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Broken Blossoms or The Yellow Man and the Girl (1919)

"A tale of forbidden love."

6.919191h 29mEN
DramaRomance

Directed by D.W. Griffith

Rating

6.9/10

Runtime

1h 29m

Language

EN

Release

May 13, 1919

Director

D.W. Griffith

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Overview

The love story of an abused English girl and a Chinese Buddhist in a time when London was a brutal and harsh place to live.

Cast

Lillian Gish

Lillian Gish

Lucy Burrows

Richard Barthelmess

Richard Barthelmess

Cheng Huan

Donald Crisp

Donald Crisp

Battling Burrows

Arthur Howard

Arthur Howard

Burrows' Manager

Edward Peil Sr.

Edward Peil Sr.

Evil Eye

George Beranger

George Beranger

The Spying One

Norman Selby

Norman Selby

A Prizefighter

Ernest Butterworth

Ernest Butterworth

Secondary Role (uncredited)

Frederic Hamen

Frederic Hamen

Secondary Role (uncredited)

Wilbur Higby

Wilbur Higby

London Policeman (uncredited)

Man-Ching Kwan

Man-Ching Kwan

Buddhist Monk (uncredited)

Bobbie Mack

Bobbie Mack

Ringside Employee (uncredited)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Broken Blossoms or The Yellow Man and the Girl (1919), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

The love story of an abused English girl and a Chinese Buddhist in a time when London was a brutal and harsh place to live.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Broken Blossoms or The Yellow Man and the Girl. 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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