"THE CITY OF SONG."

Wairarapa Daily Times, 11 March 1932, Page 3

"THE CITY OF SONG."

AT THE COSY WEDNESDAY NEXT

The fact that it ranks side by side with' the greatest screen masterpieces of ali time is our excuse ror devoting this space- to a few words about “Ciry of bong'.” 1 1 is the uu.. ii.ug achieve - ment er Britmu i iciure Art. The story moves uirougn a wealth of

na't-Oiiui .-e lwan-m v.U fascinate

and ciiU-iu yo-. A..p.es, The isle of Capri and the ruins of Pompeii lend their far-famed splendours to enrich the story. Where there are indoor scenes, ewch as the Albert Hall, London, actual environs are shown.

• • citv of bong” brings to the scieen Jan Kiepura', the renowned Viennese tenor, acclaimed by critics as the possessor of the- golden voice of the century and the natural successor to Caruso. The magic of his speech and acting is no less thrilling than the golden notes of his lyrical voice- a voice that awakens responsible echoes. Betty Siockfield. who was born in Australia, plays the lading feminine foil end her performance is filled with inspiration. Her glorious diction and enchanting poise place her in the forefront of screen actresses and makes all deepiv conwioi.t' of the inlinitc beauties of the English language. “City of Song,” -combining as it does sparkling vP and humour, melody and romance, is undoubtedly the most artistic production of British motion picture art. The singing alone of Jan Kiepura is a revelation.