ENTERTAINMENTS

Dominion, Volume 29, Issue 197, 18 May 1936, Page 5

ENTERTAINMENTS

Charlie Chaplin's “Modern 1 Tinies” at Regent I Charlie Chaplin, greatest uf screen comedians, has “come back'’ in Modern l Times.'' the best lihn he ever made, now showing nt tlie Regent Theatre. Playing opposite the comedian is tlie elfish Paulette Goddard, who is ” ideally cast as a gamin of tlie waterfront, f Then there is Chaplin's old partner, Hank n Mann, who played with him in many of the ~ silent films. From start to finish, tlie picture is genuine entertainment, and j even though the comedian does not speak, . it in no way scents to detract from tlie enjoyment of tlie show. Perhaps it is just 1 as well that he does not speak, for the 1 show is so funny and tlie laughter of tl:fl r audience so loud, that it is doubtful if any ~ of tin. dialogue would be heard above the j mirth of those in the theatre. Preceding "Modern Times" is a most entertaining ' supporting bill, including gazettes, a • Mickey Mouse cartoon, and a new “Alareh 1 of Time." telling in graphic manner of t events past and present in France and in i- Russia. [ Tuneful Coiuecl.v, “Colleen.” at De Luxe Theatre Boasting an extremely large and taleht- ' ed east. “Colleen,” now showing at tlie De ’ Luxe Theatre, combines) the tuneful ’ songs of Dick Powell and Ruby Keeler 1 with tlie brilliant dancing of Paul Draper I and comedy created by Jack Oakie, Joan Biondell. Louise Fazenda and Hugh Her- . berf. The story concerns the efforts cf Powell to straighten out the business affairs of his eccentric uncle (Hugh Herbert). as well as his love scrapes. Incidentally Dick and Aliss Keeler go in for some romancing and are all tied up in a score of hilarious entanglements, which are eventually straightened out in a smashing climax. Excellent featurettes and the Oxehestra do Luxe, augmented by the AVurlitzcr organ, completed a thoroughly satisfying entertainment. j Dickens’s “A Tale of Two Cities’* at St. James Charles Dickens would not have been disappointed at tlie screen interpretation of “A Tale of Two Cities,” which after a successful season at the Alajestic Theatre, is now at tlie St. James. Ronald Colman, as Sydney Carton, io older and more restrained than he used to be, and makes a very convincing portrait of the man who, after a lifetime in which he has won neither love nor respect, reveals himself in an heroic sacrifice. He is supported by a big cast, including Elizabeth Allen, Edna Alay Oliver. Basil Rathbone (as a superb villain). Henry B. AValthall, an old favourite of' the silent days, in a striking role; AA’nlter Catlett as a spy. The picture is remarkable for the flawless performance given by every member of the cast. Little Jane Withers Stars in “Gentle Julia” at Plaza Little Jane AA’itbers has the most important rode of her stage career in “Gentle Julia,” a Fox film version of Booth Tarkington’s funniest story, now screening at the Plaza Theatre. It is an hilarious story of a mischievous little vixen who turns her baud to patching up romance, with questionable results. Versatile and lovable, Jane will be remembered for her part in “Ginger,” but she is even more likeable in "Gentle Julia.” Jackie Sear], her madcap partner in “Ginger,” is again with her. Shirley Temple in “Captain January” at State

In “Captain January," now in its sccond week at tlie State Theatre, beloved j Shirley Temple plays the part of the • orphaned daughter of an opera singer, • lost in a wreck off the rocky Alaine coast, . where Shirley, who was washed ashore When a baby, is given a home by Guy , Kibbee, « lighthouse-keeper. As a merry. ' lighthearted child of six she is tlie old ’ nian’g sole light and joy in his old age, ' Slim Summerville, as the captain's com--1 jianion, aids in the upbringing of the child. Majestic Stars Marx Brothers j in “A Night at the Opera” Those enormously funny fellows, the Marx Brothers, are appearing at the I Alajestic Theatre this week in a picture with the intriguing title "A Night at the Opera.” This film is a happy blend of ! riotous comedy .with serious excerpts from [ the opera “11 Trovatore.” The name of the film conjures all manner of possibiii- j lies with tlie three • famous brothers, I Groucho, Chico and Harpo loose among grand opera. One can have no hesitation in assessing this picture as the brighte.-t (his comedy (earn has given to the theatregoing public. The supporting bill includes a comedy, “Important News," newsreel subjects, and a technicolour film depicting modern Tokio. I Paramount Screens “Peg- of Old • Drury” “Peg of Old Drury.” the English film I at the Paramount Theatre, is a picture of i fi infinite charm and sentiment. Peg is de- 1 9 lightfully played by Anna Neagle, who e fl rich Dublin accent is a treat to hear. Sir | Ceclrie Hardwicke is seen in the roie of B Garrick, and flashes of his powers aro 8 given of that actor as Shylock. Richard 9 111. and Abel Drngger. Other figure,.- of ■ historic interest are Dr. Johnson and Air. a Rich, the cat-loving manager of Drury | Lane (who made a fortune out of “The | Beggars Opera”). The programme also | includes a fascinating Dutch picture. ■ "Springtime in Holland.” It contains | tlie prettiest Dutch ballet imaginable—a . I symphony in blue. Some now views of I ciiangiilg London gave a kaleidoscopic idea of the greatest of EngliiSh cities.