"THE DRAGON."

Wanganui Chronicle, Volume LXI, Issue 16676, 8 July 1916, Page 6

"THE DRAGON."

AT EVERYBODY'S

"The Dragon" at Everybody's Theatre has caught on tremendously with the picture-goers of Wanganui. at every session there are large numbers waiting for th,o star subject to he screened. "The Dragon' is an interesting story, ingenious, swift-moving, and with plenty of excitement, with a plot that never relaxes its interest. From the moment when Masalia's father brings her from the convent, and in his artistic manner describes how ncr mother was lured away by the glamour of wealth, til] the final scene, "The Destruction of the Dragon," thrill follows thrill in quick succession. The production is lavishly staged. In the rashionable emporium setting, where ten thousand pounds worth of costumes are worn by professional mannikins, the audience is impressed with the power that wealth holds on a nation which makes the hoarding of money practically a religion. One of the most impressive scenes is when Massaha's mother discovers her daughter in the clutches of the Dragon, and fights tor her liberty. On Monday next at 2 p.m. "The Barrier of Prejudice,' 9

Vitagraph drama in .two-reels will be screened. The picture is described £s a big hitman story thr.t tugs at the heart strings. The supporting' bill will include "Mabel's Adventures," a Keystone film in a thousand feet of laugh-ter-filled episodes; " The Legend of xhe Poisoned Pool," a Lubin drama, unusual and powerful; "In Action .With the Canadian Troops," "Gertie's Joy Ride/ and the latest Topical Budget.