Black Moon (1934 film)

Black Moon is a 1934 American pre-Code horror film directed by Roy William Neill and starring Dorothy Burgess, Jack Holt, and Fay Wray. The film tells the story of a woman who returns to her family's ancestral island in the West Indies and becomes entangled in a local voodoo cult, eventually succumbing to its influence. The film explores themes of racial tension, cultural clashes, and the dangers of unchecked superstition. It is notable for its atmosphere and exploration of voodoo practices, although interpretations of its depictions have been subject to critical debate regarding cultural sensitivity.