ENTERTAINMENTS

New Zealand Herald, Volume LXXIV, Issue 22864, 20 October 1937, Page 13

ENTERTAINMENTS

ROXY AND TIVOLT THEATRES Two full-length Western pictures comprise the greater part of the programme which will commence a season at the lioxy and Tivoli Theatres to-day. " Rustlers' Vnllev," the main feature, is the 12th film made from the popular stories of Clarence 35. Mulford. with William Boyd in the role of Hopalong " Cassidy. Cassidy and his wellknown white horse have adventures in " .Rustlers' Valley " that equal in excitement any of those in earlier films. They are aided by the other favourite characters, " Windy " Halliday and " Lucky " Jenkins, played by George Haves and Russell Hayden, respectively. The trio comes to a ranch owned by Stephen Morris, which, on account of its value, is coveted by dishonest bankers in a neighbouring town. When they cannot gam control of it by straight-forward methods, they attempt to drive Morris from his property by stealing.his cattle. Then "Lucky Jenkins is accused by them of murder, and the action moves at a rapid pace when " Hopalong " has to clear his comrade of the charge, and also prove that the banker is head of the gang of cattle thieves. Romantic interest is provided by Muriel Evans, who has appeared previously in a number of similar pictures. The second attraction on this entertaining programme is " Forlorn River," which, as with " Rustlers' Valley,''' is a production of the Paramount Company. The story deals with the depredations of a band of desperadoes, headed by Les Setter, who dcter- ! mine to outwit a buyer from the army i remount service, and steal the horses ! consigned to the Government. How ■ they do this and how they are finallv | frustrated bv the efforts of u Nevada, ! plaved by Larry Crabbe, forms the thrilling story. The round-up of the : horses allows the inclusion of some of j the finest action pictures of wild horses in their native haunts ever photographed for the screen. Important [ parts in the film are handled by June Martcl and John Patterson, comedy being supplied by Chester Conklin, who formerly acted" with Charles Chaplin. REGENT THEATRE The brilliant story of the boxing world, "Kid Galahad," will again be shown in its screen adaptation at the Regent Theatre to-day The Academy I Award winner Bctte Davis takes an important role in this picture, as the j sister of the manager of a young and I promising boxer, attractively played by Wayne Morris. As the manager, ruck Doiiati, Edward G. Robinson gives a ! typically virile performance. A rival "racketeer," who wishes to put <in end to the boxer's rise to fame, is portrayed by the accomplished actor ot villainous roles. Humphrey Bogart. The next attraction at the Regent Theatre is a strong adventure film, entitled "Another Dawn." Members of the cast are Errol Flynn and Kay Francis. 5T.... JAMES' THEATRE The racing picture "Saratoga." with Jean Harlow and Clark Gable in important parts, will continue a successful season at St. James' Theatre toda.v. Another brilliant Metro-Goldwyn-Maver production, "Captains Courageous'," is to commence a season at St. James' Theatre on Friday. Cleverly adapted from Kipling's popular story, the dramatic value of this film is enhanced by. the background of fishing off the coast of Newfoundland, with magnificent pictures of schooners under full sail, and a regard for authentic detail that gives a permanency to the setting. In the role of Manuel, a Portuguese fisherman. Spencer Tracy acts with a restraint that makes the character a vital creation. Freddie Bartholomew appears in the part of a spoilt boy who is rescued at sea by Manuel, and reformed by the comradeship of the seamen. The friendship of the two leading characters is handled i with an appreciation of comedy and natural human relationships. The climax of the picture is a thrilling schooner race, which gains excitement from the outstanding photography. PLAZA THEATRE The musical comedy "New Faces of 1937" will continue its season at the Plaza Theatre to-day. Leading roles arc taken bv Joe Penner, Milton Berle, Harriet Hilliard and Parkya Karkus. The clever child actress Jane Withers has one of her best parts in "Angel's Holiday," which is to commence at the Plaza Theatre on Friday; Jane Withers has a part in this film that allows her to act with the vigour that makes her so different from all her screen rivals. Her father in the picture writes mystery stories, and her uncle conducts a newspaper, and both these respectable relatives have to take second place when Angel, as the child is called, interests herself in their business. Robert Kent and Joan Davis are also in the cast MAJESTIC THEATRE The well-known Irish tenor Tom Burke takes a prominent part in "Kathleen .Mavourneen," tho musical film which, heads the programme to be screened at the Majestic Theatre today. There is a strong dramatic story, and the photography, much of which deals with the border of the Irish Free State, is of a high standard. The second attraction is a comedy, "Hitch Hike Lady." MAYFAIR THEATRE The double-feature programme to be screened at the Mayfair Theatre to-day is headed bv " Rose of Tralee," a musical film with an unusually strong story. A four-year-old child actress, Binkie Stuart, has an important part, and Fred Conyngham is heard in a number of popular Irish melodies. The second attraction is the film " A Doctor's Diary," in which Ra Hould appears in a prominent role. - - STRAND THEATRE The brilliant technicolour film, "Wings of the Morning," will continue its season at the Strand Theatre to-day. A beautiful French actress, Annabella. takes the most important part, that of a gipsy who has fled to Ireland. Other well-known players in the film are Henry Fonda and Irene Vanbrugh. i John McCormack sings several favourite Irish songs. TUDOR CINEMA Tyrone Power and Loretta Young appear together in the comedy entitled "Love Is News," which heads the programme at the Tudor Cinema to-night. "Tho King's People" will also be shown. STATE AND STAR THEATRES i"Rainhow on tho River," the film in which Bobby Breen gives one of his most attractive performances, will be screened to-day at the State apd Star Theatres. The second feature is "Stolen Holiday," with the leading roles taken by lan Hunter and Kay Francis. PRINCE EDWARD THEATRE Clark Gable and Jean Harlow appearin "China Seas," which will be screened at the Prince Edward Theatre to-night with "Professional Soldier." CAPITOL THEATRE Tho screen version of Edgar Wallace's story " The llinger " will bo screened at the Capitol Theatro to-night, the second attraction being " Meet ' tho Baron." CIVIC THEATRETTE Tim McCoy gives a characteristic performance in "Square Shooter," the current attraction at the Civic Theatrette.

