ENTERTAINMENTS

New Zealand Herald, Volume LXXV, Issue 23061, 11 June 1938, Page 20

ENTERTAINMENTS

\ qiviq theatre ; Tho outstanding .cast headed by such Bayers as Tyrone Power, Alico Fay and oil Atoeche is a feature of tile entertaining film "lii Old Chicago," wliich Will be presented- to patrons of the Civic Theatre to-day. The story deals mainly with the life of the O'Leary family, tho role;/ of tho brothers being taken by l'ower. Amcche and Tom Drown. Power is well cast as the -second O'Loary boy, Diori, giving a subtle and imaginative interpretation of liis character. Dion was the most successful of the brothers but lie used his .power in the, politics of the city in an-underhand way. Don Amecho appears. as Dion's elder brother ,> -who Was the mayor at the time of tin) lire of 1871. The excellent supporting cast includes Alice Brady and Andy'DoviiiO; Thb great fire; which destroyed much Of the city, provides a fitting climax and tho many spectacular scefies of tho flames sweeping through the streets contribute largely to make the film excellent entertainment. An interesting supporting programme, including a film dealing with Hitler's visit to Home, will also bo presented. '

REGENT THEATRE The beautiful tropical scenery of Malaya is seen to advantage in the technicolour production "Her Junglo Love," which will continue its successful season at the Begent Theatre today. Dorothy Lamour, who will be remembered for her fine performance m "Tho Hurricane," is prominently cast and appears as a white girl brought up by the natives on an island in the East Indies. A young aviator Bay Milland is forced off his course and lands on Miss Lamour's island. Although Miss Lamour is regarded by the natives as a goddess, the jealous chieftain de* cides to sacrifice them to his crocodiles. The film is brought to a satisfactory conclusion when a timely earthquake shakes the island as they are about to be thrown in the pool. ST. JAMES' THEATRE Tho beauty of rural Spain and tho gaiety and pageantry of its cities provide a charming background to the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer musical production "The Firefly," which will continue its season at St. James' Theatre to-day. Jeanette Mac Donald and Allan Jones appear together on the screen for tho first time and are heard in several beautiful numbers from the original Friml composition, including ''Love is Like a Firefly" and "Gianina Mia." The story deals with Spam dur J ing the Peninsular War, when she was attempting to free herself from the Napoleonic tyranny and Miss MacDonald has the role of the Firefly, the Spanish dancer and singer, who becomes a spy for her country. The supporting cast includes Warren William and Billy Gilbert.

MAYFAIR THEATRE

The thrilling picture "Mademoiselle Docteur," describing tlie life of a Frehch nurse, portrayed by Dita Parlb, who joined tlio German Secret Service at the beginning of the Great War, will be presented at the Mayfair Theatre to-day. The death of her lover leads the nurse on to further efforts* not because of patriotism, but in tnd hope of finding the man who killed himi She is then sent to Salonica, wherb she poses as a helper of the lied Cfoss in order to gain information about the movements of British troops. While stationed at the hospital she falls in love with a British officer whom her superiors intend the nurse to question. The officer discovers the real identity of the nurse, but before disclosing the evidence he is bounded, and just before lie loses consciousness ho urges her to escape.

EMBASSY THEATRE The entertaining production "Thor-. oughbreds Don't Cry" will be presented to patrons of the Embassy Theatre todav. The voting New Zealautl actot Ronald Sinclair is given his first big rble aiid makes the most of it, giving a fine portrayal of the English boy linger. Roger and his grandfather, Sir Petet Cah-etton, travel to America in an attempt to win the American Derby and their fortunes. The horse fads in its preliminary race and Sir Peter dies from heart failure, leaving Roger to prepare for the big race. Roger carries on and with the help of a young jockey (Mickey Rooney), is successful lh winning the Derby. Other roles in the film are well-handled by Judy Garland, the girl singer, C. Aubrey Smith and Sophie Tucker. Two newsreels and an "Our Gang" comedy are included oh the excellent associate programme to be presented. STRAND THEATRE Excellent photography of scenes showing the customs ana glamour of the ancient East, combined with the fine portrayal by Gary Cooper of the historic Marco Polo tend to make the film "The Adventures of Marco Polb, Which will bo shown at the Strand Theatre to-day, one of the mbst popular to appear in Auckland for some time. The first use of gunpowder in warfare after the Chinese had used it lor years as a toy, and its results in defeating the armies fighting againfct the great Kublai Khan produce art effective and interesting scene in tins production. Sigrid Gurie, a newcomer to the filins, appears in the cast with Alan Hale and linsil Ratlibone. Jhe usual supporting programme will also be shown.

