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Overall: B+
In the deep shadows of an African river, a drunken supply runner and a reserved spinster are thrown together on an old steamer. Chugging downstream they become participants in one of movie history's most unlikely love affairs.

Violence: C+
Soldiers round up natives and burn village. Character dies as the result of shock. Soldiers fire shots at people in a boat. Characters make bomb. Characters sentenced to be hanged. Ship blows up.

Sexual Content: A-
Naked baby is seen. Characters are seen in underwear. Couple kiss.

Language: A-
At least one term of Deity used as a profanity.

Alcohol / Drug Use: C
Cigars, cigarettes and alcohol are repeatedly used. Character is portrayed as drunk.

Miscellaneous
People attacked by swarm of bugs. Man's body is covered with leeches. Boat is caught in violent storm.

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