Exhibitors Herald (Jun-Dec 1917)

X H B O R H R D her husband to know of Emily's escapade, tells him that Emily is staying with her aunt, who has the mumps. Trotters is told of the story and in order to make it good plans to take Emily to her aunt's home. They stop at a hotel for luncheon, Emily has her dog hidden and then tells Trotters it is lost. She will not leave the hotel until it is found. Julia, the fiancee of Trotters, decides to visit the sick aunt. She is accompanied by Threadgold, a nervous little body in love with Emily. Their machine breaks down and they are forced to stop at the inn at which Trotters and Emily are staying. Aunt Geraldine follows and they are all arrested for abducting Emily, but through the efforts of Lethbridge all are released. Julia marries Threadgold and in order to avoid a scandal Emily has to marry Trotters, not that either objects. reason Sutton sails away leaving Logan on shore alone. He meets Smith and tells him the tale. Smith and Logan search the islands for a trace of the man. A storm arises and Violet, aboard a yacht, is tossed up on the island occupied by Smith Sutton also conies ashore in a boat. Thirst for revenge seizes Smith and he attacks Sutton. The fight results in Sutton's death. Violet nurses Smith back to health and sanity. Madge Evans in "THE ADVENTURES OF CAROL" World child-drama; five parts; published November 12 As a whole Entertaining Story Pretty Star Unusually brilliant Support Ample . Settings Appropriate Photography Good An ideal production for young and old alike. A pretty story brings out the artistry of little Madge Evans, the talented child star. She will creep into the hearts of spectators because of her charm, unaffectedness, and her capability of registering the right expression at the right time and doing it with a polish that of which few can boast. On the whole, "The Adventures of Carol" should prove successful wherever run. The supporting cast includes George MacQuarrie, Rosina Henley, Kate Lester and Jack Drumier. The story: Carol, learning that her grandmother is ill, decides to pay her a visit, but gets lost, and, after escaping from a police station, where a kindly policeman had taken her, she falls into the hands of Beppo, an organ grinder. The organ grinder, seeing a way to make capital of what he believes to be Carol's desire for adventure, takes her to the South, where she dances for him. One day she wanders away from Beppo and arrives at the Fairfax plantation and because she so strongly resembles her daughter Mrs. Fairfax takes her in. Carol would like to go home to her mother, but she had promised her father, an army officer, never to tell her name or address, because he had impressed upon her that she must beware of spies. Mr. and Mrs. Fairfax have disagreed because Mr. Fairfax had disowned his daughter when she married against his wishes. They have not spoken for ten years, but a childish prank of Carol's breaks the silence. Carol has been traced to the Fairfax plantation and the arrival of Carol's mother and father brings a happy reconciliation between parents and daughter. William Farnum in "WHEN A MAN SEES RED" Fox drama; seven parts; published October 7 As a whole Well done Story Good Star Strong Support Capable Settings Appropriate Photography Fine Many things enter into making "When a Man Sees Red," which stands out as an excellent production. A good story, a star who does his work well, supported by a capable cast. The settings have been chosen with care and the photography is very good. Undoubtedly this Standard Fox production will find favor with the majority of picture patrons. Jewel Carmen in the role of The Painted Lady offers Mr. Farnum pleasing support and does good work. The other members of the cast are Lulu May Bower, Cora Drew, G. Raymond Nye, villain de luxe, Marc Robbins and A. Burt Wesner. Larry Evan's story, "The Painted Lady," is the foundation for this production. The direction is by Frank Lloyd. The story: After a long sea voyage, Larry Smith comes home to find his sister dead, the victim of some unknown person. Shortly after his mother dies of a broken heart and Larry sets sail with a determination to wreak vengeance on the murderer. Unknowingly he becomes a mate to Sutton, the man who ruined his sister. At a South Sea port, Smith meets Violet North, known as the painted lady. Smith falls in love with her and proposes, but she will not marry him because of her past, and the next day sets sail with the rest of her party. Logan, one of the "dogs" on Sutton's vessel, was a witness to Sutton's attack on the Smith girl and for this June Caprice in "MISS U. S. A." Fox patriotic drama; five parts; published November 4 As a whole Timely Story Patriotic Star •. Petite Support : Sufficient Settings Appropriate Photography Clear If in advertising this timely Fox production exhibitors will play upon the sympathies of patriotic audiences there is little doubt but what the S. R. O. sign will be hanging out at the beginning of each show. With the exception of about one reel, the entire play concerns patriotism and recruiting, handled in an enjoyable manner, making it an entertaining propaganda picture. June Caprice in the title role is petite and is offered good support by William Courtleigh, Jr., Frank Evans, Tom Burrough and Al Hall. The scenario is by Randolph C. Lewis and direction by Harry Hillarde. The story: At the death of his brother's wife, Gabriel Lenoir bribes the nurse to kill hte newborn infant. The nurse, having promised its mother to care for it, takes the bribe and with the baby goes to New York. After sixteen years she returns and tells Major Warfield, an uncle of June's her history and her whereabouts. The uncle adopts the girl and she makes her home with the major, where she meets Herbert Grayson, and the young folks fall in love. War is declared, and Herbert is sent to trace German spies. One clay June, learning of her sweetheart's appointment, decides to do some spy catching and gets into the home of Lenoir, where she finds wireless apparatus and other things which arouse her suspicions. Lenoir enters and endeavors to kill June, but her faithful collie races down the road and brings Grayson to the rescue of June. Lenoir is taken prisoner, and when the major tells of his taking the fortune to which June is heir his punishment is twofold. June and Herbert become engaged and as the picture closes Herbert and the boys are seen on their way to the front. Douglas Fairbanks in "REACHING FOR THE MOON" Artcraft comedy-drama; five parts; published November 19 As a whole Good Story Unusual Star Splendid Support Ample Settings : In keeping Photography „ Clear The Fairbanks' smile and other Fairbanksian specialties are all in "Reaching for the Moon." Undoubtedly this will prove just as likeable and popular as any of his previous pro ductions. The story is a little out of the ordinary for a Fair banks picture and provides good entertainment. Eileen Percy has a pleasing role and other members of the cast carry theii parts well. The story: Alexis Napoleon Caesar Brown learns that his mother is a great princess from the province of Vulgaria, but an outcast because she didn't marry royal blood. Alexis be lieves that if one concentrates on one thing long enough it wili come true. He is continually concentrating on the idea thai some day he will become the king of Vulgaria. He tells his ambitions to the girl of his dreams, who is termed "the patien listener." After one of his conferences with his patient sweet heart he goes home and dreams that he is king of Vul garia. On all sides his life is threatened by Bonis, who aspires to the throne. Arrangements are made for him to marry th< Princess Valentina, but after one glance at her he is ready t< run away. However, he is persuaded to remain and it be comes necessary for him to fight a duel with Boris, his rival Alexis, not knowing how to use a sword, puts up a poor figh and after a short struggle is sent flying down a steep precipice It grows steeper and steeper until finally Alexis awakens tc find himself falling out of bed. He is cured of his desire am is happy in a little home in Jersey, with "the patient listener' as Mrs. Alexis Napoleon Caesar Brown and a little two-year old to pass the time with. 26