The Black Swan
The Black Swan (1942) is an adventure film, directed by Henry King. It stars Tyrone Power and Maureen O'Hara. The 87-minute film holds an audience score of 6.5/10.
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What The Black Swan Is About
In The Black Swan, cinematographer Leon Shamroy won the Academy Award for Best Cinematography, Color, at the 1943 Oscars; it was Shamroy's first Oscar, and he would go on to win three more for Wilson, Leave Her to Heaven, and Cleopatra. Adapted from Rafael Sabatini's 1932 novel, the film was made on a budget of 1,493,800 dollars and grossed 5,727,000 worldwide, a major commercial success for its time. Who it's for: anyone curious about a Technicolor pirate adventure that won a cinematographer's first Oscar and was a major hit for its era. Who it's not for: viewers wanting a plain, black and white visual style, since the film showcases Technicolor spectacle.
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What is The Black Swan about?
In The Black Swan, cinematographer Leon Shamroy won the Academy Award for Best Cinematography, Color, at the 1943 Oscars; it was Shamroy's first Oscar, and he would go on to win three more for Wilson, Leave Her to Heaven, and Cleopatra. Adapted from Rafael Sabatini's 1932 novel, the film was made on a budget of 1,493,800 dollars and grossed 5,727,000 worldwide, a major commercial success for its time.
Where can I watch The Black Swan?
The Black Swan is available to watch on digital platforms such as Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.
How long is The Black Swan?
The Black Swan runs for 87 minutes (1h 27m).
When did The Black Swan come out?
The Black Swan was released in 1942.
Who directed The Black Swan?
The Black Swan was directed by Henry King.
Who stars in The Black Swan?
The Black Swan stars Tyrone Power, Maureen O'Hara, Laird Cregar, Thomas Mitchell.
What is The Black Swan's rating?
The Black Swan holds 6.7/10 on IMDb and 6.5/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 66 out of 100.
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