Cast: Lupita Tovar

Direction William Wyler

Cast Gary Cooper · Walter Brennan · Doris Davenport · Fred Stone

Synopsis The Westerner (1940) follows the story of Cole Harden, a man who finds himself in a tight spot when he is accused of horse theft. Jane-Ellen Matthews, a local woman, vouches for him, stating that he doesn't fit the typical...

Direction Kevin Brownlow

Cast Christopher Adamson · Ray Bradbury · Nina Foch · James Karen

Synopsis Universal Horror (TV) (1998) delves into the formative years of horror cinema, with a special focus on the iconic productions from Universal Studios in the 1930s. This documentary explores the origins and evolution of classic horror films, highlighting the groundbreaking...

Direction Joseph Cornell

Cast Rose Hobart · Charles Bickford · Noble Johnson · Georges Renavent

Synopsis Rose Hobart (S) (1936) is an experimental film that presents a unique and captivating narrative. The movie is crafted by meticulously selecting and editing footage from various sources, including the film 'East of Borneo.' The primary focus is on the...

Direction David J. Skal

Cast Carla Laemmle · Clive Barker · Bob Madison · David J. Skal

Synopsis The Road to Dracula (1999) delves into the captivating history of the legendary vampire Dracula, tracing the origins and evolution of the character. The documentary explores the cultural and literary influences that shaped the iconic figure, culminating in the creation...

Direction Antonio Moreno

Cast Lupita Tovar · Carlos Orellana · Juan José Martínez Casado · Donald Reed

Synopsis Santa (1932) is a poignant tale set in the tranquil locale of Chimalistac, a small neighborhood south of 1930s Mexico City. The story revolves around Santa (Tovar), a kind-hearted and modest young woman whose life takes a dramatic turn when...

Direction George Melford · Enrique Tovar Ávalos

Cast Carlos Villarías · Lupita Tovar · Barry Norton · Pablo Álvarez Rubio

Synopsis Spanish Dracula (1931) is a lesser-known adaptation of the iconic horror film, featuring a Spanish-speaking cast and crew. During the dawn of the talkies, Hollywood studios frequently produced foreign-language versions of their films, utilizing the same sets and costumes. Most...

Direction William Dieterle

Cast Madeleine Carroll · Henry Fonda · Leo Carrillo · John Halliday

Synopsis Blockade (1938) is a dramatic film that delves into the complexities of the Spanish Civil War, a period marked by the United States' official neutrality. This film, produced by Walter Wanger, stands out as one of the few Hollywood productions...

Direction James Whale

Cast Douglas Fairbanks Jr. · Joan Bennett · Vincent Price · George Sanders

Synopsis Green Hell (1940) follows a band of daring explorers who venture into the dense and perilous South American rainforest in pursuit of a hidden Incan fortune. A captivating woman arrives to reunite with her recently deceased husband, a new addition...

Direction David Howard

Cast George O'Brien · Lupita Tovar · Lucio Villegas · William Royle

Synopsis The Fighting Gringo (1939) follows the story of Ben Wallace, a cunning individual who sets his sights on Don Aliso's rancho. Through deceitful means, Wallace manipulates land surveys and orchestrates a false murder charge against Don Aliso. However, Wallace's plan...

Direction Enrique Tovar Ávalos · George Melford

Cast Antonio Moreno · Lupita Tovar · Andrés de Segurola · Roberto E. Guzmán

Synopsis La voluntad del muerto (1930) is a remake of the 1927 silent film "The Cat and the Canary" and the 1930 lost film "The Cat Creeps." During the early era of talkies, it was a frequent practice to recreate American...

Direction Christy Cabanne

Cast Richard Arlen · Andy Devine · Beverly Roberts · Louis Merrill

Synopsis Tropic Fury (1939) follows the journey of a determined investigator who delves into whispers of severe labor conditions on a remote Amazon rubber plantation. The film explores the investigator's mission to uncover the truth behind these allegations, navigating the dense...

Direction Adrian Brunel

Cast Buster Keaton · Lupita Tovar · Lyn Harding · Esme Percy

Direction José Bohr

Cast José Bohr · Lupita Tovar · Barry Norton · René Cardona

Synopsis Marihuana: El monstruo verde (1936) follows the harrowing journey of an anti-drug agent who is seized and subsequently becomes ensnared in the grip of marijuana addiction. This descent into dependency leads him down a perilous path, ultimately entangling him with...

Direction Gilberto Martínez Solares

Cast Emilio Tuero · Lupita Tovar · Sara García · Rafael Banquells

Direction Emmett J. Flynn

Cast Lia Torá · Paul Vincent · Walter McGrail · Josef Swickard

Synopsis The Veiled Woman (1929) introduces Bela Lugosi's first foray into sound film, a dramatic tale set against the backdrop of France's vibrant dance scene. Known as "A drama of the dancing daughters of France," the film also has a silent...

Direction Eusebio Fernández Ardavín

Cast Lupita Tovar · Maruchi Fresno · Enrique Zabala · María Amaya

Direction George Melford

Cast Rose Hobart · Charles Bickford · Georges Renavent · Lupita Tovar

Synopsis East of Borneo (1931) follows the journey of a woman who ventures deep into the jungle to locate her husband, who abandoned her years ago under the false impression of her infidelity. Her search leads her to a surprising discovery:...

Direction George Sherman

Cast Warner Baxter · Hillary Brooke · Jerome Cowan · Mark Roberts

Synopsis The Crime Doctor's Courage (1945) follows the gripping tale of Dr. Ordway as he delves into the mysterious demise of a man whose past is marred by the brutal murders of his first two wives. The film unfolds as Dr....

Direction José Bohr

Cast Lupita Tovar · Carlos Orellana · Emilio Tuero · Elena D’Orgaz