AMUSEMENTS

Grey River Argus, 17 February 1949, Page 2

AMUSEMENTS

At the Opera House Finally to-night: “Return of the Badmen,” and the “Madonna’s Secret.” Comemncinq to-morrow: “Dark Passage,” starring Humphrey Bogart and Laureen Bacall. “DARK PASSAGE” Abounding in more than one happy result and packed with thrills, romantic interest and striking a new light in smooth action, Warner Bros., brings together again for the third time the screen’s top thrill team, Humphrey Bogart and Laureen Bacall, in the spectacular drama “Dark Passage,” commencing at the Opera House to-morrow Bogart’s role has him serving a term in orison for a crime which he did not commit. Soon after his neatly staged escape he is picked up by a young lady (Miss Bacall), who had followed his trial in the newspapers. The dialogue which is adapted from David Goodis’ novel of the same title, oilers some excellent moments for the star. Miss Bacall is cast in a sympathetic role. She discards the slinky tvpe of role which introduced her to the screen, for that of a very sincere young woman. Supporting the stars are Bruce Bennett, Agnes Moorehead, Tom D’Andrea and Clifton. Young. Regent Shows Finally To.-day: “Odd Man Out” with James Mason, Kathleen Ryan. Commencing Tomorrow: “The Adventures of Robin Hood” starring Erol Flynn, Olivier de Havilland, Basil Rathbone. Warners’ technicolour production has brought all the imortal appeal of the Robin Hood legends for everyone to see on the screen! The tales of adventure and excitement which fascinate readers of every age have been made to live with stirring splendour. Errol Flvnn, Olivier de Havilland, Basil Rathbone, and Claude Rains, head the huge cast of well-known players. Settings of Sherwood Forest and Nottingham Castle with archery duels and romance make this one of the most brilliant films ever produced.. With action, love story, and humour, patrons will be thrilled by this motion picture masterpiece.