ENTERTAINMENTS

Southland Times, Issue 21831, 7 October 1932, Page 12

ENTERTAINMENTS

THE REGENT. “THE COHENS AND KELLYS IN HOLLYWOOD.” FINAL SCREENINGS TO-DAY. There have been few more popular combinations than the veteran comedians Charles Murray and George Sidney, who since they were first teamed as “Cohen and Kelly” have been looked upon as the ideal Jew and Irishman. They have provided fun in their own home quarters, in Scotland, in Paris, in Africa to the huge enjoyment of audiences the world over and now they have invaded Hollywood. In their latest picture, “The Cohens and Kellys in Hollywood,” which is to be shown for the last time at the Regent to-day, matinee and night, the fun waxes fast and furious, and from first to last it is screaming farce and clever burlesque. The stars romp and laugh their way through the most diverting series of pranks and nonsensical situations in such a manner that it is impossible not to be genuinely amused at their antics. The Kelly family, in this story, looks like making a name for themselves at Hollywood, thanks to the good fortune of the daughter of the house, and when the Cohens arrive, and find themselves in duty bound to outdo the Kellys, the fun begins. The tale is ludicrous in the extreme, but excellently told. Audiences will be especially interested in the Hollywood shots. The supporting programme includes a Lloyd Hamilton comedy “An Apple a Day,” a Cartoon and Universal News reels. “ARROWSMITH.” RONALD COLMAN AND HELEN HAYES. THE REGENT TO-MORROW. One of the classics of modern literature has become one of the classics of the screen in “Arrowsmith,” Samuel Goldwyn’s production of the famous novel by Sinclair Lewis, which is to open at the Regent to-morrow. It has reality, tension, splendid acting, a gripping sweep of emotions, and a new type of role for Ronald Colman to make it one of the film events of the year. It is easy to see that Colman’s performance of the young hero, Dr Martin Arrowsmith, has as much to do with the success of the picture as the brilliant story that made the book a best-seller. Without a single false step, never losing the personal appeal which has made him such an eminent figure on the screen, be builds Arrowsmith up into a complete character who will live a long time in the memory of picture fans. It should rank with his performances in “Beau Geste” and “Bulldog Drummond.” In addition “Arrowsmith” gives the world of movie-goers another opportunity to see Helen Hayes, whose emotional powers made her first picture “The Sin of Madelon Claudet” such a triumph. Here this great American actress has another role exactly suited for her, that of the little nurse who marries Dr Arrowsmith and stands by him in the face of disappointment and death. This picture confirms the hope that she would become one of the most appealing and brilliant heroines in pictures. The rest of the cast matches the principal characters in brilliance. Richard Bennet in particular, as the plaguefighting veteran, stand out; and Myrna Loy, A. E. Anson, Alec B. Francis, and Florence Britain are not far behind. The story sweeps from the Dakota wheat country to New York and then down to a tiny island in the West Indies where Arrowsmith and his wife go to fight the Black Death that is threatening the whole civilized world. Quiet heroism, devotion, comedy, mingle in it in faithful transcription of the book. It would be worth seeing for Colman’s performance alone. As it is, with its gripping, human story and perfect casting, it is making screen history. THE MAJESTIC. “SOCIETY GIRL.” A PICTURE OF TO-DAY. Sidney Lanfield, the director of “Society Girl,” which is enjoying a successful season at the Majestic, is a showman by inclination, training and profession, and the picture bears the stamp of his work. It deals with one of the problems of to-day, a problem that never fails to interest audiences. With some people, love means marriage, with others it does not, and it is around this problem that Lanfield has woven an attractive, yet virile story. There is a boxer who falls in love with a society heiress, who merely takes his love as something out of the ordinary, and there are his friends with whom he quarrels. They are all characters in the story, a story that reflects life as it is to-day, and for that reason carries with it conviction. The story is that Judy Gelett (Peggy Shannon), a bored society heiress, stages a boxing exhibition at her country estate. She becomes interested in Fighting Johnny Malone (James Dunn) when he scorns her congratulations. Against the warnings of Tom Warburton (Walter Bryon), and the wishes of Briscoe (Spencer Tracy), Dunn’s manager, Judy begins to visit Malone’s training quarters. She is attracted by his physical aliveness; he is flattered to think a girl of Judy’s high breeding would pay any attention to him. Their romance is soon in full swing, and it is then that the interesting developments begin to take place. As usual, there is an attractive supporting programme. SPECIAL MATINEE. MAJESTIC SATURDAY. Two splendid attractions will be provided for Saturday’s matinee at the Majestic when the management will screen two complete western attractions. The popular George O’Brien in “Mystery Ranch” is an outstanding outdoor feature. Buck Jones in “One Man Law” and “Detective Lloyd of Scotland Yard” will also be shown. THEATRE ROYAL, WINTON. DOUBLE STAR PROGRAMME. Starring at the Theatre Royal, Winton,. to-night and to-morrow at the matinee and at night is the great outdoor picture “The Cisco Kid” starring Warner Baxter. It is a picture of adventure, romance, music and song and should appeal to all patrons. The other feature is the British comedy “If I Were King” and is said to be one of England’s best comedy hits.

EMPIRE PICTURES, RIVERTON. t “THE SPIDER.” An exciting adventure running the gamut of mystery thrills will be unfolded on the screen on Friday and Saturday at the Empire Pictures, Riverton. Students of the newer modes in mystery fiction—whether of the stage, screen or in literature—will find ever element dear to their hearts in this elaborate Fox production. A murder is committed in the audience during a magician’s presentation of his programme and police officials and detectives crowd the stage. All exits are guarded and every member of the audience is under technical arrest while police attempt to solve the mystery. The unravelling of the puzzle by means of a spiritualistic seance and other wonderful magical wonders provide a

thrilling close-up of criminology never before presented on the screen. REGENT THEATRE, GORE. “SWEEPSTAKES.” Romance, thrills, laughs and pathos all figure in “Sweepstakes,” the R.K.O. Pathe picture starring Eddie Quillan, which will be the principal attraction of the programme to be screened at the Regent Theatre, Gore, on Saturday evening. The production presents one of the greatest races ever seen on the screen and photographed at the famous Mexican racing resort Agua Caliente. This, however, is only one of the many thrilling incidents which the story contains and a great entertainment is promised. The second programme feature is the Paramount picture “Wayward,” a particularly interesting romance in which Nahcy Carroll, Richard Arlen and Pauline Frederick have the principal roles. VARIETY ENTERTAINMENT. FINAL FOR THE SEASON. The final variety entertainment before commencing a tour of the country districts will be given by the Relief Workers’ Association in the Civic Theatre on Monday evening next at 7.45. No pains have been spared ta make this entertainment the finest of the series and among other attractions on the programme will be a special half-hour entertainment by prominent members of the Orphans’ Club. This party comprise the pick of the vocalists in the city and includes Messrs Kummert, S. Wootton, Trim Frank Johnson, Rewi Kingsland and Mr Clark. The accompaniments will ba in the hands of Mr Gordon Lindsay. Besides other popular artists a novelty number will be given by Mr Sutton, a well-known exponent of the Japanese one string fiddle. Other outstanding items will be announced to-morrow and as the proceeds are in aid of the Mayor’s Relief Fund and the prices charged for admission are 1/- stalls and circle, gallery 6d, a packed house should result. Seats may now be booked at the Bristol (no booking fee).