Storyline
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.
Key Information
Cast & Crew
María Corda
Tesha Dobree
Jameson Thomas
Robert Dobree
Paul Cavanagh
Lenane
Clifford Heatherley
Doctor
Muriel Minty
Maid
Daisy Campbell
Mrs. Dobree
J.J. Espinosa
Maestro
Bunty Fosse
Tesha (child)
Mickey Brantford
Young Simpson
Boris Ranevsky
Tesha's Father
Frequently Asked Questions
Tesha was released on August 27, 1928.
The runtime of Tesha is 1h 27m.
Tesha is a Romance, Drama movie.
Tesha is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.
Tesha was directed by Victor Saville.
The main cast of Tesha includes María Corda, Jameson Thomas, Paul Cavanagh.
Tesha is originally in English.