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Pandora and the Flying Dutchman (1951)
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15 October 1951 (USA) moreTagline:
The Woman of the year in the picture of the year ! [Australia Theatrical] morePlot:
Albert Lewin's interpretation of the legend of the Flying Dutchman. In a little spanish seaport named Esperanza... more | full synopsisAwards:
1 nomination moreUser Comments:
Classic Ethereal Fantasy moreCast
(Cast overview, first billed only)| James Mason | ... | Hendrik van der Zee | |
| Ava Gardner | ... | Pandora Reynolds | |
| Nigel Patrick | ... | Stephen Cameron | |
| Sheila Sim | ... | Janet | |
| Harold Warrender | ... | Geoffrey Fielding | |
| Mario Cabré | ... | Juan Montalvo | |
| Marius Goring | ... | Reggie Demarest | |
| John Laurie | ... | Angus | |
| Pamela Mason | ... | Jenny (as Pamela Kellino) | |
| Patricia Raine | ... | Peggy | |
| Margarita D'Alvarez | ... | Senora Montalvo | |
| La Pillina | ... | Spanish dancer | |
| Abraham Sofaer | ... | Judge | |
| Francisco Igual | ... | Vicente | |
| Guillermo Beltrán | ... | Barman |
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122 minCountry:
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1.37 : 1 moreSound Mix:
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The tavern "Las Dos Tortugas" shares the same name (but in a different language) as the tavern "The Two Turtles" in Albert Lewin's earlier The Picture of Dorian Gray (1945). moreGoofs:
Anachronisms: The picture that Hendrik carries of his late wife is a photograph. Photography had not yet been invented in the 17th century, when his wife was last alive. moreQuotes:
Geoffrey Fielding: To understand one human soul is like trying to empty the sea with a cup. moreSoundtrack:
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Albert Lewin's independently produced and directed UK film PANDORA AND THE FLYING DUTCHMAN (1951) is one of the most ethereal and haunting love stories ever filmed. Lewin directs with keen eyes and doesn't often stray from the ethereal atmosphere, to the viewers delight. We get truly superb performances by the entire cast, particularly Ava Gardner, who delivers a heart-felt and very memorable performance. Not to mention the other-worldly photography, which is beautifully shot by two-time Oscar winner, the master cinematographer, Jack Cardiff (BLACK NARCISSUS,THE RED SHOES). Another major addition to this film is the musical score by classical composer Alan Rawsthorne, which is dream-like and uplifting, yet blended with a sense of melancholy. The score also blends poetically with the other-worldly visual richness to extraordinary effect. Fans of classic fantasy films are sure to be delighted. Highly recommended.