description Green Dolphin Street Overview
Green Dolphin Street is a 1947 film adaptation of Elizabeth Goudge’s novel, directed by Victor Saville and starring Lana Turner and Van Heflin. The disaster drama, produced by Carey Wilson for Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, depicts events set in the early 20th century. It features a cast including Donna Reed.
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info Green Dolphin Street Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 1947 |
help Green Dolphin Street FAQ
Is the 1947 movie Green Dolphin Street based on a book?
Yes, the film is an adaptation of Elizabeth Goudge’s 1944 novel titled Green Dolphin Country. The movie was produced by Carey Wilson for Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM) and closely follows the book's historical romance narrative.
Who are the main actors in Green Dolphin Street?
The 1947 disaster drama stars Lana Turner as Marguerite and Van Heflin as one of her suitors. The cast also features Donna Reed in a leading role, navigating a complex love story set in the early 20th century.
How does the tidal wave scene in Green Dolphin Street work?
The disaster sequence is one of the most famous practical effects of the 1940s, achieved using a massive tank and thousands of gallons of water at the MGM lot. It won the Academy Award for Best Special Effects due to its impressive scale and destruction.
What is the central conflict of Green Dolphin Street?
The plot is driven by a classic mail-order bride mix-up where a man writes to marry one sister but accidentally uses the other's name. This leads to a complicated love triangle involving Lana Turner's character when she arrives on the island.
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