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Mamba (1930)

Movie ★ 4.9 78 min

August Bolte, the richest man in a settlement in German East Africa in the period before World War I, is called "Mamba" by the locals, which is the name of a deadly snake. Despised by the locals and the European settlers alike for his greed and arrogance, Bolte forces the beautiful daughter of a destitute nobleman to marry him in exchange for saving her father from ruin. Upon her arrival in Africa, she falls in love with an officer in the local German garrison. When World War I breaks out, Bolte, unable to avoid being conscripted, foments a rebellion among the local natives.

Tom Miranda Writer Albert S. Rogell Director Winifred Dunn Writer

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Quick facts

Released
March 9, 1930
Runtime
78 min
Rating
NR
IMDb
tt0021109
Studio
Color Art Productions, Tiffany Productions

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Frequently asked questions

What is Mamba about?
August Bolte, the richest man in a settlement in German East Africa in the period before World War I, is called "Mamba" by the locals, which is the name of a deadly snake. Despised by the locals and the European settlers alike for his greed and arrogance, Bolte forces the beautiful daughter of a destitute nobleman to marry him in exchange for saving her father from ruin. Upon her arrival in Africa, she falls in love with an officer in the local German garrison. When World War I breaks out, Bolte, unable to avoid being conscripted, foments a rebellion among the local natives.
Who directed Mamba?
Mamba was directed by Albert S. Rogell.
Who stars in Mamba?
Mamba stars Jean Hersholt, Eleanor Boardman, Ralph Forbes, Claude Fleming.
When was Mamba released?
Mamba is a 1930 drama film.
Where can I watch Mamba?
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