ENTERTAINMENTS

New Zealand Herald, Volume LXXVIII, Issue 23870, 22 January 1941, Page 10

ENTERTAINMENTS

| Eoxy, Tivoii Theatres.—Based on a j famous magazine character, the advenj luivs ol' tlic Chinese detective Mr. j Wong arc cuntiiuu.'il in the thrilling I film "The Fatal Hour," which is tin: i main feature ol the new programme at I the 11{/xy ami Tivoii Theatres to-day. j ihe noted actor ol "horror ' parts, | .1 {oris Karloll. again takes the role ol' -Mr. Wong, and his unravelling ol two murder mysteries with the help ol a girl reporter. Bobbie Logan, played by .Marjorie Reynolds, makes exciting entertainment. The second icature is the musical film ".Devil on Horseback," which is photographed entirely in natural colour. Plaza Theatre. —A film which has won instant appeal lor its unusual theme and excellent arting, "Angels Over Broadway," will lie shown finally at ihe Plaza Theatre to-day. Douglas Fairbanks, Thomas Mitchell and Rita Hayworth are the principal players in a strong cast. A thrilling story of the life and romance of the notorious I masked bandit, Zorro, who terrorised California, iu its most adventurous days. "The Mark of Zorro," will have its initial presentations at the theatre to-morrow. 'the dashing, handsome bandit whose victims were marked with a ragged sword cut is played with zest by popular Tyrone Power, and the portrayal is one til his best. Romantic interest is supplied by glamorous Linda Darnell, while Basil Rathbone gives a really fine performance in a major supporting role. Other prominent parts are capably handled by Gale Sondergaard. Fugene Pallctie and .Montagu Love. Majestic Theatre.—Kxeellently acted and produced, the stirring film of adventure with the Indian Army, "The Lives of a Bengal Lancer," again heads the programme at the Majestic Theatre to-day. A superb cast includes Gary Cooper. Francliot Tone and ('. Aubrey Smith. The associate attraction is the romantic film "Love Takes Flight," with Rrnce Cabot in a main role. Commencing a season on Friday is the riotous comedy "Argentine Nights," in which the Ritz Brothers appear. Also to be shown is "Slightly Tempted." I Civic Theatre. —The thrills of the ! race tracks of Virginia form a fine background to a story of romance and family feuds in the film "Sporting ."Blood." which heads the current programme at ihe Civic Theatre. Robert | Young repeats the success ol his appearance in "Xnrth-West Passage m the role of a young owner of racehorses, and he admirably handles some lino dramatic scenes. .Maureen O'Sullivan and Lewis Stone complete the main cast. The new attraction at the theatre on Friday will be the enthralling romantic drama "'I ill Wo Meet A *za in."" in which Merle Oberon and George Brent appear. Regent Theatre.—The escapades of Fuglish buca.neers on the Spanish Main form the theme of the film "Ihe Sea Hawk." current attraction at the Regent Theatre. Krrol Flynn s dashing personality admirably suits (be swashbuckling role of Geoffrey Thorpe. St. James' Theatre.—The highly entertaining adventures ol young Dr. Kildare are continued in the latest film of the series, "Dr. Kildare Goes Home." which will again be shown at St. .lames' Theatre to-day. The line cast is headed by Lew Ayres, Lionel Barry more and Laraine Day. Century Theatre.—A startling climax is provided to a film of thrills, suspense and humour in "They Came by Night," which will be shown to-day at ~t he Century Theatre ; The popular Scottish comedian W ill I'ylle gives another brilliant performance as a character who becomes involved in the jnIrigues of a." gang of jewel thieves. Phyllis Calvert, also appears. Based on .John Galsworthy's famous story, the film "21 Days Together" will have its first Auckland screenings at the theatre on I'relay. Iwo outstanding j, 1 a vers, Laurence Olivier and \i\teit Leigh, take loading roles. Embassy Theatre.—An enthralling romance is dramatically unfolded in the magnificent film "All This and Heaven Too." which will continue its .season at the Kiuhassy Theatre to-day. Strand Theatre. Brilliant musical sets and lilting songs are features of the film "New Moon," to be presented again at the Strand I heal re to-day. One of the most popular singing teams of the screen. Nelson F.ddy and .Icanette MacDoiiahl. adds to a. long list of successes in leading roles. Oxford, Avon Theatres.—A stirring review of international events in \nieriea's history during the past decade "The Ramparts W < Watch" will be shown with the film "Two Thoroughbreds" at the Oxford and Avon Theatres to-day. State Theatre. —A picture full of spectacular action, "the. Real (•lory' will he shown to-night at the State Theatre. Gary Cooper, David Niveii and Andrea Leeds portray the principal roles. Vogue Theatre. —Abounding in riotouslv I'uiinv situations and bright wit, the sparkling musical film "The Lambeth Walk" will be presented at the Vogue Theatre to-day. Incorporating ihe popular dance ol the same name, the film has an outstanding English east, including Lupino Lane and Sally (.' raw