Question 1

What makes The Son of the Sheik a landmark film in terms of sequels?

Accepted Answer

It is the oldest sequel to be inducted into the National Film Registry.

Question 2

Why was this film notable regarding its star's death?

Accepted Answer

It was one of the first films released after its star Rudolph Valentino's death; he died from peritonitis on August 23, 1926, less than two weeks before the film's release.

Question 3

How did Rudolph Valentino choose his leading lady for this film?

Accepted Answer

He personally picked Vilma Bánky as his leading lady for this, his last film.

Question 4

What real horse ranch contributed to the film's production?

Accepted Answer

Rudolph Valentino borrowed the stallion Jadaan from the W.K. Kellogg Arabian Horse Ranch, along with a Kellogg employee who rode as his stunt double.

Question 5

What is the basic conflict in The Son of the Sheik?

Accepted Answer

Ahmed, son of Diana and Sheik Ahmed Ben Hassan, falls in love with Yasmin, a dancing girl who fronts her father's gang of mountebanks. The gang captures Ahmed, tortures him, and holds him for ransom.

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