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On the tropical canvas of Tutuila, a South Pacific island, a steamship from San Francisco breathes its last sigh, docking at the port of Pago Pago. Among the sea-weary travelers is Sadie Thompson, a vibrant woman whose plans extend to the nearby island of Upolu, where she's destined to work for the steamship company. However, fate weaves an unexpected delay into her journey, forcing her to stay in Pago Pago longer than intended. As her funds begin to dwindle, Sadie finds herself caught in a web of uncertainty and judgement.
Radiating a sense of joie de vivre or carrying the stigma of a harlot, Sadie's image oscillates depending on the beholder's perspective. Among her fellow passengers are Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Davidson, who see her through the grim lens of moral judgement. Davidson, a self-proclaimed deacon with a sanctimonious aura, holds the attention of governors across the South Pacific islands. His rigid beliefs are deeply entrenched in penitence and salvation, and he views Sadie as a fallen woman destined to continue her life as a prostitute in Apia.
However, Davidson's perception is only a half-truth. Sadie's past does bear the shadow of prostitution in San Francisco, but she has left those streets behind, seeking a fresh start. Davidson's confrontation and his threat to have her deported back to her old life challenges her hope for a new beginning. Yet, amidst this turmoil, love finds a way. Sadie and US Marine Sergeant Tim O'Hara, who knows her past but remains undeterred, fall for each other and dream of a life together away from judgment, in Sydney.
As the threat of Davidson looms large, Tim takes up the fight against this so-called reformer. Unbeknownst to all, Davidson's righteousness masks a darker truth. As Sadie's past, her love, and her future collide, she finds herself at the brink of losing her second chance at life due to the relentless zeal of a misguided missionary. This tale of love, redemption, and the struggle against hypocrisy is a testament to the human spirit's resilience.
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Sadie Thompson is a drama movie featuring Gloria Swanson.
Sadie Thompson is currently streaming on DIRECTV.