THE CLASH OF TWO TEMPERAMENTS

Wanganui Chronicle, Volume LXXXIII, Issue 20150, 19 May 1928, Page 3 (Supplement)

THE CLASH OF TWO TEMPERAMENTS

“MARRIAGE'’ BROUGHT TO THE SCREEN. “Marriage,” the well-known story from the pen of H. G. Wells, has been brought to the screen by Fox Films. The screen version, which has been given the original title, will be shown at the New Grand Theatre to-night. The picture has been warmly received by audiences in other lands, and has proved one of the most powerful dramas of the year. Fox Films, in being the first motion picture concern to bring the works of the noted English author to the screen, made a happy choice when they selected “Marriage” for picti-ri-zation. For here is a story that pierces the mysteries of matrimony. A story that points out just why there is so much unhappiness among those who should* be happy. “Marriage,” in brief, tells the story of the clash of two entertainments. An idealistic young inventor marries a. verv materialistic young woman. Bui when financial difficulties arise, trouble looms. It is only after the wife arrives at the conclusion that unselfish love is a prime requisite to married life that the pair fin.l real happiness. The film drives home a great lesson without preaching. It’s the kind of a picture that is going to be of direct benefit to all those who are married and to all those who con.

plate marriage. Beautiful Virginia Valli plays the part of the materialistic, wife. She doos so in fine fashion, giving a sterling performance. Allan Durrant, a newcomer from Germ. ny. appears as the young inventor and supplies a capable portrayal. Others in the excellent cast inelr.de such favourites as Lawford Davidson. James Marcus and Gladvs McConnell.

R_* William Neill, the director, has taken advantage of the unique situations offered in the noted author’s story. More, he has supplied many of his own touches which have gone far in adding to the entertainment value of the picture.