Tyrone Power as “Jesse James”
EPIC STORY OP A LAWLESS ERA (State: Screening Friday week.) 4 ‘ J esse James, ’ ’ spectacular drama of tho most colourful outlaw that ever lived, utilizes all the magic of technicolour to tell the epic story of a lawless era. The performance of Tyrone Power ia the title role is certainly ono of the outstanding acting contributions of the year. So perfectly docs he portray the almost legendary figure of Jesse James, that after a time you are completely convinced the famous outlaw is onco more roaming the hills of tho West. Other brilliant characterizations are presented by Henry Fonda in the role of Frank James, and Nancy Kelly as Zerelda, Jesse’s wife. Randolph Scott is splendid as Marshall Wright and a fine supporting cast do their bit down to the last man.
“Jesse James” is Darryl F. Zanuck’e greatest production, and that tribute, paid to the man who gave us 4 4 ln Old Chicago” and “Alexanderßagtimo Band,” is considerable praise indeed.
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Manawatu Times, Volume 64, Issue 174, 26 July 1939, Page 11
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167Tyrone Power as “Jesse James” Manawatu Times, Volume 64, Issue 174, 26 July 1939, Page 11
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