Boy on a Dolphin
- Adventure
- Romance
- Drama
Phaedra is a poor sponge diver on the lovely Greek isle of Hydra. While diving, she discovers an ancient brass and gold statue of a boy riding a dolphin, which is said to have the magical power to grant wishes. Her shiftless boyfriend wants to sell it to an unscrupulous art collector, but Phaedra wants to give it to anthropologist Jim Calder, who would return it to the Greek government.
Boy on a Dolphin is a 1957 adventure-romance film set on the Greek island of Hydra, where a poor sponge diver discovers an ancient statue said to grant wishes. The movie follows her struggle between profit and principle as she decides the artifact's fate. This classic adventure drama has been available for decades and remains a distinctive entry in 1950s cinema.
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Theatrical release in United States
Wide release in United States · Rated NR
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Alan LaddDr. James 'Jim' Calder
Sophia LorenPhaedra
Clifton WebbVictor Parmalee
Alex MinotisMilidias Nadapoulos
Jorge MistralRhif
Laurence NaismithDr. Hawkins- Piero GiagnoniNiko
Gertrude FlynnMiss Dill
Charles Fawcett- Tonis Maroudas
Michalis Nikolinakos
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Boy on a Dolphin — frequently asked
When was Boy on a Dolphin released?
The film was released on April 19, 1957.
What is the plot about?
A sponge diver named Phaedra discovers an ancient brass and gold statue of a boy on a dolphin while diving near Hydra, Greece. She must choose between selling it to an unscrupulous collector or giving it to an anthropologist who will return it to the Greek government.
What genre is Boy on a Dolphin?
The film is an adventure-romance drama set in Greece during the 1950s.
Is Boy on a Dolphin still available to watch?
Yes, the film has been released and is available through various streaming and physical media platforms, though specific availability depends on your region and preferred service.
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