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The Red Lantern
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The Red Lantern

1919 · 70 min Drama
6.2 / 10 · TMDB

Mahlee and Blanche Sackville are half-sisters, Blanche the daughter of an Englishman and his wife, Mahlee of the Englishman and his Chinese mistress. Mahlee rejects her people and attempts to find a life for herself among the Europeans. But she finds the color line impossible to pass and returns to lead her Chinese people in rebellion.

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The Red Lantern has mixed reviews with a rating of 6.2/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.

Not every film is made for everyone. Read the synopsis, watch the trailer — you'll know right away if it's for you.

A classic from 1919. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.

— MovieFinder Editorial

🎭 Cast

Alla Nazimova

Alla Nazimova

Mahlee & Blanche Sackville

Noah Beery

Noah Beery

Dr. Sam Wang

Edward Connelly

Edward Connelly

Gen. Jung-Lu

Frank Currier

Frank Currier

Sir Philip Sackville

Darrell Foss

Darrell Foss

Andrew Handel

Winter Hall

Winter Hall

Rev. Alex Templeton

Harry Mann

Harry Mann

Chung

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Virginia Ross

Luang-Ma

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Mary Van Ness

Mrs. Templeton

Anna May Wong

Anna May Wong

Eurasian woman (uncredited)

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