REGAL THEAtRE Cliv.e Brook gives an outstanding performance in tTie drama "Action for Slander," which is included on the programme to bo presented to-day at the Regal Theatre. "Tarzan's Revenge is the second film. PRINCE EDWARD THEATRE An entertaining drama of the sea, "Souls at Sea," in which Gary Cooper appears, will bo presented to-day at the Prince Edward Theatre. The bright comedy "Merry-Go-Round of 1938 is also included on the programme. LONDON CINEMA Tho double-feature programme to be shown at the London Cinema to-day includes the films "East of Java," _ a romantic production in Which the main players ate Charles Bickford and Elizabeth Yoiing, ahd "Ourselves Alone," with John Loder. STATE THEATRE Robert Young and Florence Rice have the maih roles in the entertaining film "Navy Blue and Gold," which Will be shown at the State Theatre today. The second attraction is "Country Hospital," in Which Laurel and Hardy appear. 'STAR CINEMA i The entertaining programme to bo presented to-day at the btar Cinema includes* "Sparkles" and "Charlie Chan at the Opera." Warner Oland and Boris Ivarloff are prominently cast in tho second film; empress Theatre The well-balanced programme to bo screened to-day at the Empress Theatre includes "Tnrzan's Revenge" and "52nd Street."

STATE THEATRE, DEVONPORT Fred Astaire and Joan Fontaine have the principal roles in the film "A Damsel in Disti-ess," which will be shown to-day at tlie State Theatre, Devonport, The second attraction is "Windbag the Sailor." WINDSOR THEATRE . The two full-teU&th .pictUros to be' slifown at the Wilulstjr 1 heath? to-night are'"Kid Galliiluid," with F.d\Vard G. R obi'nsoh and Mette Davis, alid "It Happened in HollyWbbd."

MAJESTIC THEATRE

Depicting life in the American "underworld," the thrilling film "The La&t Ckngstef" ebtriiriencGd itfj seiisoh at the Majestic Theatre yesterday. The feuds between the rival gangs and the terrible rtith(esSii<fss, of the } criminals make this production exciting entertainment'. The role of the gang leader Joe Krozac," is well pcirtta.Ved' by Edward u. Robinson, who lias a similar part to those he played in "Tho Big House" and ''Little Caesar." A newcomer to the Hollywood screen, Rose Stradner, appears as Krozac's wife Talya, while James Stewart is alsa prominently cast in the film. Krozac travels to Europe where he meets Talya and returns with her to America, lit his absence, his leaderless band has been sore-pressed' by rivals but Krozjtfc quickly restores ox'ilcr by murdering several troublesome gangsters. He believes that he is above tlie latV hut lie is arrested on a charge of defraud 1 ing tho illeoiJie-tax department ttrtd is sentenced to 10 jyears' iiuprisonmeht. His wife visits liim in prison with his small son, but they quarrel and his wife realises for the first time the type of inn tv she has married. Tnlvrt divorces Krozac and marries Paul North (James Stewart), who has befriended her. Krozac waits in prison 'planning vengeance against • his wife rind North. When he is released Krozac discovers his child but all thoughts Of tevenge disappear when he realises his son is happier with North. The picture is brought to a thrilling conclusion when Krozac meets a member of a rival gang and fights his last battle. An hilarious comedy "Blotto" will also be shown. The main roles are takeh by Laurel and Hardy, who give highly amusing performances.

