Passionate, classical, mysterious and surreal all at once.
Pandora and the Flying Dutchman
The Loves of Pandora in Flaming TECHNICOLOR!
1951 · 2h 4m · Approved
Drama, Fantasy, Romance
Directed by
Albert Lewin
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Pandora and the Flying Dutchman
Overview
Pandora Reynolds is a woman who has never fallen in love – but one who men kill and die for. When she meets dashing and mysterious ship's captain Hendrik van der Zee, he pushes her to commit the ultimate act of love.
Director and cast
- Albert Lewin Director
- James Mason as Hendrick van der Zee
- Ava Gardner as Pandora Reynolds
- Nigel Patrick as Stephen Cameron
- Sheila Sim as Janet Fielding
- Harold Warrender as Geoffrey Fielding
- Mario Cabré as Juan Montalvo
- Marius Goring as Reggie Demarest
- John Laurie as Angus
- Abraham Sofaer as Judge
- Patricia Raine as Peggy Ford
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