AMUSEMENTS.

Hokitika Guardian, 12 July 1928, Page 1

AMUSEMENTS.

EVERYBODYS PIGTURES.

“ARIZONA BOUND” FRIDAY.

Particular interest attaches to the showing of “Arizona Bound,” which "ill bo shown at the Princess Theatre on Friday, since it introduces to the

screen a. new star in the person of Gary Cooper, elevated to the ranks of Paramount luminaries after, a comparatively short term as a member of the organisation’s famous stock company. Cooper, a lanky, six-foot-two product of a Montana ranch, bids fair to reach the heights as one of the most popular of Western stars, in the opinion of Paramount officials, and is described as a handsome young actor who can act—a most promising player who gives every indication of becoming one of the real personalities of the screen.

“ Arizona Bound ” also introduces a new equine star, which bids fair to accompany its owner to the heights of popularity. “Flash” is a magnificent, cream-coloured Arabian, and is said to be the most- beautiful steed vet used in motion pictures. The animal is highly trained, and he and Cooper, his owner, are shown throughout the picture as boon companions.. Playing opposite Cooper in the lending feminine role in

“ Arizona Bound ” is Betty Jewel, described by Emil Jennings as “ the girl with the velvet eyes,” while the principal comedy part is in the hands ol El Broiulel, one of the screen’s newest and funniest comedians. The production was made under the direction ol John Waters, who has achieved an enviable reputation as the director ot uuniorous Zane Grey stories released under the Paramount banner.

Further chapters of the new serin

“ The Fire Fighters,” a topical and a good comedy also will he shown.