Paradise Island (1930)

The south sea island Tonga is full of plantations and scoundrels. Ellen Bradford arrives expecting marriage to respectable and successful plantation owner only to find he is a drunk and gambler. Being the only white woman she is the desire of scoundrels and cut-throats.

Released July 15, 1930 68 min None+

Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama, Romance

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