Tabu: A Story of the South Seas poster
7.1/10 1931 1h 26m Released

On the South Pacific island of Bora Bora, a young couple's love is threatened when the tribal chief declares the girl a sacred virgin.

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Top Cast

Matahi
Matahi
The Boy
Anne Chevalier
Anne Chevalier
The Girl (as Reri)
Bill Bambridge
Bill Bambridge
The Policeman (as Jean)
Hitu
Hitu
The Old Warrior
Jules
Jules
The Captain (uncredited)

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CinemaSerf 7/10

Though beautifully shot, this is - in fact - rather a horrible film! Set on the peaceful and beautiful island of Bora Bora, we meet a young girl "Reri" (Anne Chavalier) who is selected by the chief to be the next sacred virgin. This is an honour, a position that will earn her respect and comfort but it will deny her that which she craves the most - her true love (Matahi). Desperate, the two decide to abscond and he…

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FAQ about Tabu: A Story of the South Seas

What is Tabu: A Story of the South Seas about?
On the South Pacific island of Bora Bora, a young couple's love is threatened when the tribal chief declares the girl a sacred virgin.
When was Tabu: A Story of the South Seas released?
Tabu: A Story of the South Seas was released in 1931.
What genres does Tabu: A Story of the South Seas belong to?
Tabu: A Story of the South Seas is categorised as Romance, Drama, Adventure.
Who stars in Tabu: A Story of the South Seas?
The cast of Tabu: A Story of the South Seas includes Matahi, Anne Chevalier, Bill Bambridge, Hitu, Jules.