Tesha
Originally released in 1928. Tesha is a romance/drama film. directed by Victor Saville. At just 87 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring María Corda, Jameson Thomas, and Paul Cavanagh
Synopsis
The luminous Maria Corda stars as the eponymous Tesha, a celebrated Russian dancer who marries an Englishman (Thomas). The couple long for a child but after five years of happy marriage, remain childless. On a trip to Southampton Tesha succumbs to a brief fling with a stranger (Cavanagh), unleashing a barrage of unforeseen consequences and emotional turmoil. The superb cinematography is by the great German cinematographer Werner Brandes who worked on dozens of prestige British productions in the 1920s. Originally shot silent, sound was added in 1929.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 27, 1928
97 years ago
Runtime
1h 27m
87 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Burlington Films
- British International Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tesha about?
The luminous Maria Corda stars as the eponymous Tesha, a celebrated Russian dancer who marries an Englishman (Thomas). The couple long for a child but after five years of happy marriage, remain chi...
Who directed Tesha?
Tesha was directed by Victor Saville.
How long is Tesha?
Tesha has a runtime of 1 hours and 27 minutes (87 minutes total).
When was Tesha released?
Tesha was released on August 27, 1928 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Tesha?
The main cast of Tesha includes María Corda, Jameson Thomas, Paul Cavanagh, Clifford Heatherley, Muriel Minty.