Sapphire

1949·Movie
1h 42min
69
GoodGoodWatch score

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About

The film tells the story of a young Javanese man, Ahmad, who leaves his village with a magic protective dagger given to him by his mother. He takes to the seas, eager to discover the world. He reaches the exotic Arabian coast, and travels all the way to Egypt, encountering belly dancers, harem women, etc. He meets Princess Nilam and falls in love. Nilam's father will allow Ahmad to marry her only if he brings back a blue diamond guarded by monsters at a faraway location.
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Is Sapphire worth watching?

69
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 69/100. The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Sapphire?

1 h 42 min

Sapphire runs 1 h 42 min.

What language is Sapphire in?

Malay

It was made in Malay. Produced in Singapore.

What tropes does Sapphire use?

Racist GrandmaPlot-Triggering DeathNoble Bigot with a BadgePass FailFaking the DeadOld Cop, Young CopJoggers Find DeathBlack Gal on White Guy DramaNoble BigotCharacter TitleOne-Word TitlePosthumous Character

TV Tropes lists 12 storytelling tropes for Sapphire, including Racist Grandma, Plot-Triggering Death, Noble Bigot with a Badge.

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