Film and Stage News

Wairarapa Daily Times, 21 January 1932, Page 3

Film and Stage News

‘ ‘ABRAHAM LINCOLN. ’ ’

“Abraham Lincoln,” which commences a season of two days at the Regent Theatre on Thursday, January 28th, must be regarded as one of the finest releases of the year. D. W. Griffith shows his genius in his latest production, and the result is a masterpiece of screen fare. A large cast of chosen artists, headed by Walter Huston, as the famous statesman, Abraham Lincoln, brings this powerful life history to the screen with all its sorrows and joys and finally assassination. . . From childhood days until the dark years of the Civil War, the life of steady endeavour is sincerely portrayed, and Lincoln’s determination “ that the Union must be preserved, at any cost,” kept him to his chosen task, much as he hated the horrors of civil war. It is truly a page torn from history, and a picture that should not be missed by anvone appreciative of really excellent dramatic fare.

“ONCE A GENTLEMAN.” James Cruze’s latest talkie proves to all the world that lie’s equally at home directing light, merry and sparkling comedies as he is handling stupendous dramatic productions as “The Covered Wagon ’’ and “Old Irons!des.” “Once a, Gentleman,” with Edward Everett Horton and Lois Wilson, which comes to the Cosy Theatre on Saturday, furnishes abundant entertainment for the entire family. A clever story, brimful of hilarious situations, smart, racy dialogue and a really superior cast, stamps

this latest Oruze offering as a joyous comedy, guaranteed to extract laughs wholesale from any audience.

“MY WIFE’S FAMILY.” One of tlic special Regent Theatre attractions commences on Saturday in the showing of England’s greatest comedy, “My Wife’s Family.” This fine picture created record business in the four centres, for pictures screened during the past year. This picture carries the special recommendation and guarantee of perfect entertainment. Intending patrons are advised to book as early as possible.