ENTERTAINMENTS

Manawatu Standard, Volume XLIX, Issue 78, 1 March 1929, Page 3

ENTERTAINMENTS

PALACE THEATRE. “UNCLE TOM’S CABIN.” A wonderful film has been made of the novel of Harriet Beecher Stowe’e creation —“Uncle Tom’s Cabin.’ It is a story that literally took the world by storm years ago, and countless people have laughed and cried at tho reading of it,' or sensed its dramatic moments in play form. There are but few who have not read Mrs Stowe’s immortal work; there aro but few unaware of tho conditions in tho Southern States of North America which prompted that good woman. And all of tho poignant story that wo read in childhood days is faithfully transferred to tho screen, and with as much of tho atmosphere it, is possible for tho films to capture of any classic literary work. Superfluous it would bo to tell of tho Kentucky days, the fields of cotton, and the darkies, or the story of Eliza, Goorgo Harris and little Eva St. Clare; the Sholbys, Topsy and Simon Legroe—of Uncle Tom. It is all portrayed on the film, well and clearly, from the summer splendour in old. Kentucky, and tile happy times at the Sheib>’s estate, to the dust-raising Northern troops and the banner of freedom. It is prosented so well that it becomes tho most satisfactory picture in years. It has crowded the Palace nightly this week, also at matinees, and the final presentation this evening should witness anothor record demand for seats. Tho film has the true accompaniment —an attractive entertainment houso, and a delightful orchestra and a well thought out musical scoro. Tho prologue, which was arranged by tho manager, Air Ross Aloikle, could not have been improved —a mixed chorus behind tho stago curtains harmonising in “Poor Old Joo” and “Swanco River,” and Aliss Doris Alorgan, mezzo-soprano, appearing before tho orchestra well and singing “Carry Mo Back to Old Virginny.” And as tho film unfolds the voices of tho choir behind tho screen can bo heard gradually diminishing harmoniously and plaintively as tho real darkies of Virginia.

THEATRE OE LUXE. A SPLENDID ENTERTAINMENT. This evening, the Theatre de Luxe will present finally “Shadows of the Night,” Metro-Goldwyn-Alayor’s vivid drama of nowspapordom and the underworld, with Lawrence Gray, Louise Lorraine and “Flash,” the police dog actor, at the head of a notable cast. It is a thrilling story of a reporter’s quest for an underworld bandit leader, aided by his dog. Thrills, battles and sensational chases blend with a pretty love story. The cast includes Pony Aloran, Drew Deniarest, G. Raymond Nye, Tom Dugan and Eddie Sturgis. The supporting Aims are of an extremely interesting nature and the musical items rendered by the Premier Quintette are excellent, so that patrons at the. do Luxe may iook forward to a very enjoyable evening’s amusement. Seats may bo reserved at Berryman’s. EAIIL JANNINGS TO-MORROW. Commercing at tho matinoe at 2 p.m. tomorrow, the Theatre do Luxe will.present Emil Jannings in “The Street of Sin.” London's slums have been called the cup that holds the world’6 dregs. That would appeal to Emil Jannings, character star, as a setting for his dramatic talents, and the idea, evolved by him, has been translated into a motion picture called “Tho Street of Sin.” This new Paramount production, is a successor to_ Jannings’s magnificent success, “The Way of All Flesh,” and is declared by many to bo even more powerful in theme and characterisation. The story deals with the life of a huge rowdy, who rules the slums with his lists, portrayed by Jannings. . On the same bill is the third episode of “Tho New Greater Collegians” which is entitled “Kicking Through.” KO3Y THEATRE. “AIE, GANGSTER” AND “LADY ROBINHOOD.” The splendid programme now being screened at the Kcxsy will be sluown finally to-night. “Ale Gangsters” deals with the old timo story of the boy who was allowed to run wild in his childhood days and who lacked parental influence and naturally travelled the wrong road in his adolescence and young manhood. It was directed by Raoul Walsh. Don Terry, playing a lead in his first motion picture, is said to be a revelation. Juno Collyer gives a truly inspired portrayal, while the supporting cast is tho finest ever assembled for ono picture. Also showing is Evelyn Brent in “Lady Robinhood.” This is a picture that will thrill with excitement from start TO-MORROW’S PROGRAAIME. “Honeymoon Flats” and “Somehow Good” arc the features billed for screening to-morrow, commencing at the grand matinee. George Lewis and Dorothy Gulliver are the stars in “Honeymoon Flats” and it is reported to bo ono of the funniest films ever produced. Lewis and Aliss Gulliver aro both very good in their roles. This pair will be remembered for their feutured work in “The Collegian” series of short comedies. Bryant Washburn and Jane Winton are the other married couple, adding much subtle comedy. Kathlyn Williams and Phillips Smalley are the “in-laws.” In addition, “Somehow Good” will bo screened. Fay Compton and Stuart Rome play tho featured roles. This is a beautiful picture and is one that is sure tlo please. Also showing is “The Vanishing Rider.”

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