MAJESTIC THEATRE
“The Affairs of Martha.” which screens finally at the Majestic Theatre to-day. is satisfying demonstration of capable acting, skilled direction and clever material. Marsha Hunt and Richard Carlson are the stars. “The Firefly.” Jeanette MacDonald, Alan Jones and Warren Williams are the stars in "The firefly,” which screens at the Majestic Theatre to-morrow. The film is an impressive adaptation of Kudoli Friml’s memorable operetta, a powerful story of dramatic romance, as well as a vehicle for remarkable music. M.G.M. has gone the limit in its settings and in the artistry of presentation. Lavish scenes in the Hign Sierras and others made on 30 massive sets present the sweeping drama of old Spain in the period when Napoleon was defeated by Wellington at Vittoria. Seven thrilling musical numbers, five of them from the original Friml operetta, feature the picture. Two others were written by Friml especially for the film. Miss MacDonald dances beautifully and sings Loves and Runs Away,” and “When Loves and Runs away,” and “When a Maid Comes Knocking at Your Heart” in perfect voice. Allan Jones sings “A Woman’s Kiss” and “The Donkey’s Serenade.” and they sing in duet “Giannina Mia” and “Sympathy' with charming effect.
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Wanganui Chronicle, Volume 87, Issue 150, 28 June 1943, Page 3
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