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The Private Life of Helen of Troy

4.4(5)19271h 27m1

Setting the standard for his later light-hearted biopics The Private Life of Henry VIII and Rembrandt, producer-director Alexander Korda steadfastly refuses to take any of The Private Life of Helen of Troy seriously. Maria Corda, wife of the director, plays the title character as a fetchingly underdressed coquette, oblivious to all the political turmoil she's causing when she allows the handsome Paris (Ricardo Cortez) to kidnap her. Meanwhile, poor King Menelaus (Lewis Stone), Helen's husband, stands by in stoic silence, just as he's done on previous occasions when his wife succumbed to the charms of various sexy suitors (one of whom is played by future cowboy star "Wild Bill" Elliot). Finally galvanized into action, Menelaus reclaims his bride, who seems none the worse for wear for her experiences.

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    4.4/10

    5 votes

Status
Released
Budget
Box office
Language
English
  • silent film
  • partially lost film
  • fragment
  • helen of troy

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Release dates

  • United StatesUS

    • Theatrical9 Dec 1927

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When was The Private Life of Helen of Troy released?
The Private Life of Helen of Troy was released on 9 December 1927.
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The Private Life of Helen of Troy holds a 4.4/10 audience score from 5 votes.
Who directed The Private Life of Helen of Troy?
The Private Life of Helen of Troy (1927) was directed by Alexander Korda.
How long is The Private Life of Helen of Troy?
The Private Life of Helen of Troy runs for 1h 27m.

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