Judith (Paramount Pictures) (1966)

Still #JU-102 Mat 1D INTRIGUE is merely one of the dramatic elements supplied by beautiful Sophia Loren starring with Jack Hawkins and Peter Finch in the Kurt Unger production of “Judith,” a Paramount Picture in Technicolor and Panavision opening ...... at the:..¢ i208 eatre. Filming of “Judith” Causes Air Force Alert Israeli Air Force planes buzzed three low-flying aircraft bearing Syrian markings and heading along the Israeli coast between the cities of Haifa and Nahariya. It was not until the Israelis had closed right in upon the intruders and crowds of anxious people had gathered in the streets ef the two towns to watch the interception that the Israelis realized that the ‘“‘intruders” were none other than ancient Israeli Air Force planes loaned to the Kurt Unger production of “Judith,” a Paramount release in Technicolor and Panavision opening”... 5 aes atuches 3. 2.6. Theatre. The planes were used for the war sequences of the film after they were transformed in Syrian “attackers” for a sequence in which stars Sophia Loren and Peter Finch lead their fellow kibbutziks in a defense of their home in the face of a brutal attack on the kibbutz. “Judith,” also starring Jack Hawkins, was directed by Daniel Mann from a screenplay based on a story by Lawrence Durrell. Still #JU-9 Mat iE A GLIMMER OF HOPE — Caught in the violent web of internal revolt and _ turmoil, Sophia Loren as Judith and Peter Finch as Aaron struggle for survival in Kurt Unger’s dramatic production of ‘“Judith.”” Filmed in’ Technicoler and Panavision, the Paramount Picture opens ...... at the BA Sd Theatre. “Judith” Starring Role Perfect Fit for Jack Hawkins’ Talents The military uniform has again been tailored to perfection for Jack Hawkins’ rugged frame and commanding artistry for his starring role opposite Sophia Loren and Peter Finch in the romantic adventure, “Judith,” a Kurt Unger Production for Paramount Pictures release, which opens ...... at the een oie Theatre. Hawkins, whose rich talents enable him to develop a characterization far beyond the stereotype of an Army man, is a familiar sight in battle dress to film audiences. Rarely, however, has his versatility been so dramatically displayed as it is in the new Technicolor-Panavision production directed by Daniel Mann. The distinguished actor portrays Major Lawton, a British officer in charge of an explosive border area in Israel at the time of the nation’s first days of independence. The Major is a key figure in the fascinating Judith’s life, for he holds the information she needs to track down the man responsible for her tragic past, which has molded her into a woman obsessed with revenge. Hawkins has skillfully fashioned a man of strength and compassion, yet full of the subtle contradictions necessary to a fully developed character. No stiff-upper-lipped militarist, his Major is a unique officer whose actions in crisis are guided by decency and humanism. Portraits of the military here have recurred periodically during Hawkins’ lengthy career, beginning at the age of nineteen, when he was featured with Laurence Olivier in “Beau Geste” at His Majesty’s Theatre, London. He made his American stage debut in “Journey’s End.” Among the major films in which he has been seen in uniform are “The Malta Story,” “The Cruel Sea,” “The Two-Headed Spy,” “Bridge on the River Kwai,” and “Lawrence of Arabia,” in which he appeared as Gen. Sir Edmund Allenby. His own, off-screen wartime experience began with the Royal Welsh Fusiliers during World War II. He later served with a special services unit, in charge of entertainment for British troops in India and Southeast Asia. It was during this period that he first met director Mann, who was with U. S. infantry special services. After staging an army show together, Mann _ predicted that some day he and Hawkins would work together again, a prediction which first came true with “Five Finger Exercise.” Hawkins actually started in the London theatre as a child actor and simply never stopped working. A rugged six-feet one-inch in height with broad shoulders, warm brown eyes and splendidly thick, dark brown, wavy hair, the celebrated performer was always convinced that he would never be a matinee idol. Yet, he has become a favorite of both sexes—the suave embodiment of dynamic appeal to women, and a symbol of quiet strength and intelligence to men. Married to actress Doreen Lawrence, with whom he has three children, Hawkins’ private life is precious to him, and he and his family live quietly in suburban London. He claims to have conquered a fierce temper, though no trace of it remains in his daily dealings with associates—he is known as an unfailingly calm and courteous fellow, radiating good humor and kindly interest in others. “Judith,” filmed on location in Israel, was written for the screen by John Michael Haves from a novella by Lawrence Durrell, and features Hans Verner in its outstanding cast. A powerful story which has its roots in the chaos of World War II and its culmination in the conflict of the contemporary world, “Judith” is a gripping drama of love and human compassion. Filming on location gives the film a unique and devastating realism that helps spotlight the intensity and talents that went into making this motion picture of high quality. SPECIAL PUBLICITY LAYOUTS Mat 3A Still #JU/Spec/1 SOPHIA AS “JUDITH”—HER MANY, MANY MOODS—Beautiful and extremely-talented Sophia Loren stars with Jack Hawkins and Peter Finch in the powerful and dramatic Kurt Unger production of “Judith,” a Paramount Picture in Technicolor and Panavision opening ........... at the eRe ERE EAN Theatre. The story deals with the passion of one wronged woman in her attempt to avenge her years of tragedy. Produced by Kurt Unger, “Judith”? was directed by Daniel Mann. Still #JU-20A, 10 THE PASSION OF A WOMAN’S DESIRE FOR REVENGE—Jack Hawkins and Peter Finch star with Sophia Loren in the dramatic and tense Kurt Unger production of “Judith,” a Paramount Picture in Technicolor and Panavision opening ........... AEE sc tseyete en Theatre. Set in a country torn by strife, “Judith” was directed by Daniel Mann from a screenplay by John Michael Hayes which was based on a story by Lawrence Durrell. 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