# The Black Swan (1942)

> A colorful Golden Age pirate romp follows a swaggering buccaneer whose conscience and romantic loyalties are tested amid Caribbean rebellion.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/18482

## Facts

- Runtime: 87 min
- Genres: Adventure, Romance
- Director: Henry King
- Cast: Tyrone Power, Maureen O'Hara, Laird Cregar, Thomas Mitchell, George Sanders, Anthony Quinn, George Zucco, Edward Ashley
- TMDB rating: 6.5/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0034522/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: mild
- Mood: adventurous, romantic, witty, classic movie night, adventure double feature

## Synopsis

A thrilling adventure unfolds on the high seas as pirates clash for power and love.

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