MUNICIPAL THEATRE

Waipukurau Press, Volume XXVIII, Issue 116, 11 May 1932, Page 8

MUNICIPAL THEATRE

<£„ — “THE DEVIL TO PAY” FRIDAY' AND SATURDAY MATINEE SATURDAY 2.30 An utterly charming, wholly delightful entertainment is to bo presented at the Municipal Theatre this week when that screen aristocrat, the English actor, Ronald Colman, appeal’s in United Artist’s latest production -‘The Devil to Fay.’’ This is Frederick Lonsdale’s first direct, contribution to the screen written specially for his friend, Ronnie. Lonsdale is well known as the author of “The Last of Mrs Cheyney, ” “On Approval’’ and other delightful comedies but these were written direct for the stage and subsequently adapted for the screen. “The Devil to Pay.’’ is briskIv paced, suavely directed, admirably enacted, the Frederick Lonsdale vehicle is all that may be asked in metropolitan film fare. It is a triumph for all associated with it, and may be held up to all traducers of the cinema as a superb example of how a photo-play may eclipse most stage vehicles of this or any season —and hold its own with the smartest, hits in the theatre. The story concerns the whimsical younger son of a British nobleman —one of those ever-so attractive black sheep who are perfectly useless social ornaments, serving no purpose in life, save perhaps to keep all with whom they come in contact interested, amused, indignant by turns. It isn’t the story that makes the picture so much as it is the manner in which it is told, and the very pleasing way in which each character is portrayed. There are a dozen touches in both story and direction that make a seasoned movie-goer wish to stand up and cheer. And, indeed, that is almost what the audience does upon several occasions. One of the best bits depicts the home-coming crowd on a British Derby day. Those who have witnessed the event and know that the race itself is the least of the national fiesta, must view these with glee. “The Devil to Pay’’ has proved everywhere an overwhelming success and unquestionably the most delightful film of the year. This is to be shown at the Waipukurau Theatre on Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. There will be a special matinee on Saturday at 2.30. Excellent supporting programme, including “Micky the Mouse.’’