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DOROTHEA YvIECK LX “CRADLE SONG.” Dorothea Wicc-k, internationally famous as a result of her brilliant performance in the German production, “Maedohen in Uniform,” which, unfortunately was not screened in this country, will be presented to Gisborne picture-goers to-day at the Regent Theatre. She plays the principal role in “Cradle Song,” a moving story of frustrated mother love behind convent walls. Miss Wieck is the latest Continental star to take her place in Hollywood beside such performers as Marlene Dietrich and Greta Garbo. She was assigned to fill the role of Joanna in “Cradle Song.” In the story, Joanna enters a convent at the ago of 18. Her natural desire for motherhood is gratified when a baby is loft at the convent door, and she is permitted to “care” for it. The child. Teresa, grows to maidenhood in the convent under the care of JO “mothers.” When Teresa falls in love with a young engineer, fear strikes at Sister Joanna’s heart, fear of being sureplanted in the child’s affection. And yet, with her fear, is coupled the knowledge that, of course, the girl must go to marry her suitor, must •fulfil her own life. The child does go, leaving Sister Joanna behind with her memories, all jealousy gone. Teresa is played by Evelyn Venable, and Kent Taylor plays the romantic lead. Others in the cast are Sir Guy Standing, Louise Dresser and Gail Patrick.
In the supporting programme there is a. musical film “Please,” featuring Bing Crosby; “Kennel Kings” a study of dog life, a Betty Boop cartoon and Cinesound News. The hooking is very heavy and it is advisable to reserve early to avoid disappointment.
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Gisborne Times, Volume LXXX, Issue 12263, 26 May 1934, Page 11
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