ENTERTAINMENTS

New Zealand Herald, Volume LXXI, Issue 21853, 16 July 1934, Page 7

ENTERTAINMENTS

ROXY AND TIVOLI THEATRES James Cagney gives a convincing performance in "Jimmy the Gent," the first film on the current programme at the Boxy and Tivoli Theatres. This popular actor is eivon a role admirably suited to his distinctive personality,, and Betto Dayis gives a pleasing portrayal in the opposite part. A distinguished cast appears in "I'll Tell the World," the second film. Lee Tracy takes tho leadine role of an energetic reporter, while Gloria Stuart heads tho supporting players. "The Son of Kong" and "Dark Hazard" comprise the programme to bo presented for tho first time on Wednesday.

MAJESTIC THEATRE ' The celebrated story by Warwick a vivid film interpretation and heads the programme being presented at the Majestic Theatre. H. 3i. Warner, who gavo a moving portrayal in the silent version of the same story, gives another outstanding performance. Playinp Sorrcll for the second time he brings to the part the additional asset of his eloquent English-speaking voice, considered to bo one of tho most effective heard on the talking screen. Although British by birth H. B. Warner' has never previously appeared in an English talking film and liis debut is certainly an auspicious one. The supporting T ,east includes Margot Grahamo, Winifred Shotter and Donald Calthrop. CIVIC THEATRE Ono of the most impressive pictures to be shown in Auckland for a considerable time, " All Men are Enemies,",is the current attraction at the Civic Theatre. Hugh Williams, who has given some fine performances on both the,stage and the screen, and will -be remembered for his portrayal of Captain Stanhope in " Journey's End," is; seen .'in tho principal role. He appears as an architect who becoming disheartened, with his work goes to Austria. He falls in lovo with an attractive Austrian girl but their romance is cut short by the outbreak of-war. During tlio four years of hostilities they try to communicate but their letters are intercepted by tho authorities and the girl loses both home and friends when accused of giving information to an enemy. The manner in which they finally meet makes a story of compelling interest.

REGENT THEATRE One of the latest Twentieth Century productions,. "The Bowery,'' is attrac-! ting large ' and enthusiastic audiences to the Regent Theatre. George Raft and Wallace Beery head the talented cast and the story with the background of the " gay nineties brings the old dances and music vividly, back to the screen. The plot is based on the rivalry of Chuck Connors ai:H Steve Brodie, two of the Bowery characters taken from real life.. Thoiy are continually trying to beat one another and .their adventures introduce some ' bright humour. Fay .Wray and Pert Kelton head the feminine, cast, while Jackie Cooper,' one of the most, popular juvenile players, gires an outstanding performance. The Waft Disnev colour cartoon, " The Big Bad Wolf," is being, screened. . .- ST. JAMES',- THEATRE Notable for the . excellent performance by Ann Sotliern, a talented young actress, who is rapidly gaining groat popularity, "Let's Fall in Love" is the picture being shown at St. James'- Theatre. Edmund Lowe as the principal gives , a convincing portrayal, while the minor roles are capably interpreted by Miriam Jordan and Gregory Ratoff: -With the background of a film studio with a picture in the process of being photographed the story offers wide scope for the introduction of the latest song and dance numbers. The plot is based on a temperamental actress who suddenly refuses to continue with her part. The director is at a loss to find a substitute who is of Swedish origin and suited to the role. He sees a girl in a circus who strongly resembles her in appearance but is not of Swedish nationality. He places her with a Swedish -family and she simulates their manners and accent. The manner in which her true identity is finally revealed makes a fascinating conclusion to the story. The film adaptation of the story by Eleanor Smith, "Red Waggon,'' will commence a season at the theatre on Friday. • / .' ; ; , ' ....

NATIONAL AND PRINCE EDWARD A double-feature programme which caters for a, wide diversity of tastes is being presented at the National and Prince Edward Theatres. Tho first film, " Whirlpool,"; is a drama of compelling interest, while One is Guilty,"' the second attraction, is a thrilling mystery story. Jack Holt, the virile actor who has appeared in many western roles, is the principal, of "Whirlpool " and he appears as a small carnival owner who is imprisoned for 20 years for the inadvertent death of a ruffian in a fight which occurs at the carnival; On gaining his release he is embittered and resentful and a, notorious criminal. The story of how his lawless career is terminated sustains the interest to the eiid. Ralph Bellamy and Shirley Grey both give fine performances in " One is Guilty." It is a detective story with a far more ingenious plot than usual.

STRAND THEATRE One of the most polished and.popular American copiedians, Edward Everett Korton, gives a characteristic performance in " Uncertain Lady, 1 ' the main film being shown at the Strand Theatre. With a modern setting tho dialogue is extremely witty and makes light entertainment of an attractive type. The supporting players are headed by Genevieve Tobin and Henee Gadd. Nils Asther is the principal of " Tho Love Captive," the second attraction.

state Theatre Elizabeth Bergner appears in " Catharine the Great," the first film being screened at the State Theatre. "Heroes for Sale " also is being shown: j LONDON NEWSREEL CINEMA Nora Swinburne, Norman McKinnell and Donald Calthrop head the cast of :" Potipliar's Wife," which is being screened at 'the London Newsreel Cinema. TUDOR CINEMA ! The popular American comedian, Eddie Cantor, gives a fine performance • in "Roman Scandals." the main attraction at the Tudor Cinema. There is an excellent supporting programme. RIALTO THEATRE s An excellent double feature pro- • gramme is being shown at the Rialto Theatifc. The first attraction,* "Corning Out Party," is a gripping story, while ' "A Night in Cairo" also is being shown.

NEW RECENT THEATRE "Bedside" and "The Constant Nymph" head the programme being screened at the New Recent Theatre, Epsom. STATE THEATRE, ONEHUNGA Guest, night will be observed at tins State Theatre, Otiehunga, to-night. "The House Opposite" will bo the main attraction. CRYSTAL PALACE THEATRE "A Night in Cairo" and "Man of Two Worlds" comprise the programme being presented at the Crystal Palace Theatre.

■ PLAZA THEATRE * A simple story told with delightful artistry makes "Say it With Flowers," tho current attraction at the Plaza Theatre, a most, entertaining film. Dealing with tho life of the London costers it portrays-their "kindly nature, generous sympathy' and cheerful humour. Mary Clare gives a splendid performance .as Kate Bishop, an old flower seller who becomes ill and is told that a trip abroad is her only hope of recovery. Kate and her husband Joe are well known and popular figures among the inhabitants of the' market area, who prove their affection for them by arranging a benefit con-; cert on Kate's behalf. The concert a great success and js_ undoubtedly.,,' ono of the most realistic music hall V entertainments presented on the ( screen. There is a fine selection of supporting pictures.

CAPITOL THEATRE ... Give Brook, who will he remembered for his fine acting in "Cavalcade," gives a sterling porformaneo in "Midnight." Club," the first film being- shown at tho Capitol Theatre. "Jimmy and " Sally" also will be screened. "THE CHINESE LANTERN" Tho Playhouse Players will present "The Chinese Lantern'' in the Lewis 'L Kady Hall to-night. Adapted from a story by Laurence Housman, the pro--duetion has a talented east and makes fine entertainment. Booking arrangemcnts are advertised. r -t