The Film Daily (1924)

THE 10 s^ES DAILY Tuesday, November 11, 1< Newspaper Opinions "Tess of the D'UrberviUees"— MetroGold. — Stanton, Philadelphia BULLETIN — Although lacking the power and beauty of the finish of Thomas Hardy'i famous story, the picturization of "Tess of the D'Urbervilles," * * * nevertheless is an excellent photoplay and a credit to the dietorial skill of Marshall Neilan. INQUIRER — With all the power and beauty and appeal of the original story retained, however, it stands out as one of the greatest photoplays seen here this year. NORTH AMERICAN— In compensation for the weakness of the story, which, without the artist touch of Hardy, it must be confessed, shows up rather threadbare, we have superb acting on the part of Blanche Sweet, as Tess, such as is not often vouchsafed movie reviewers. PUBLIC LEDGER— (Morning)— * * • « disappointment. And it is a disappointment almost entirely because the ending so far falls short of the excellence of the production as a whole. PUBLIC LEDGER (Evening)—' • • comes to the screen in such a form tliat one could not blame Mr. Hardv if he did not know it was intended to be tlie picturi/ation of his o.vn creation. • • • Blanche Sweet does some excellent emotional work. • • * RECORD — The picture has been photographed with feeling for the charm of the countryside, but there is very little Wessex folk atmosphere and the Victorian background of the book is lacking. Modernity pervades the film. • " • "The Thief of Bagdad"— United Art. Davidson, Milwaukee LEADER—* * * Whether you are inclined toward the intime, artistic combination of colors and groups, or the spectacular massing of human flesh and outward splendor — The Thief of Bagdad will steal your affections. "This Woman" — Warners Randolph, Chicago TRIBUNE — Photography and direction are fair enough to make "This Woman" a good sample of the decidedly romantic typ« of picture. California, San Francisco (Week Ending Nov. 1) BULLETIN — * • * It is the convincing interpretation given by this actress (Irene Rich) that makes a good picture out of what would ordinarily have been a mediocre production. In every scene she carries the burden of the story and at times rises to emotional heights which come as a surprise. • • • CALL AND POST—* * * Irene Rich, in the leading role, is too tearful and miserable from start to finish to be as agreeable as usual to her admirers. * • * CHRONICLE—* * • Phil Rosen has done a fine piece of work in the direction. • * • DAILY NEWS—* * * makes an interesting film because of its excellent acting and the consistent interest with which the story is told. • • * "Three Women" — Warners Stanley, Philadelphia BULLETIN — As a laboratory experiment to show what can be achieved with next to no plot and an excellent cast, "Three Women" * * • is interesting. Pauline Frederick is by far the outstanding figure of the piece. Her acting is superb. May McAvoy and Marie Prevost just fall short ef equaling her excellence. INQUIRER— It is a strong drama, if you prefer this sort of a play. Lubitsch, a man of fine dramatic imagination, has directed this production splendidly. NORTH AMERICAN—* * * proves to be about the most satisfying production viewed in this city since "The Woman of Paris." * * " Her (Pauline Frederick) acting is so superior that one forgets the shabby, tottering story of the * * * villain. * * * A word must be said about the directing •f Lubitsch, which exhibits those subtle touches or which the name has become synonymous PUBLIC LEDGER (Morning)— Ernst Lubitsch demonstrates his rare ability to transfer to the screen the frailities and foibles of society. He is at his best when he directs big scenes, and he has ample opportunity in this picture, which opens with a charity carnival. PUBLIC LEDGER (Evening)—* " * climaxes in perfectly asinine murder and a perfectly colorless murder trial, * • • RECORD — This production was directed by Ernst Lubitsch, who has several film hits to his credit and, while not on such a large scale as some of his others still shows the skilled directorial hand. "Tiger Thompson"— Prod. Dist. Corp. Moon, Omaha BEE — There are plenty of thrills in Harry Carey's new picture, * * * but it also contains a human appeal. "Welcome Stranger"— Prod. Dist. Corp. — Gifts, Cincinnati POST — Humor aftd pathos in every scene make this a good film story. "White Shadows"— Selznick Victoria, Rochester HERALD—* * * In her interpretation ol the two characters Miss Compson goes from one extreme to the other, giving a splendid portrayal of Georgia Brent • * » gentle, sympathetic and loveable, and an equally splendid characterization of her twin sister, Nancy, who leans to selfishness and impulsiveness. * * * Samuel Davidson Dead Fort Worth, Tex. — Samuel Davidson, wealthy real estate owner, has passed away at his home here. Kansas City — Samuel Davidso* owns much property in this city, part of