AMUSEMENTS.

Grey River Argus, 16 January 1928, Page 2

AMUSEMENTS.

OPERA HOUSE—TONIGHT. * ' BARDELYS TIIE Al AG NTFICENT.” That John Gilbert is the most astonishingly versatile actor on the screen to-day i«s amply borne out by his portrayal in “Bardclys the Magnificent,” a Rafael Sabatini romance, that will be shown in screen form at the Opera House to-night and to-mor-row night. Gilbert’s artistic portrayal of the title role is a tribute to the quality of his genius ami versatility. lie is called upon to give an amazingly varied performance. These dramatic scenes bear out his claim to fhe screen’s most vivid and magnetic personality; exciting duels in which his flashing blade leaps like a dart of light, bear witness to his ability as a swordsman; dangerous climbs up precipitous walls to castle turrets, wild horseback rides down the lanes and across the meadowis’ of France, daring leaps from great heights, ami increditable feats of muscular strength and ability, all add to the general impressiveness of his performance. The story of “Bardelys the Magnificent” is as unique and colorful as its action. A gay Frenchman wagers his entire fortune and worldly possessions that he will melt the heart of Lady Roxalanne, the most beautiful and coldest lady in France. The carrying out of his determination is depicted in a fascinating manner.