Forbidden

A sweeping, bittersweet romance that spans decades, blending tender passion with the quiet devastation of sacrifice and secrets.

Directed by

Frank Capra

Genres

Drama, Romance

Starring

Barbara Stanwyck, Adolphe Menjou, Ralph Bellamy

Tagline

Her Greatest Dramatic Role !

Overview

On a cruise to Cuba, Lulu Smith falls in love with Bob Grover. Back home, she breaks off the romance when he tells her he is married. Lulu has a baby but doesn't tell Bob, who turns out to be a rising politician. She passes herself off as the baby's nanny. When Bob learns what is going on, he adopts the little girl, not telling his wife or anyone else where she came from. Lulu gets a job at a newspaper. Things get complicated when the editor gets the dirt on Bob, but also wants to marry Lulu.

How it feels

Melancholic, romantic, earnest and dark. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Love, betrayal, class, power

Content

Mild violence and sexual content. No gore or swearing.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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