ENTERTAINMENTS

New Zealand Herald, Volume LXXII, Issue 22205, 4 September 1935, Page 15

ENTERTAINMENTS

MAJESTIC THEATRE Coming "from the pen of Damon RunTon, the author of "Little Miss Marker," the entertaining comedy "She Loves a Uniform." with Patricia Elliss and Larry Crabbe as the premier artists, will be screened again to-day at the Majestic Theatre. On the same programme is a splendid supporting entertainment, including a Boop Cartoon and a variety, "Manhattan Rhythm." "IN CALIENTE" Warner Brothers, the studio from whence all great dance successes come, have enhanced their reputation in their latest production, "In Caliente," which will open a season at the Majestic Theatre on Friday. The picture will be | of particular interest to women because |of the great number of the latest I creations which will be worn by the leading ladv, Dolores del Rio. The ; story is typically Mexican and contains ■ all the exotic beauty associated with that country. CIVIC THEATRE The comedv-romance "Orchids to You," with John Boles, Jean Muir and Charles Butterworth in the leading roles, will be screened again to-day at the Civic Theatre. The story concerns ! a financially-embarrassed florist, who, j wearied of managing » other people's romances, falls in love herself, with I peculiar results. John Boles gives a | splendid performance, as does Charles ; Butterworth, who supplies the comedy !of the production. During the day ! sessions, however, tho well-known i juvenile actress Jane Withers will bo seen in the comedy "Ginger." " BROWN ON RESOLUTION" The Gaumont-British studios, which have of late produced so many excellent films, ha\'e in their latest production, "Brown on Resolution," which will be shown for the first time on Friday at the Civic Theatre, surpassed their former efforts. The story is strongly reminiscent of the great drama "East Lynn" in that Elizabeth Brown (Betty Balfour), after a four-day romance with a young naval officer, is banished from her home, and she is determined that her son will become a sailor. The second part of the story is a graphic picture of the exploits of this son, one Albert Brown, as an able seaman in H.M.S. Rutland. The film is remarkable because of the fine battle "shots" which are shown, and the story, though slight, is extremely powerful, with the spirit of patriotism strongly imbued in it. RECENT THEATRE For those who have a taste for pictures of nature's grandeur, virile action and charming romance, the main attraction at the Regent Tlieatre, " The Call of the Wild, with Clark Gable, Loretta Young and Jack Oakie as the principal artists, provides entertainment of the highest quality. A character which will appeal to the children is the St. Bernard, Buck, whose intelligence is almost unbelieveable. At the 2.15 matinee there is the added stage attraction of the Nigger Minstrels. besides a clever Disney creation, " Mickey's Kangaroo." ST. JAMES' THEATRE The screen adaptation of what is probably Charles Dickens' most widelyread novel, "David Copper field,',' will be exhibited again to-day at St. James' Theatre. In the title role Frank Lawton gives his finest performance, while other artists who give magnificent portrayals are Edna Mae Oliver, as Betsy Trotwood, Lionel Barrymore, as Dan Peggotty, and Lewis Stone, as Mr. Wickfield. Tim is a film which the most blase of audiences cannot fail to enjoy. " PLAZA THEATRE I All the producing experience that Hollywood has gained, in the history of the motion picture has been called into play in Carl Laemmle's weird drama " The Bride of Frankenstein," which will be shown again to-day at the Plaza Theatre. The story centres around the creation by Dr. Frankenstein (Colin Clive), of a mate for " The Monster " (Boris Karloff) and her reaction to him. Some of the scenes in the film are unusual in the extreme, abounding in " trick " photography and magnificently grotesque settings. On# of the most remarkable characters, that of Dr. Pretorius, the evil scientist, is ably played by Ernest Thesiger, and the scenes in his laboratory are vividly graphic. However, much of the effectiveness of the film can be attributed to the marvellous " make-up " which only Hollywood can evolve. STRAND THEATRE Continuing its successful season at the Strand Theatre, the mystery-drama " Star of Midnight " will be shown again to-day. Although a thread of baffling mystery runs through its theme it provides excellent entertainment because of its delightful humour, which is a feature of the production. Doubtless, much of its success can bo attributed to the popularity of its leading artists, William Powell and Ginger Rogers. RIALTO THEATRE Three of the greatest comedians of their type, Ralph Lynn, Gordon Harker and Robertson Hare, will be seen in the Ben Travers. farce "Dirty Work," which will be screened at the Rialto Theatre to-night. Also being shown on the same programme is the hilarious comedy, " Life Begins at 40," with the late Will Rogers as the principal artist. LONDON CINEMA Tho universal favourite Clark Gable is the principal player in association with Carole Lombard and Dorothy Mackaill in tho romantic drama " No Man of Her Own," which will be shown at the London Cinema to-day. The second film will be the Western attraction, " Western Code," with Tim McCoy as the leading player. TUDOR CINEMA With Nils Asther portraying the role of Schubert, the film "Love Time," which is being screened at the Tudor Cinema, is tho love story of the famous composer. The supporting artists include Pat Patterson, Herbert Mundin and Henry Green. Some of Schubert's most famous compositions are played in the film. STATE THEATRE. ONEHUNGA "Love on the Spot," a bright American comedy, heads the new programme at the State Theatre, Onehunga. The leading role is taken by Rosemary Ames. A crime drama, "Strange Justice," also is being screened. PRINCESS THEATRE Viola Keats appears in the hilarious comedy "His Grace Gives Notice," which will be shown at the Princess Theatre to-night. There will be an entertaining selection of shorter films. STATE THEATRE, DEVONPORT The stirring drama "Captain Blood" will be the first picture on the doublefeature programme to be screened at the State Theatre, Devonport, to-night. The second film will be the comedy "Taking Ways."

