Neptune's Daughter

Neptune's Daughter

NR 1914 · 95 min · ★ 1.0 · Fantasy

The daughter of King Neptune takes on human form to avenge the death of her young sister, who was caught in a fishing net. However, she falls in love with the king, the man she holds responsible.

Directed by Herbert Brenon · Written by Leslie T. Peacocke

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