Close Up (Oct 1920 - Aug 1923)

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Even the great artists of Europe were considered, but after they were all sifted down, the ideal player for the role was found right here at home. Mr. Tully and James Young, the director, agree that their patience and search have been amply rewarded in the signing of Mr. Carewe. This young actor needs no introduction to the picture-loving public. He came to this country at the age of ten years and was educated at Cushing Academy, Nashburnham, Mass., after which he studied painting and sculpture at the Corcoran School of Art in Washington. Soon thereafter he entered the American Academy of Dramatic Arts, graduating after two years’ hard work there when he won the Belasco gold medal as the best dramatic actor of his class. Doris Keene was in the academy at the same time and Jane Cowl was in his class. Mr. Carew had nine years’ experience on the stage before coming to pictures five years ago. When first in pictures he played with Constance Talmadge in “Romance and Arabella.” His work will be well remembered in “Refuge” with Katherine MacDonald, in the “Prodigal Judge,” “A Child of Destiny” and “Rio Grande,” and he will be seen in the title roll of “Daddy,” Jackie Coogan’s next release. “I have always been consumed with a keen desire to enact the role of Svengali,” said Carew. “It is such a striking part and one that calls for naturalness rather than acting. It seems to me that one must have loved in order to properly portray this character — otherwise, one could not be convincing, A MOVIE CAREER AND CLIMAX Claude McElhany Does a Short Story For Close-Up Mary Ann of Centerville was a talented actress — a bom actress without a doubt. The entire village was carried off their feet in ecstasy over her wonderful ability and cleverness in the dramatic art. It was finally decided that Centerville was altogether too small for Mary; that she must play to larger and greater audiences. She departed for Hollywood amid good wishes and tears. Her friends in Centerville anxiously waited the press agents stories of her greatness. Just the other day I happened into a studio and found Mary hard at work. Her whole dramatic body was moving in rhythm as the director shouted to her. She was calm and did not mind the shouting. I was surprised as well as impressed. Her actions stopped, the director looked over a few sheets of typewritten papers and departed without a word. As she turned around she noticed me for the first time. She was apparently glad to see me, and her pretty face was all smiles. As we chattered she handed me a card, which read: “Director’s Tpist. Room 301, Cinema Studio.” CAST IN “THE FOG” Louse Dresser, famous musical comedy and vaudeville comedienne, has ben added to the cast of “The Fog,” which Max Graf is producing at his San Mateo studios. With the engagement of Miss Dresser, the completed cast for this Metro release includes Mildred Harris, Cullen Landis, David Butler, Louise Fazenda, Ann May, Ralph Lewis, Frank Currier, Marjorie Prevost, Edward Phillips and Ethel Wales. and it would be easily seen that the characterization were far-fetched. “In consummating this contract with Mr. Tully,” continued Carew, “one of my fondest dreams will have been realized. An opportunity to portray this role opposite Miss Lafayette and James Young as the director will make me very happy.” “The Hero,” a B. P. Schulberg Production, directed by Louis Gasiner, featuring Gaston Glass. Adapted from the story by Gilbert Emery. Playing at Miller’s Theater. Reviewed by CLOSE-UP JUNIOR Louis Gasnier has again added another gem to his large crown of successes. “The Hero” has been named as the best picture of the month and that is saying a lot, for there have been some mighty good ones. Gaston Glass, as the hero, does some very marvelous acting and is truly a genius under the guiding hand of Mr. Gasnier. Barbara La Marr struts her exotic self through the picture cleverly and deserves a great deal of credit. Franklie Lee was wonderful. John Sainpolis’ work was fine and stood out splendidly. Doris Pawn should be mentioned in the list of the featured for she did some very good work and sparkled throughout the film. The story is intense, almost too much so for the comfort of the audience, and is strictly a series of situations dealing with heroes and heroines — of bravery and all the stuff that goes with it. Although the film is wonderful, it is a pity that Mr. Gasnier couldn’t have done the same thing on the spoken stage. That is where this story belongs. It isn’t too great for the movies, but it is just naturally a stage drama and that’s all there is to it. GERTRUDE STEVENS Comedy Ingenue