which included the Garden theater, the Film Exchange Bldg., and other extensive interests. Plans 10,000 Seat House Davenport, la. — A movement is afoot, headed by Dr. B. J. Palmer, of the Palmer Davenport School of Chiropractors, to erect a theater to seat 10,000 and cost $500,000. The proposed house will show pictures, road shows, lectures and conventions. Famous Plans Exchange Building Atlanta — Famous Players will occupy a new two story exchange building, which will be immediately placec* in construction. The site is at the corner of Bartow and Walton Sts. The building will be completed in about four months. Samuel Suckno Operated Samuel Suckno, of the Regent and Albany, Albany, who was taken suddenly ill in New York last week, waF operated upon at the Mount Sinai hospital there. The operation was not of a serious nature. Garrick to Continue (Special to THE FILM DAILY) Winnipeg — The Capital Trust Corp. has offered the Paulton, 40? Queen St. East, for lease on a three year basis, starting immediately. The Paulton seats 800. Dix's Next Being Adapted Gerald Duffy is adapting "The Maker of Gestures," the next Richard Dix picture.^ Paul Sloane will direct, production to start the latter part of the month. Interocean Closes Foreign Deal B. H. Shoninger, of Inter-Ocean, has sold the Columbia, Perfection and Banner Productions for Brazil. "Janice" in for Long Run Los Angeles — "Janice Meredith" has been moved from the California, where it played a week to Miller's for an indefinite run. Eastern Theaters in Better Fix (Special to THE FILM DAILY) Toronto — The annual general meeting of Eastern Theaters, Ltd., a subsidiary of Famous Players, was held recently. Operating expenses have been reduced during the year, while earnings were better, according to the statement of J. P. Bickell, president. He announced that bank loans amounting to $100,000 had been paid off. The board of directors was reelected, the members including: J. P. Bickell, J. B. Tudhope, W. J. Sheppard, N L. Nathanson, Alfred Rogers, D. L. White and F. E. Maulson. Toronto Theater Sold (Special to THE FILM DAILY) Toronto, Ont. — The sale of the Princess has been made by the Capital Paper Stock Co., to A. H. CopIan, who has been the proprietor for several years. The Princess, 160 Rideua St., was erected in 1914 by Isadore Sugarman and A. L. Florence, who later turned it over to the paper company. The building, which was sold for $45,000, holds 500. Harry Dahn Honored (Special to THE FILM DAILY) Montreal — Harry S. Dahn, manager of the Capitol, controlled by Famous, was accorded a farewell midnight dinner recently, when the staff turned out to wish him bon voyage to Toronto where he will manage the Hippodrome and Regent for Famous, and assist Jack Arthur. Dahn was presented with a handsome gold watch. New Missouri Theater Firm (Special to THE FILM DAILY) Jefferson City, Mo. — V. M. Johnson, of Bonne Terre, has incorporated the Bonne Terre Amusement Co., with a capitalization of $12,000, to operate a theater in that city. New Theater for Seattle (Special to THE FILM DAILY) Seattle — L. R. Stradley is building a Community theater on Queen Anne Hill. It will seat 750 and will be ready the first of the year. Epidemic Closes Another House (Special to THE FILM DAILY) Marshall, 111. — Due to an epidemic of smallpox in the city, the Pythian has closed. Back With Century Hollywood — After an absence of several months, Charles Lamont, director, and Harry McCoy, have returned to Century. Guts And Flashes Ricordo Films, Inc., has enga Lou Marks and Arnold Han.' Marks will co-star with Al Joy a series of "Joy-Marks" corned Hansen will handle technical deti The Paramount foreign departn has published the first issue of "M Eiijero Paramount" (Paramount i/. Ecnger), which will circulate in Spanish speaking countries. i Burton King has completed "P things of Desire." Ben Silvey assis him in the direction and Cha Davis and Edward Paul did the ci era work. The Harris Amusement Co., Pennsylvania corporation, with h« quarters in Pittsburgh, has increa its capital from $50,000 to $60,000 Sidney Olcott has engaged Loi Mackintosh and Beatrice Cains 'Salome of the Tenements," wl lie is now making at Paramount. The Universal Theaters Concess Co., an Illinois corporation, has cfeased its capital from $1,000,000 $4,000,000. A Universal current release is newest William Desmond product. "The Sunset Trail." Ernst Laem: directed. The Dictascope Picture Corp., New York, has changed its name the Lauste Photoscope Corp. The Broadway Theater Co., of ( cf;go, has increased its capital ft $500,000 to $1,000,000. Frank Zucker has completed ph< graphing Benny Leonard in the "I ing Fists" series. Nelly Savage has joined the cas i "The Swan," being directed by Di tri Buchowetzki. The first print of the new Prefer < picture, "White Man," has been ceived. 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