Picture Play Magazine (1937)

10 what the Fans Think for slie seemed to aj)pieci;ite our criticisms both favorable and adverse. It really makes no difl'erence whether she ix'rsonally autographed her pictures or not, the main fact was that each was personally addressed to the recipient, not rubber-stamped, and this attention further endeared her to her fan friends, for in so many other cases our best intentions in writing to others have been ignored completely or answered with a stereotyi)ed "Sincerely" on a photo of mediocre (juality such as is usually found in picture frames bought in five-andt en-cent stores. To Jean, friendly personality as well as a fine actress. Hail and Farewell. Earle T. Sojmerville. 28^2 Clinton Avenue, Albany, New York. Why Bother? I HAVEN'T written to "^Vl^at the Fans ■^ Think" in over ten years. Picture I'lay remains my favorite screen magazine. There are times when I heave a long sigh after reading some of the letters, and mutter, "Peace be with you — at any price!" I>ike all peacemakers, I shall probably get .several things thrown at me and several wound stripes, but why, oh, why is it that when Mrs. Browne, of North Carolina, sits down and pens a letter in which she announces tliat Robert Taylor is the best actor and handsomest man .she ever saw, Miss Smith of Pronxvillc, New York, becomes all hot and bothered and writes a stinging letter in which she does everything but call Mrs. Browne names and goes into a jKcan of praise for Errol Flynn? Airs. Browne said site thought Robert Paylor was wonderful — which was ]\Irs. Browne's own opinion; and Miss Smith reijrc^ents her opinion in stating that I*",rr(>l Flvim is her T^ream Prince. Argument is always interesting and stimulating ij it can be managed without animosity. Personally, I dislike the letters which attack the players. I really don't wonder that many fans spring to the defense of their favorites in such cases, and yet why be so bitter toward the stranger who has \^Titten the letter? So much bitterness creeps into letters that it's not only amazing, it's horrible! In a country where we can say anything we please I suppose if we choo.se to battle about movie players and with strangers on the subject, we may if we wi.sh. But when it's uncalled for, why do so? Why write in and say "I hate and despise and loathe a certain star"? Verb Hobart. 371 Wadsworth Avenue, New York City, New York. A Star in the Heavens. I AM disappointed that hardly any fan has written about my favorite actor, Errol Flynn. Or perhaps letters have been written and not published for some reason or other. I am inclined to believe the latter, for who doesn't like this superb actor? Errol Flynn is a grand, refreshing personality that makes all his pictures "tops." To me and his fans, he is a shining star in the heavens that represents everything that is to be enjoyed in life. Dauntless, adventurous, handsome, brave, and a character built from experience. A world rover, experienced in everything that a real man does. Who can forget the amiable INIr. Flynn of all his successes, especially "Charge of the Light Brigade." The performance of this Irish lad will remain crer as splendid. > Here's a hint for i)r()ducers. Why\ not star Errol Flynn in a dashing Tech ' nicolor role? That would he a grand movie. I should like to see him cast witli Maureen O'Sullivan. What a grand team! A Flynn Fax. Boston, Massachusetts. Not Better Than Nelson Eddy. I AM not in the habit of writing fan *■ letters, but I could not help giving my opinion when I read something written by "One Loyal Fan." About the most untrue thing I have ever read is this: "All of Jeanette MacDonald's leading men become merely part of the background. She's never played with a male equal." Miss MacDonakl's most frequent leading man is Nelson Eddy and if you do not think he is equal to, let alone far surpassing, Jeanette, then the whole world must be wrong — and you are right! If you ever heard Miss MacDonald sing over the radio you would knou that she is no great singer, ignoring the fact that she is ready for Metropolitan, so many insist. True, .she may not have a voice for radio and it may sound harsh and unnatural, but is that any reason why she should sing off-key, miss the high notes, and waver when she should not? I do not especially dislike Jeanette. On the contrary, I think .she is a fine actress, and nice-looking, but I have never heard one person rate her higher than Nelson Eddy. I enjoy her teamed with Mr. Eddy, and as long as the studio can fix her voice, by having her sing the song many limes and choosing the best parts from each, I will continue to enjoy her. Never, however, will I recognize her as being better in any way tlian Nelson Eddy. She is merely a backgi'ound. .\n Eddy Fax. 3620 Lincoln Boulevard, Omaha, Nebraska. immortal Garbo. MY .sympathy to "One Loyal Fan" who made that nasty crack about ietrich and the screen's great actress vrbo being dead. After eleven years xperience you still can't .sen.se great icting! No doubt you saw the soulrring and tragic beauty of "Camille" d are still laboring under the haunting ath scene. Oh, no, .slie isn't dead, but cry much alive and will be long after he breath lias left her body. It would be a splendid idea if you Ifappointed executioners would lay ur hatchets aside and with us who ve come to love this great star as she faults and all, thank God for the ivilege of being able to sit in the dience and marvel and thrill with one lo is destined for immortality. I would also like to remind E. T. C. lo was so concerned about Robert lylor's health as Annand, that love is II the greatest force in life and no rm is deadly enough to prevent two ople who are really in ]o\e from kiss'X each other. As for Garbo being fit for a .sani> rium, please remember that there are uiy who would consider them.soKes vored to be under the same roof with r. But wh\ worrv o\Tr trifles? There