“LIFE IN THE RAW.”

Star (Christchurch), Volume LXIV, Issue 852, 28 August 1933, Page 3

“LIFE IN THE RAW.”

George O’Brien Has Lead in Zane Grey Story. George O’Brien, the popular Western star, is featured in “ Life in the Raw,” the romantic drama which began at the Majestic Theatre to-day. The story concerns a young and attractive girl who fincfs herself among the more or less primitive elements of the western wastes. She no sooner arrives in this strange territory than she becomes the centre of attraction. Her obvious newness to her surroundings, and her need for protection are the agents that bring her and O’Brien together. In a series of adventures that involve a number of the most hair-rais-ing feats of riding yet filmed, O’Brien established his pre-eminence over the rest of her admirers. The performance of O’Brien in this story from the pen of Zane Grey established him as the premier portrayer of western roles. In “ Life in the Raw ” O'Brien has a new leading lady, and she proves herself entirely worthy of the hope that the Fox studio holds out for her. Claire Trevor makes her screen debut in this picture, and as the tenderfoot girl reveals the training of the legitimate stage that is part of her qualifications. The supporting cast includes Greta Nissen, Francis Ford, Warner Richmond, Gaylord Pendleton, Alan Pldwards and Nigel de Brulier. Every hoy and girl attending the. afternoon sessions this week will re- * reive a George O'Brien jig-saw puzzle. Professor Barnard will present “ The 1 r'hinese Death Box.” an amazing illuBox plans at The Bristol. I