AMUSEMENTS

Northern Advocate, 3 May 1934, Page 6

AMUSEMENTS

j REGENT. i | “ORIENT EXPRESS.” When the Orient Express left OstencT, it carried, among its passengers, enough material for a thrilling journey, ana all the ingredients for a first-class drama are collected and distributed during transit. The various Continental cities each contributed its quota. At Ostend there is the meeting of a dancer with a young man of means. Cologne contributes an undesirable passenger, and Vienna, adds her quota, in the form of a murderer with a stolen wallet. From Euda Pest a man is travelling to view a crucifixion. Subotica 's contribution spells trouble for some of the passengers, who come in conflict with armed soldiers on the frontier. The journey ends at Constantinople, but on the trip events move as lapidiy as the train itself, and there are happenings which change the lives of at least seven of its passengers. The story is from the novel by Graham Greene, and the east is a good one, including Heather Angel, Ralph Morgan, Norman Foster, Herbert Mundin, and Una O’Connor. There is a good supporting programme, Movietone News, News Gazette, and an excellent Flemish Folk Travelogue. Those who enjoy good entertainment, with a variation from the usual type and an unexpected and dramatic conclusion, will be well catered for tonight and tomorrow night at the Regent. PLAZA THEATRE. “STAGE MOTHER.” The secret of many a child’s success on the stage is revoakkl in “Stage Mother,” drama of theatrical life which opened at the Plaza Theatre last evening. Adapted from an original story by Bradford Ropes, author of “42nd Street,” the picture deals with a little known side of the theatre — the intense ambition that causes “stage mothers” In drive their children to success. The heartbreaks and laughs that are encountered by the youngsters being “herded” on their way is brought vividly to the screen. Alice Brady scores even a greater triumph than in “When Ladies Meet’’ in her portrayal as the ambitious mother who will stop at nothing to further the career of her daughter. She la sensational in pathos and comedy alike. Maureen O’Sullivan lias one of the best roles of her screen career and puts every effort ‘into an outstanding performance. The film has an Interesting ending, and provides first-class entertainment. The supporting feature is excellent and the whole programme will be repeated tonight.