ROXY AND TIVOLI THEATRES A bright double-feature programme will be presented to patrons of the Roxy and Tivoli Theatres to-day, when "Law of the Underworld" and the comedv "Venus Makes Trouble" will be shown. In the former. Chester Morris is ideally suited for the role ot a determined criminal, Gene 1' lllmore. who poses as a wealthy member of society, a part which necessitates versatile acting. Richard Bond afid Anne Shirley have the part 9 of a romantic young couple whose dreams of marriage are broken when they are caught in the intrigues o£ Fillmore's crime circle. They are later caught by the police as slispects ill a murder case and, although they are entirely innocent, they refuse, to expose Fillmore, Who is also under suspicion. He later confesses, however, and brings the filtn to a delightful ending. The second attraction describes the aUventtires of a business promoter, successfully portrayed by James Dunn, who attempts to build a :model city but his plans are frustrated when he discovers the building site is only a swatnp. The district attorney accuses Duiin of- fraud,' which he evaded by describing the bililding of an "American Venice" on the site and has the jurors pleading for 1 Shares instead of convicting him. The supporting cast includes Patricia Ellis, Gene Morgan and Thurston Hall.

CAPITOL THEATRE The well-knowh radio comedian Sandy Powell, appears in the hilarious comedy "Can You Hear Me, Mother?" which will be presented, at the Capitol Theatre to-day. "Crimsbn Romance," in which the leading parts are taken by Ben Lyon and Sari Maritza is the second attraction. TUDOR CINEMA Alice Faye has the leading role in the bright musical comedy "You're a Sweetheart," which will be presented with a fine supporting programme at the Tudor Cinema to-night. The supporting bast in the main attraction lhcludes Charles Winninger and George Murphy. BERKELEY, MISSION BAY Appearing in the bright comedy "The Awful Truth,?' to be presented at the Berkeley Theatre, Mission Bay, to-day, are Irene Dunne and Carv Grant. Asta, a dog which is a newcomer to the screen, also appears in many delightful scenes. ALEXANDRA THEATRE The entertaining programme to be presented to-day at the Alexandra Theatre includes the films "King Solomon's Mines" and "40 Naughty Girls." Paul Robeson appears in the first attraction. PRINCESS THEATRE Jon Hall and Dorothy Lamour have the main roles in "The Hurricane." which will be shown to-day at the Princess Theatre in conjunction with "There Goes the Grooih." , adelpHi theatre the entertaining film "Stage Door," in which Ginger Rogers and Katharine Hepburn appear, will be shown to-day at the Aaelphi Theatre. "Non-Stop New York" will also be presented; STATE THEATRE, ONEHUNGA The two full-length productions to be shown at the State Theatre, Onehunga, to-day, are "K'«g Solomon's Mines," in which the popular singer Paul Robeson appears, and "High Flyers."

CRYSTAL PALACE AND RIALTO Tyrone Power and Loretta Young give excellent performances in the bright comedy "Second Houeyitibon," which will bo screened at the Crystal Palate and Rialto Theatres to-day. "The Sqlieaker" Will also be shown; BRITANNIA THEATRE Joan Crawford ftiid Franchot Tone appear in the brilliant comedy "The Bride Wore. Red," to bo shown at the Britannia Theatre to-day. "Hitch-Hike Lady" is also included on thd programme. ASTOR THEATRE Telling the story of intrigue in the courts of Europe, the outstanding film "The Prisoner of Zenda" will bo presented to-day at the Astor Theatre. Ronald Colman gives a fine performance in the main role. ROYAL THEATRE The outstanding drama "Night Must Fall," in which Robert Montgomery gives an excellent portrayal, will be shown to-day at the Royal Theatre. The second attraction is " Easy Living." ClViq THEATRETTE The main role in the thrilling western film "End of the Trail," to be shown at the Civic Thoatretto today, is taken by .Tack Ilolt. The second film is "One-Way Ticket," in which Lloyd Nolan is prominently cast.

MAYFAIR, SANDRINGHAM The bov singer Bobby Breen, is heard in tho delightful film "Make a Wish," to be shown at the Mrtyfair Cinema, Sandringhatn, to-day. The second picture is "The Great Hospital Mystery." VICTORIA THEATRE William Powell and Ltiise Eaitier appear in the outstanding film "The Emperor's Candlesticks," to be shown today at tho Victoria Theatre. "Over She Goes" will also bo presented. RECENT THEATRE, EPSOM The entertaining programme to be shown at the Regent Theatre, Epsom, to-day includes "Clive pf India" and "Jungle Princess." i GREY , LYNN CINEMA • ■ [L The two filiris,' "Souls at Sea" and "13th Chaif","* comprise the entertaining programme to be presented at the Grey Lynn CinetnA to-day.