Paradise in Harlem (1939)

User Reviews Mixed (base on 138 reviews)
Description Greatest Colored Cast Ever Assembled in One Picture It is the story of a comedian Lem Anderson who dreams of playing in Shakespeare scenes but he is applied only role in Harlem Vaudeville. One day he is the witness of a crime and the mobster strongly advised him to leave the town...
Genres Comedy - Drama - Music
Director Joseph Seiden
Producer joseph seiden
Published Date 2026-04-01 19:16:10
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Actors


Mamie Smith
Norman Astwood
Edna Mae Harris
Merritt Smith
Frank H. Wilson

Overall Reviews: Mixed (base on 138 reviews)

Most recent reviews

james dearden Recent review

The pacing was off, making it hard to stay engaged.

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alfred zeisler Recent review

Missed opportunities for deeper themes.

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koji shima Recent review

Beautiful cinematography that really elevates the experience.

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joseph santley Recent review

Visually stunning and emotionally gripping. Highly recommended!

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stuart heisler Recent review

The world-building felt shallow and unconvincing.

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lewis allen Recent review

Dialogue felt forced and unnatural.

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joseph green Recent review

Excellent performances all around.

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ubaldo ragona Recent review

The special effects were subpar and distracting.

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roy william neill Recent review

Solid direction and a clear creative vision.

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charles vidor Recent review

The special effects were subpar and distracting.

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george archainbaud Recent review

The pacing was off, making it hard to stay engaged.

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john florea Recent review

Weak pacing made it drag in several places.

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tom mcgowan Recent review

A tedious experience that felt way too long.

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hal roach Recent review

The plot was predictable and uninspired.

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vernon stallings Recent review

A clichéd plot that offered nothing new.

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john ireland Recent review

A heartwarming story that stays with you long after the credits roll.

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alan james Recent review

Solid direction and a clear creative vision.

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graham cutts Recent review

Dialogue felt forced and unnatural.

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ralph murphy Recent review

Sharp editing that kept everything flowing smoothly.

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alfred e green Recent review

Cinematography was dull and didn't add much.

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