CIVIC THEATRE " Big Fella," the British film with Paul Robeson in an important role, will be screened again at the Civic Theatre to-day. Robeson's strong and likeable personality, together with his magnificent voice, make the film outstanding entertainment. Two brilliant players, Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers,. appear in "Shall W T e Dance," which is to open a season at tho Civic Theatre on Friday. Tho picture, which is considered one of the best musical films in which they have appeared together, is a highly polished blend of entertaining comedy, dancing and music. The story is developed in a manner that gives tho players full opportunity to display their talent. Astaire, who is seen as an American-born ballet-dancer, and Ginger Rogers, as a revue actress, both give excellent characterisations. Eric Bloro and Edward Everett Horton are included in the supporting cast. EMBASSY THEATRE With its story told against an authentic background of old plantation melodies, "Harmony Lane," which will again bo screened at the Embassy Theatre to-day, is an entertaining and dramatic film of early American life. Samuel Goldwvn's powerful picture "Stella Dallas," which has had an enthusiastic reception overseas, will commence a season at the Embassy Theatre to-moi-row. The story tells of tho life of a beautiful mill-girl who, after a short courtship, marries Stephen Dallas, a business man outside her social sphere. They discover that their ideas of life are entirely different, and a moving story is unfolded as Stella's tawdry nature gradually reveals itself. The climax, in which Stella Dallas sacrifices her home and comfort in order that her daughter may not grow up like her, is brilliantly acted. In the title role, Barbara Stanwyck gives a performance of a high standard, others in the cast being John Boles and Anno Shirley. Alan Hale also gives a clever characterisation in a minor role. CRYSTAL PALACE AND RIALTO Two entertaining films, "Accent on Youth" and "Murder on a Honeymoon," will be screened at the Crystal Palace and Rialto Theatres to-night. PRINCESS THEATRE "Man on the Flying Trapeze" heads the programme at the Princess Theatre to-night, the second attraction being "Redheads on Parade." STATE THEATRE, DEVONPORT The musical comedy "Ready, Willing and Able" will be offered to patrons of the State Theatre, Devonport, to-night. STATE THEATRE, ONEHUNGA Two full length films, "Dangerous Corner" and "The Calendar," comprise the programme to be screened at the State Theatre, Onehunga, to-night. , MAYFAIR, SANDRINGHAM Will Rogers appears in "The County Chairman," which will be shown at the Mayfair Theatre, Sandringham, tonight, together ■with "Thunder Mountain."