MAJESTIC

Sun (Auckland), Volume III, Issue 713, 12 July 1929, Page 15

MAJESTIC

“THE COHENS AND KELLYS” The screen adaptation of ‘The Cohens and Kellys” adheres closely to the original of Aaron Hoffman’s famous stage play, "Two Blocks Away.” None of the delectable humour of the play has been Inst in TTnivAPsnl’s film version, which commences its Auckland season at the Majesth Theatre this evening. The plot has been preserved and the choices' lines of the pla: have been incorporated on to the screen in the form of sub-titles. Furthermore, the - could never be equalled on the stage. With an all-star cast, the picture features Charlie Murray, the father of all comedians, who started in the movies 16 years ago; George Sidney, an actor of unusual ability, and a lifetime of experience; and Vera Gordon, who has been on the stage since she was 12. Kate Price, another veteran, has an important role. With this cast, and a gripping story, Harry Pollard, the director, has turned out one of the big hits of the year. Much praise is due to Pollard for the adaptation which he did himself. The romantic interest in the story is contributed by Jason Kobards and Olivo Hasbrouck, about whose love affairs the action revolves. They seem perfectly cast. Another incident to the play’s action is the sudden inheritance of a million dollars by the Jewish family. Nat Carr, noted as a clever comedian, shows his versatility by playing the role of villain. Two boy actors who should be a sensation as a result of their work in “The Cohens and Kellys” are Bobby Gordon and Mickey Bennett. Enjoyable supporting items will also be presented this evening. The chief attraction will probably be the colourful stage presentation arranged by Miss Cecil Hall. The shorter films include a comedy, an Eve’s Review, and a Majestic Magazine. The Majestic Orchestra, under the conductorship of Mr. Whiteford Waugh, will play the following musical selections: —Selection of Irish melodies. ‘‘The Shamrock”; "Three Irish Pictures” (Ansell), "Rosie O’Grady,” "Annie Rooney,” "Three Hebrew Melodies” (Rimsky Korsakov), "Out of the Hawn” (Walter Donaldson’s latest fox-trot), “When Irish Eyes Are Smiling,” selections from “The Lily of Killarney,” "Londonderry Air,” "The Emerald Isle” (Langey), selection from "Eileen,” and "My Old Man” (latest waltz). PUCCINI MUSICAL SOCIETY The second grand concert by the Puccini Musical Society will be held in the Town Hall concert chamber on Tuesday next. Details will be advertised later. The present indications are that Marie Prevost is about to say goodbye to Hollywood for a while, and go to England to make a picture or two. From London town comes word that E. A. Dupont is anxious to make a production with Miss Prevost for British International, whose product is released in New Zealand by Cinema Art Films. The contract will be signed, it is said, as soon as Dupont finds a suitable story.