PALMERSTON PICTURE PROGRAMMES

Manawatu Times, Volume LVI, Issue 7069, 31 January 1933, Page 3

PALMERSTON PICTURE PROGRAMMES

REGENT THEATRE

RONALD COLMAN IN “ARROWSMITH”

“Arrowsmith/’ the new United Artists’ Aim, starring Ronald Column and commencing to-night at the Regent Theatre, is a skilful adaptation by Sidney Howard of the remarkable novel, “Martin Arrowsmith,” tho finest work that Sinclair Lewis, one of the best living novelists, has written. It is a story which, as it reaches the screen, has almost every element that turns a fine picture into a successful one. Everything that is appreciated most by audiences finds a placo in the action at some point or another. The early years of Martin’s career as a medical student, his marriage to tho nurse, Lcora Tozer, their life together in the country, and later in Now York, their joys and sorrows, Martin’s burning passion for bacteriological research, his love for Leora, which is more than equalled by her self-sacrifice for him, are all things which are presented in a way that can hardly bo over-praised. The last section of the film, which is both tragic and inspiring, begins with Martin’s journey with his wife and the boisterous Sondelium to the plagueinfested Indies, where Martin proves his serum, but loses both his wife and companion. Adulation rings false in his ears when he returns to New York, and he breaks from the scientific foundation which has employed him. A striking last scene shows him- turning his back on unconscious worthlessness and striding toward the honesty and value of research work to come. Ronald ÜbJtautt, as Mattio, gives ft are-

markably fine performance. Among the featurettes supporting "Arrowsmith” are an interesting super-sound Gazette and a new Micky Mouse cartoon, entitled, “The Picnic.” The special film depicting Sir Charles Kingsford Smith’s arrival at New Plymouth, the reception accorded the famous aviator, and other happenings in connection with the termination of his memorable transTasman flight, will be finally screened this evening. Personal Appearance of Sir Charles Kingsford Smith at The Regent On Monday evening nest, Sir Charles Kingsford Smith will make a personal appearance on tho stage of the Regent Theatre in conjunction with the epic aviation film, “Air Mail,” which commences its season this Saturday at 2 p.m. Incidentally, “Air Mail” is the picture which the famous aviator brought with him across the Tasman Sea on his recent memorable flight. During liis appearance on the stage Sir Charles will entertain those present with a recital of the “highlights” of his wonderful trans-Tasman flight, and a lecturette dealing with his numerous amazing flying experiences. It is recommended that intending patrons reserve early for the night of "Smithy’s” personal "appearance, and the other nights during which “Air Mail” will be screened. Plans for the entire sea,son are now available at. the Centicu Booking Office, ’phone 7175.

PALACE THEATRE

NEW ROGERS FILM IS BRILLIANTLY COMIC Will Rogers is a curious anomaly. Claiming to be an unlettered cowhand, lie nevertheless conceals a brilliant brain behind his rugged exterior. And the combination makes him as gemijziily jatwfttfiiw. w tfee fiGMe* « teis

in print; more so, in fact, although heretofore he has kept his two media well apart. In “Down to Earth,” his newest Fox picture, however, Rogers combines both his whimsical screen personality and the rapier-like wit of his newspaper and magazine articles. The film has elicited yells of merriment from the audiences at the Palace Theatre, where it will conclude, this evening. Its clever blending of hilarious 'situations and modern business problems, along with the fine performances of a supporting cast headed by Dorothy Jordan, Irene Rich and Matty Kemp, make this offering a real treat for theatregoers. David Butler’s direction and Homer Croy’s story both deserve praise as well. Every member of the family will thoroughly enjoy this latest addition to the film menu. Admirably chosen featurettes include a comedy entitled “Hero Comes the Circus”; an item of the Magic Carpet series, "Havana Ho,” and two Fox Nows reels showing many events of topical interest. Tallulah Bankhead and Robert Montgomery in “Faithless” Tallulah Bankhead and Robert Montgomery—Hollywood's newest combination of screen lovers, appear together for the first time as co-stars of “Faithle'ss,” which starts to-morrow afternoon as the feature picture at the Palace Theatre. This combination brings together two stars who suggest in the public mind the senso of smartness which the story “Faithless” requires. It is a romantic talo of two young members of the “idle, rich” who become stepchildren of the depression, and find themselves suddenly struggling in the whirlpool of ■ present-day eco-

nomic adversity. A talented cast supports the stars. Included are Hugh Herbert, Maurice Murphy, Louise Clos3aicA Anna Ajjccl Lawrence grant

and Henry Kolker. Miss Bankhead displays a variety of elaborate cosstumes designed for her by Adrian. Pretentious New York and Florida backgrounds in the picture were created by Cedric Gibbons, one of Hollywood's foremost scenic designers. The programme includes an “Our Gang” comedy, entitled “The Pooch”; a Metrotone News, and a subject of Special interest to angling enthusiasts. This latter, “Sharks and Swordfish,” depicts the monsters of the deep, and is an item of Pete Smith’s marvellous "Fisherman’s Paradi'sc” scries.

KOSY THEATRE

ENEMIES ADMIRE McCOY’S NERVE IN “DARING DANGER”

Even his enemies admired him for his nerve. 'When an enemy, bent on killing, says, “I’m going to hate killing you. You’re a nervy guy—but you know too much,” the tribute is more than justified. And that’s the sort of a guy Tim McCoy is in his latest Western, ‘“Daring Danger,” showing at the Kosy Theatre for the last time to-day. He never put off till to-morrow a fight that could be fought to-day—but it was always a fair fight. When a foe tried to get him in the back, he gave him a chance to fight him fair. . . .

and always won. . Cattle rustlers get their just; due when “terrifying Tim” gets after them. Interesting fcaturettes are attached to the above feature, and include two clever cartoons, also a Publicity Department subject, ‘“Swordfishing,” which should interest all followers of Izaae Walton. Hilarious Political Comedy Commences To-morrow —“The Dark Horse”

Kosy Theatre patrons will have their chance to see the first political picture of this year, when “The Dark Horse,” ;j fl which Warren William, Bette Davis

and Guy Kibbce are featured, opens tomorrow. “The Dark Horse, '* adapted by two former political correspondents from a story by an anonymous author, said to be a prominent political figure, concerns the difficulties encountered when a political party cannot reach an agreement on its candidate for governor and compromises on a “dark kor’se,” who turns out to be difficult to handle because of a tendency to do the wrong thing at the right moment—for the opposing party, Warren William is called in to manage the candidate’s campaign and steer him in the proper channels. The situation is productive of a brand of comedy rare on stage or screen. The picture is set against the fast-paced, hectic background of a political convention. Treating the situation from a humorous angle, “The Dark Horse" elicits every drop of the story’s comedy possibilities.