The Green Goddess

About This Movie

So, 'The Green Goddess' from 1939 - it's an intriguing piece of theater history, isn't it? You have Orson Welles, who later made waves with 'Citizen Kane', putting on a version of this play in New York, and it's just fascinating to think about the atmosphere he conjured up. The pacing must've been quite engaging, given Welles' skill with tension. And of course, the added short film prelude adds an extra layer that we can only imagine now since the footage is believed lost. It's a shame, really, as it makes you ponder what performances might have been captured. This film is distinctive because it’s nestled in Welles' early career, a time when he was really experimenting with his craft.

This film is a bit of a ghost story in the collector realm. The original footage is lost, making any relics from the production incredibly scarce. There's a certain mystique around Welles' early work that keeps collectors curious, often leading to discussions on its significance in his development as a filmmaker. Most note that while it can be hard to track down, any memorabilia related to this production has a certain allure due to the history and talent involved.