ROXY AND TIVOLI THEATRES The first picture on the doublefeature programme to be screened for the first time to-day at the Roxy and Tivoli Theatres is the thrilling Western romance " The Cowboy Millionaire," with George O'Brien, Evalyn Bostock, Edgar Kennedy and Alden Chase in the main roles. The story centres around the selling of a mine, in which Bob Walker (George O'Brien) and Persimmon (Edgar Kennedy) are partners, by Persimmon to Hadley Thornton (Alden Chase) for a ridiculously small sum. Pamela Barclay (Evalyn Bostock), whose fiance is Thornton, on hearing of the sale, is going to tell Walker, but is captured and held prisoner by Thornton. Walker, however, discovers her hiding place and together they go to Thornton's lodge, where the story reaches a very satisfying conclusion. The second picture on the programme is the thrilling drama "Men of the Hour," a story of the great hazards which newsreel men must undertake in the course of their work. The leading artists are Richard Cromwell, Wallaco Ford and Billie Seward. STATE THEATRE All the lavish spectacle of Egypt, the magnificence and power of Rome, and the excitement of a Roman triumph are seen in the world's greatest love story, " Cleopatra," which will be screened to-day at the State Theatre. Cecil B. de Mille, well known for his " Bon Hur " and " King of Kings," has surpassed his previous great efforts in this magnificent production. The title role is splendidly handled by Claudette Colbert, and Warren William gives an equally fine performance in the role of Julius Caesar. In this film the mysterious fascination of Egypt and the exotic loveliness of her Queen have been captured. NATIONAL AND PRINCE EDWARD " The Girl From 10th Avenue," with Bette Davis as the principal, will be the first picture on the double-feature programme to be screened again to-day at the National and Prince Edward Theatres. The film abounds in domedy and romance, and has a vein of thrilling drama Dinning through it. The second attraction on the programme will be " Havana Widows," with Joan Blondell and Glenda Farrell as the leading players. This picture is considered to be one of the best comedies since the " Gold-digger " series. CRYSTAL PALACE THEATRE The dancing and musical success "Roberta" will be screened at the Crystal Palace Theatre this afternoon and to-night. The main players are Ginger Rogers, Fred Astaire and Irene Dunne. STAR CINEMA The romance "The Show is Off" is the first attraction on the doublefeature programme to be screened at the Star Cinema to-day. The leading roles are taken by Spencer Tracy and Madge Evans. The second film will be the jungle drama "King of the Jungle," with Buster Crabbe and Frances Dee as the principals. GARRICK REPERTORY SOCIETY Providing an interesting contrast between the treatment of rich and poor in the law courts, John Galsworthy's magnificent drama "The Silver_ Box" will be played again to-night in the Fabian Rooms by the Garrick Repertory Society. A talented cast includes. T. *B. Slipper. Antonio Martinenco, David Walker, Dinny Brooke and Edna Reeve. The honorary producer is Miss Raie Robinson.