ENTERTAINMENTS

Southland Times, Issue 18809, 30 April 1920, Page 3

ENTERTAIN MENTS

ALBION THEATRE. “THE MAN FROM KANGAROO,” TO-MORROW. The dainty and pleasing programme with the World Film production ‘The Little Intruders” as the chief item, will be screened for the Inst times to-night at 7.15 and 9 o’clock. The programme is one that can be highly recommended. Without a doubt “production” is the chief essential of a successful “movie” drama. Those who remember the early films produced in Australia will smile at the recollection of the glaring anachronisms and crude subterfuges resorted to in order to gain effect. Much was left to the credulity and good humour of the audiences, and absurdities that would pass muster a few years ago would call forth ridicule at the present day. Mr E. J. '“'rroll was quick to recognise the abs; ) ortance of this great essential and in “u, Lure of the Bush” and “The Sentimental Bloke” it was generally acknowledged that the production equalled the best efforts from abroad. However, to eclipse, if possible, the production of the former films, Mr Carroll secured the services of Mr Wilfred Lucas—himself a [ Britisher born —and one of America’s lending producers, to direct the action of "The Man from Kangaroo.” This enthralling picture of bush life is the first of the Lucas productions and affords ample opportunity for the famous Australian athlete “Snowy” Baker to puil off many thrilling stunts. It also provides Miss Brownie Vernon, Mr Wilfred Lucas, and a talented company of Australian artists splendid vehicles for the exploitation of their respective arts. ‘The Man from Kangnroo,” which is in seven acts will be presented at the Albion Theatre on Saturday and for three nights ar.d one matinee. The box plans are on view at the Bristol. Intending patrons arc advised to book their seats, for many have been unable to gain admission, so grea) have been the crowds.

CIVIC PICTURES. CHARLES RAY AMD DOROTHY DALTON The most excellent, double-feature Paramount programme which has so delighted large audiences in the Municipal Theatre for tlie past two nights, will be shown for the last time to-night at 7.15. Those who have as yet been unable to see it, are strongly recommended to pay a visit to the ‘‘Civics” and they will be well rewarded, Dorothy Dr.!to:i is the star in the comedydrama ‘‘The Ilomebreaker.” Mine Dalton responds to the quickening of her opportunities with enthusiasm. She is at heme in her role. She is admirably supported by Douglas Mac Lean and others. The story moves with the spirit of the times it depicts and the sub-titles, humourous in themselves are given an entirely new snap by their illustrated symbols. “Tire Busher," fee.tnring Charles Ray, is a ratting story of the great American national sport, baseball, wherein men glory in fame one moment and are engulfed by the bitter condemnation of friends even sweethearts— the next. Other good pictures, together with excellent music by the Civic Orchestra, complete a grand -entertainment.

NAZIMOVA IN "OUT Of' THE FOG”

ON SATURDAY. The management of the Civic Pictures has been particularly fortunate and has shown much enterprise in securing for tomorrow, to be shown at the matinee at 2 p.m. and again at 7.15 pm. for 3 nights only, the great Narimova masterpiece “Out of the Fog,” in seven thrilling reels. This latest masterpiece in which. Nazimova the distingnished Russian actress will lx; seen, has been adapted for the screen from our greatest stage success, " ’Ception Shoals,” a powerful drama of the sea written by H. Austin Adams. This play, winch was produced at the Thirty-Ninth street Theatre, New York, and which ran for two seasons, created world-wide comment, both for ita unusual and elemental theme and for the supreme artistry of Naarimo-va’s characterisations. In “Out of the Fog," Nazimova has carried nut with faithful exactness the story which is even more convincing in picture form than it was in the more restricted confines of the stage. "Out of the Fog” is a tremendous drama of the sea and gives Nazimova two distinctive roles which provide every opportunity for her varied and intense powers. Some of the scenes depict the lighthouse ss it stands on the rockbound New England coast—a lonely object on this desolate spot—lashed and buffeted by the storm-tossed waves. Others are taken in the light tower —showing the revolving light which is seen by ships far out to sea. These scenes are unusual in that it is seldom that the privilege for taking pictures on Government property Is granted. This great picture has drawn tremendous houses throughout the dominion. Patrons would be well advised to lose no time in securing seats by booking at Begg’s music shop. Plans for all three nights are now open.

POPULAR PICTURE PALACE. There was another splendid attendance last night when the lengthy programme was keenly appreciated by all present. H. B. Warner in “The Man Who Turned White,’’ is seen at bis best and no one should miss the final opportunity of witnessing this long and varied programme. At the matinee tomorrow Earle Williams will be presented in a six-reel thrilling drama of the Canadian forests entitled ‘"Hie Wolf”; and “The Railroad Raiders,” the new serial, will also be screened in addition to splendid supporting subjects. At the evening performance a double feature programme will be shown, when the screen genius, "Nazimova” will be seen in the Metro Screen Classic, “Toys of Fate,” which is acknowledged to be her strongest screen characterisation. When shown here some time ago, hundreds were unable to gain admission, and the management are re-screening this picture at the request of numerous patrons. “The Railroad Raiders” will also be shown. The programme should attract large audiences and patrons should be early or book seats at the Theatre.