HAROLD LLOYD LN “THE KID BROTHER”

Wanganui Chronicle, Volume 71, Issue 219, 15 September 1928, Page 15 (Supplement)

HAROLD LLOYD LN “THE KID BROTHER”

In an era of liroa.l slapstick comedy, Harold Lloyd again gives the public another legitimate comedy with a dramatic theme, on the order of his memorable Grandma’s Boy.” AS ith producers onec more resorting to the brand of comedv that was popular live years ago, Lloyd feels that the type of fun staving longest with theatregoers is the well-motivated, human. kind with a solid story foundation. The bespectacled, comedian has just completed “The Kid Brother,” which deals with a wholesome, everyday type of character. For his third Paramount release, which will be showing at the Municipal pictures this week. Lloyd selected a theme that allowed for a world of gags, but provides, m addition, a well-knit plot, as has been found in such great successes as Grandma s Bov,” “Safety Last,” “Girl Shy, “College Days” and others. The current slapstick vogue, in the belief of Llovd. is a natural reaction to a long period of heavy drama Lntertainment appeal runs in right now comedy appears to be all the Lloyd has always recognised the place of slapstick on the screen, but avoided it, believing that the public likes him best in the sympathetic type of characterisation which must be kept legitimate. Harold has established himself on a unique plane in the motion picture profession and in checking oyer the list, he’ll be found alone in his particular brand of comedy.