Zanzibar (film)

Zanzibar is a 1924 American silent adventure film directed by Robert F. Hill. The film stars Lois Wilson, William Fairbanks, and J. Farrell MacDonald. The plot revolves around a young woman who travels to Zanzibar in search of her missing father, an explorer believed to have discovered a valuable pearl. She faces numerous perils, including treacherous locals, dangerous wildlife, and competing treasure hunters. The film is considered a lost film, as no complete prints are known to exist. Fragments and stills have survived, offering glimpses into the production. Its story blends exotic locale adventure with elements of mystery and romance, a common theme in adventure films of the silent era.