KING'S THEATRE

Gisborne Herald, Volume LXVI, Issue 20130, 27 December 1939, Page 5

KING'S THEATRE

“SHIPYARD SALLY”

Hearty comedy, glorious singing of old favourites, and new "hits” by Gracie Fields, and a strong story, combine to make "Shipyard Sally," which concludes a record season at the King’s Theatre to-night at the 8 o'clock session, the most satisfying entertainment the screen has offered in many a season. It is incomparably the best Gracie Fields film to date. “Shipyard Sally” is everybody’s film. “Intermezzo, A Love Story”—Leslie Howard’s Best Film—

The Gisborne premiere of David O. Selznick’s new romantic love drama, “Intermezzo, a Love Story,” which will take place at the King’s Theatre to-night commencing at the 10.30 o'clock session, is heralded as one of the most exciting events in motion picture history. Not only has Mr. Selznick produced another top-notch motion picture, but he has introduced to audiences for the first time Miss Ingrid Bergman, a new star imported from tlie Continent. Miss Bergman is both a beautiful blonde and a fine actress, and “Intermezzo” proved an excellent vehicle for her histrionic talents. “Intermezzo, a Love Story,” is a picture which must be immediately placed in the upper brackets. In addition to Miss Bergman, its stellar strength includes Leslie Howard, fresh from his triumphs in “Pygmalion,” and Edna Best, who went from England to round out the starring trio. An excellent supporting cast, headed by John Halliday, Cecil Kellaway, Enid Bennett and Eleanor Wessclhoeft, adds immeasurably to the fine acting in the production. Some of the credit for this fine and poignant acting, of course, belongs to Gregory Ratofl, who directed the picture at a smart pace and with great imagination, and jo Leslie Howard, who acted as associate producer. Mention also must be made of the contributions made by two juvenile actors —Ann Todd, aged six, and Douglas Scott, aged 13 —who portray the children of Leslie Howard and Edna Best in the picture. These young players are called upon for sustained acting and they acquit themselves with distinction. Added to the fine cast. ‘'lntermezzo” boasts an excellent screen-play, written by George O’Neil, and highlighted by crisp dialogue, compact action, line suspense and timing. Selznick has endowed the production with his usual attention to beautiful settings, authentic backgrounds, brilliant photography and unusual lighting elTects. “intermezzo,” a dramatic love story about a violinist who leaves his family behind in a second quest for youth and beauty, is the kind of picture audiences run—not walk—-to. It is synonymous with the word entertainment.