LAUGHTER AT THE "TALKIES."

Auckland Star, Volume LXI, Issue 227, 25 September 1930, Page 22

LAUGHTER AT THE "TALKIES."

The difi'erenee of opinion regarding "talkies" v. silent pictures at the time of the advent of the "talkies" has apparently ceased to exist, which is typical of i a public when it comes to a diversion from the accepted. There is, however, one thing' still to be said in favour of the silent picture. When a humorous scene was shown, those people who were gifted with the desire and ability to literally rock with laughter had a field day, aiid no one minded. But now tho best of an audible comedy is missed through the above mentioned people .indulging in prolonged yells and sniggers as though in an endeavour to advertise that they are enjoying the show, at the same time barring others from hearing the words following. Although laughter is said to be spontaneous, one can appreciate humour without demonstration. If any of these individuals were to see a "talkie" comedy alone, I doubt if a solitary sound would be heard from them. Then why in a full theatre? Hob psychology, I suppose, INWARD SMILE.