BAER AND CARNERA.

Star (Christchurch), Volume LXVI, Issue 20363, 21 July 1934, Page 11

BAER AND CARNERA.

Heavy-weight Boxers in Film for Majestic.

The fact that Max Baer, of California, recently defeated Primo Carnera, the giant-like Italian boxer, in a bout for the world’s heavy-weight title should hold special significance for Majestic Theatre patrons. Baer is the hero of “ Every Woman’s Man,” which comes to the Majestic next Saturday. In this film the present champion fights a drawn match with the Italian. For realism and excitement the fight must rank as one of the best pieces of screen w’ork seen in a long time, for, in spite of its inconclusive result, it lacks nothing in authenticity, - and perhaps appears much more credible than any in which a distressed hero manages to gain a last-minute victory. Boxing enthusiasts will naturally find the picture greatly to their liking. It does not, however, depend on its pugilistic interest for its appeal. It has other attractions in plenty. A reasonably probable story, finished acting by a splendid cast and excellent direction suit the picture to a wide taste and make it a worth-while entertainment for the majority. Baer, appearing chiefly because of his prowess as a boxer and because he was regarded as Camera’s logical American challenger, displays a most acceptable talent as an actor. The supporting cast is headed by Myrna Loy who plays with her usual confidence and sincerity, and includes, in addition to Carnera, Jack Dempsey, as the fight promoter, Walter Huston as the down-at-heel trainer, and Otto Kruger. A Laurel and Hardy comedy, “ Their First Mistake,” Will head the special supporting programme.