PLAZA THEATRE

Wanganui Chronicle, Volume 76, Issue 115, 18 May 1933, Page 12

PLAZA THEATRE

“THE MAN THEY COULDN'T ARREST.” A machine that could locate an intercept conversation regarding valuables, detect and mercilessly destroy any liv ing object—in the hands of a criminal —a maniac, a “Man The*’ Couldn’t Arrest.”—These are sufficient ingredients for a first-class mystery story of “The Man They Couldn’t Arrest,” the Gainsborough picture which British Dominions Filins are presenting to-day at the Plaza Theatre. Adapted from “Seamark's” celebrated thriller of the same name, this picture has been brought to the screen replete with every spinechilling episode that made the novel as popular as it is. Where one has to be satisfied with the inanimate thrills of the printed word, the all-seeing and hearing camera has added not only animation, but zest and punch which tends to make the mystery even more convincing. Hugh Wakefield, celebrated British star who has risen to fame and renown on account of the many outstanding interpretations he has given in British Films, was chosen for the stellar part, while Gordon Harker, one of the greatest character actors in the world, is given an outstanding part in which opportunity has been given to him to display the undoubted dramatic acting qualities he possesses. Renee Clama also a firm film favourite, is cast in the only feminine role in the film. Representing a dark type of English beauty, Miss Clama is certainly one of the most attractive screen stars seen for a long time. There is intrigue, romance and mystery in this production, capped by one of the most startling denouements made in film history. The plot is logical and works out in a thoroughly satisfactory conclusive manner.