Review of Morocco (1930) by Jon P — 10 Oct 2011

Thanks to an iconic finale, lush visuals and exquisite direction, Marlene Dietrich's American movie debut is totally unforgettable. 'Morocco' may not offer much narratively, yet Dietrich's androgyny and alluring on-screen presence are intoxicating and Josef von Sternberg makes excellent use of lighting and elaborate set-pieces.

This illustrious Romance is perhaps not the duo's greatest collaboration, yet it remains a luminous classic of 1930's cinema and essential viewing for fans of Sternberg's work.