Port Arthur
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Synopsis
French-language version of Port Arthur (1936), a German language film (q.v.) co-produced by German, French and Czechoslovakian film interests. About espionage, action and romance in the Russo-Japanese War, as the conflict threatens Russian naval officer Boris Ranewsky and his Japanese wife Youki.
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Danielle Darrieux
Youki Iwamoura Ranewsky
Anton Walbrook
(as Adolphe Walbrook) Lt. Boris Ranewsky
Jean-Max
Captain Iwamoura, Youki's brother
Charles Vanel
Commander Vassidloff
Jean Worms
Commander Novitzky
Foun-Sen
Youki's Servant
Jean Dax
Boris's Deck Officer
Jean Marconi
Liong, the merchant
René Fleur
Boris Ranewsky (voice)
Pierre Nay
Translator
Paul Escoffier
A Russian General
Ky Duyen
Jean Peyrière
Louis Vonelly
Philippe Richard
(uncredited)
Jean Appert
(uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 30, 1941
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Nicolas Farkas
- Screenplay & Story
- Emeric Pressburger, Steve Passeur, Arnold Lipp, Pierre Frondaie, Nicolas Farkas, Henri Decoin
- Original Title
- Port-Arthur
- Country of Origin
- France, Czechoslovakia
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 23m
- Production Studios
- F.C.L. Paris
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Nicolas Farkas
Emeric Pressburger, Steve Passeur, Arnold Lipp, Pierre Frondaie, Nicolas Farkas, Henri Decoin
Jaroslav Tuzar, Otto Heller
Roger Mercanton
Department Leadership Roster
Roger Mercanton
Editor
Nicolas Farkas
Director
Emeric Pressburger
Writer
Arnold Lipp
Writer
Nicolas Farkas
Writer
Henri Decoin
Writer
Jaroslav Tuzar
Director of Photography
Otto Heller
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Port Arthur
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Port Arthur about?
French-language version of Port Arthur (1936), a German language film (q.v.) co-produced by German, French and Czechoslovakian film interests. About espionage, action and romance in the Russo-Japanese War, as the conflict threatens Russian naval officer Boris Ranewsky and his Japanese wife Youki.
Who directed Port Arthur?
Port Arthur was directed by Nicolas Farkas.
Who stars in Port Arthur?
The principal cast of Port Arthur includes Danielle Darrieux, Anton Walbrook, Jean-Max, Charles Vanel, Jean Worms.
When was Port Arthur released and how long is it?
Port Arthur was released in 1936 with a total runtime of 1h 23m.
Is Port Arthur based on a book or true story?
Port Arthur is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Pierre Frondaie".