GRAND THEATRE.

Star (Christchurch), Issue 19816, 6 December 1919, Page 9

GRAND THEATRE.

MILDRED HARRIS CHAPLIN IN “FORBIDDEN.” Again the two famous women, Lois Weber and Mildred Harris Chaplin, producer and star, are combined in a fine six-reel Jewel production, “Forbidden,” to bo shown at the Grand Theatre next week. Mildred Harris is fast becoming one of the most popular actresses of the screen, and Lois Weber has reached tho pinnacle ns a director producer. ” Forbidden ” will be found altogether different to tl(o previous work of these two women, dealing with tho problems of a young married couple. Mildred Harris appears in the leading role| that of a country girl possessed with a desire to go to the city, A young man of good breeding , and fine looks drifts into the small town, and is enchanted with his appearance” and manners. A love affair results, and they are soon married. Then tho young husband learns for tho first time that his hrido has a longing for pity life while he has come to the country to get away from city ways. The theme is played upon in a , thoroughly natural way. Tho bride’s i runaway venture in Chinatown has beep admirably pictured, and there is i a little surprise at tho close when the identity of the mysterious Frenchman is disclosed. Ijfow York’s famous Chinatown and cabarets are displayed through the action of this drama, and it is reported that the young star wears | -some very beautiful gowns charmingly. 1 Another attraction will bo the further ; adventures of the notorious bushranger : “Stingareo.” while the supporting ' films are also well chosen, there being a very humorous Christie comedv and ’ an interesting Topical Gazette. Special ’ and appropriate musical selections will further enhance tho enjoyment of 1 patrons.