ENTERTAINMENTS

Nelson Evening Mail, Volume LXX, 8 October 1936, Page 8

ENTERTAINMENTS

CURRENT ATTRACTIONS

AT THE MAJESTIC: LAST NIGHT OF “SANDERS OF THE RIVER.’’ FRIDAY THE FIRST ALL OUTDOOR ALL COLOUR FILM, “THE TRAIL OF THE LONESOME PINE”

That great pictures retain their drawing power was demonstrated again at the Majestic last night when "Sanders of the River,” despite its repeat season, was accorded a large and highly appreciative audience. To-night the final presentation of this rare screen achievement will be given. With its inspiring story, exciting and spectacular sequences and drama of spaciousness set amid picturesque surroundings it emerges as a magnificent picture, and a fine tribute to British rule in Africa.

; Commencing at the 2.30 session tomorrow. the history-making production, the first all-outdoor all colour action picture, "The Trail of the Lone--1 some Pine” will commence its extended and colourful season. Here is a story which inspired a love song, a ' story which has a love as enduring as the towering pines that shelter it. The cast includes Sylvia Sidney, Fred MacMurray, Henry Fonda and that bright little actor, “Spacky” MacFarland. Rich in romance, action, comedy and appeal i “The Trail of the Lonesome Pine” i would be a great picture in the usual black and white but as presented in nature’s own colours it brings to the screen a rare beauty such as has never before graced the sheet of filmdom. Gorgeous mountain backgrounds spring to life in nature’s own breathtaking colours. Early reservation is advised for this cinematic milestone.

WALLS, LYNN AND lIARE FUN.NIER THAN EVER. JANE WITHERS AT STATE ON SATURDAY.

There has never been a comedy team that could excell the Aldwyche trio, and their latest release, “Foreign Affaires,” is the very best of a remarkably brilliant series. Messrs Walls, Lynn and Hare never fail to raise great laughs for their never faltering comedy. With a twinkle in her eye and a saucy Irish brogue in her song, little Jane Withers heads a stellar cast of fun makers in her joyous new Fox picture, “Paddy O’Day,” coming on Saturday, to the State Theatre. The picture, which follows the fascinating adventures of a motherless girl from Erin to the strange city of New York, presents Pinky Tomlin, Rita Cansino, Jane Darwell and George Givot —the Greek ambassador of radio —in the strong supporting cast. Its songs include “Keep that Twinkle in Your Eye” and “I Like a Balalaika.” Pinky Tomlin, who wrote “The Object of My Affections,” contributes one of his own, “Changing My Ambitions,” and “Which is Which,” sung by Miss Cansino in the big production number. The story of “Paddy O’Day” follows the trail of a little lass who comes over to the United States on the steerage of a big boat, and who captivates the hearts of all her fellow passengers. When she arrives at Ellis Island, it is only to meet disappointment. Her mother has died and she must be sent back. She eludes the vigilant eyes of the immigration inspectors, and es* capes to the house where her mother used to work. It is a strange, crazy household, presided over by two eccentric aunts who repress the almost irrepressible Pinky Tomlin. From then on Jane makes the comedy fast and furious.

REGENT* TO-NIGHT AND FRIDAY. “SPEED,” THRILLING ROAD RACING DRAMA; SATURDAY, “HER MASTER’S VOICE,” “WOMAN TRAP.”

Thursday and Friday’s attraction at the Regent is “Speed,” another Metro-Goidwyn-Mayer programme. In this mechanical age there is natural interest in anything that has to do with the glamour and mystery of events that occur behind the scenes in the great industries. This interest attains its highest pitch when it concerns the lives of the dare-devil men who test cars and ’planes before they leave the factories. Lucien Hubbard, the producer, with Edwin L. Martin directing, has caught the charged atmosphere of a vast automobile concern at a time when its product is facing a revolutionary change that may make or break the company. The story, written by Lawrence Bachman and Milton Krims, is unique in its combination of romance and teriffic action. The cast presents James Stewart, Wendy Barbie, Una Merkel, Weldon Heyburn, Ted Healy, Ralph Morgan and Patricia Wilder. James Stewart, as the picturesque test driver absorbed in his invention of a new carburettor, not only delights the audience with his spectacular daring, but definitely wins them for his qualities as a romantic young lover. Wendy Barrie, playing the role of an executive’s daughter working in the plant incognito, gives a charming characterisation. Weldon Heyburn portrays the brilliant engineer and rival for -the affections of the girl with ability. There is also a fine array of six excellent supports, making up a splendid evening’s entertainment.

Saturday’s attraction at the Regent. “Woman Trap” and “Her Master’s Voice” is another grand double-feature programme that contains all the elements for a really grand evening’s entertainment. “Woman Trap” features Gertrude Michael and Roscoe Kains, and is a really enjoyable show. The second attraction, “Her Master’s Vpice,” is a bright comedy farce, and is one of Horton’s outstanding pictures, and the whole programme is one that fully justified the Regent being termed the home of quality entertainment.