejudiced era of the ear...

Cast

Sessue Hayakawa

Sessue Hayakawa

Sato

Vivian Martin

Vivian Martin

Mildred Thornton

Tom Forman

Tom Forman

Harry Maxwell

Carmen Phillips

Carmen Phillips

Benita Ramirez

James Neill

James Neill

James Thornton

Ernest Joy

Ernest Joy

American ambassador

Paul Weigel

Paul Weigel

Luis Valdez

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Forbidden Paths (1917), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Sato (Sessue Hayakawa) faithfully works for importer James Thornton (James Neill). When the old man dies, he leaves his daughter Mildred (Vivian Martin) in Sato's care. Sato loves the girl, but as he is Japanese he cannot hope to ever marry her (at least not in the racially prejudiced era of the early 1900s). Besides, Mildred loves Harry Maxwell (Tom Forman), who was raised alongside her.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

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