"THE MIRACLE MAN."

Evening Post, Volume XCIX, Issue 121, 22 May 1920, Page 9

"THE MIRACLE MAN."

Something like an original vein in moving pictures is struck by the film, "The Miracle Man," screened before a full house at the King's Theatre last evening. The production is the work of George Loane Tucker, who, with the aid of a brilliant cast and splendid staging, scores a- notable success. The story might bear an additional title, "The Power of Faith," for it is faith that moves the actors in the end. The first scenes show the operations of a gang of "crooks" in Chinatown, under the master mind of Tom Burke, the leader, who suddenly conceives the idea of exploiting the miraculous cures of an old man, deaf, dumb, and nearly blind, in' a )remoto country district, for the enrichment of himself and his accomplices. Burke wins the confidence of "The Miraclß Man," and introduces the female member of the gang, Rose, as the grandniece of the faith-healer. The rest of the gang arrive on the scene, including the Frog, a contortionist, who is able to assume the role of. a hideous cripple. There are also the paralysed daughter of a millionaire and her devoted brother. The "cure" of the Frog is, of course, assured, but, to the marvel of all, faith, heals the others and gifts begin to pour in on "The Miracle Man," and are duly gathered in by Burke and Eose. ■ The end of the story is in artistic keeping with the rest, and makes a deep impression. In the character of Rose, Miss Betty Compson achieves fame among thp stars of the cinema world. A special orchestra of fifteen solo instrumentalists, under Mr. J. V. Maling, provides an excellent musical accompaniment,; including a specially composed prologue, to thp picture of .the evening of. distinct merit. Madame Annette Hayward won hearty applause with the song "Sweet Spirit, Hear My Prayer." "The Miracle Man" will be screened at the King's ■ Theatre this evening and throughout the week.