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Sangue e Areia (1922)

Blood and Sand (original title)
| Drama, Romance, Sport | 12 October 1928 (Portugal)
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A toreador's familial and social life is threatened when he has an affair.

Directors:

Fred Niblo, Dorothy Arzner (uncredited)

Writers:

Vicente Blasco Ibáñez (from the novel by), Tom Cushing (and the play by) | 1 more credit »

Stars:

Rosa Rosanova, Rudolph Valentino, Nita Naldi | See full cast & crew »
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Cast overview, first billed only:
Rosa Rosanova ... Angustias (as Rose Rosanova)
Rudolph Valentino ... Juan Gallardo (as Rodolph Valentino)
Nita Naldi ... Doña Sol
Leo White ... Antonio
Lila Lee ... Carmen
Rosita Marstini ... Encarnacion
Charles Belcher Charles Belcher ... Don Joselito
Fred Becker Fred Becker ... Don José
George Field ... El Nacional
Jack Winn Jack Winn ... Potaje
Harry Lamont ... Puntillero
Gilbert Clayton Gilbert Clayton ... Garabato
Walter Long ... Plumitas
George Periolat ... Marquis of Guevera
Sidney De Gray Sidney De Gray ... Dr. Ruiz
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Storyline

Juan is the son of a poor widow in Seville. Against his mother's wishes he pursues a career as toreador. He rapidly gains national prominence, and takes his childhood sweetheart Carmen as his bride. He meets the Marquis' daughter Dona Sol, and finds himself in the awkward position of being in love with two women, which threatens the stability of his family and his position in society. He finds interesting parallels in the life of the infamous bandit Plumitas when they eventually meet by chance. Written by Ed Sutton <esutton@mindspring.com>

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You Haven't Seen Valentino Till You've Seen "Blood and Sand" (Print Ad- Albuquerque Morning Journal, ((Albuquerque NM)) 26 November 1922)

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Drama | Romance | Sport

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Trivia

Rudolph Valentino and Natacha Rambova hoped to have the film shot in Spain, but the studio ultimately elected to shoot it on the back lot in Hollywood. See more »

Goofs

The mountain bandit who is one of the principal supporting characters is an anachronism; the Guardia Civil did away with their kind during the late 19th century. See more »

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Good Valentino, but Not Very Absorbing
12 October 2000 | by Sleepy-17 – See all my reviews

You know the story even if you've never heard of this movie: young man becomes famous and starts cheating on his wife. Good characterizations and vivid backgrounds can't save the tired (even for its time) plot. Bullfighting scenes are more curious than exciting. Director Niblo's talents do not shine as brightly as in Ben-Hur 3 years later. The 1941 remake is better.
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Country:

USA

Release Date:

12 October 1928 (Portugal) See more »

Also Known As:

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Paramount Pictures See more »
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| (Kino Print)

Sound Mix:

Silent

Color:

Black and White

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1
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