CIVIC.

Press, Volume LXV, Issue 19731, 23 September 1929, Page 4

CIVIC.

IMPROVED "TALKIE" INSTALLATION. "BULLDOG DRUMMOND." "Bulldog Drummond," which has been selected to open the Civic Talkie Theatre next Friday, was written by Oyril McNeils under the pseudonym of "Sapper," and has been widely read The play enjoyed a long run in London, and was staged at the Knickerbocker Theatre, New York, for more than a year. Sir Gerald Du Maurier in London, and A. E. Matthews in New York appeared in the title role, which now goes to Ronald Colman as his first futl-length talking picture. "Bulldog Drummond" ib unquestionably the most popular talking picture so far produced, not only that, but it is acclaimed by the reviwers in England »nd America to be the most definite step forward in the new talking pictures. As a London reviewer said: "One hears objections raised against the talkies, and for the most part 'twang' and unsuitable 'screen voices' are held to blame. But so long as productions of the 'Bulldog Drummond' standard are available, there is nothing to fear in regard to the failure of the speaking screen. The picture is a triumph for Ronald Colman and the distinguished cast of English players. Mr Colman'a voice is that of a cultivated Englishman, and a delight to hear. He has a decided, delectable flair for comedy, and the smartly written dialogue has a wealth of contagious humour. For enthralling entertainment this 'Bulldog Drummond' can't be beaten. Don't fail to see it at least once. It is certainly the happiest and most enjoyable entertainment that has so far reached the new speaking screen." The story concerns a demobilised British Army officer. Captain Drummond, who bored with the "quiet after war" Inserts an advertisement in the London "Times offering his services for any hair-raising adventure so long as it is dangerous. It is answered by a virginal, cameo blonde (Joan Bennett), and noon he is whirled into tore ana the adventure of attempting to extricate both her and her uncle from a trio of criminals who are endeavouring to wrest is plenty of fun and no end of thrills from start to finish. The play is exquisitely photograpW and the general design ".said to be a masterpiece. Joan Bennett, Lilian Tashmsn. Claude Allister. W. and are In the supporting east. Box plangfoT the season open to-morro» it The Bns and also st the Farmers' Co-op. Intending country patrons are advised to book at any branch of the Farmers.