Reel and Slide (Jan-Sep 1919)

Record Details:

Title:
Reel and Slide
Date:
Jan-Sep 1919
Publisher:
[Chicago, Class publications, inc., etc.]
Volume:
Moving picture age
Leaf #:
00085
Language:
English
Subjects:
motion pictures, Motion pictures -- Periodicals
Collection:
Non-Theatrical Film and Early Cinema
Format:
Periodicals
Contributor:
Library of Congress, MBRS, Moving Image Section
Sponsor:
Library of Congress, Motion Picture, Broadcasting and Recorded Sound Division
Coordinator:
Media History Digital Library
Description:
Date Added:
December 21, 2023
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REEL and SLIDE 25 ABOUT THE BOOK AND PLAY "Little Women," Louisa M. Alcott's most famous story, was published in 1868. It immediately became a great success, and by 1918 more than 2,600,000 copies had been sold in every part of the world. It was translated into foreign languages and a special edition in raised type was printed for the blind. It is still one of the best sellers of the day, although published fifty years ago. It is one of the few books to be found in practically every library in the country. After eight years of negotiation with the Alcott family Jessie Bonsielle obtained the dramatic rights to the book. The play was written by Marian de Forest, of Buffalo, and was produced by William A. Brady, who directed the screen version for Art craft. It was presented on the stage for the first time by Mr. Brady at Wilkes-Barre, Pa., on January 20, 1912. "Little Women" then moved to Detroit and Chicago for engagements. characterizations, and an even tempo, this famous classic has been transferred to the screen. It is as a breath of spring — sweet and wholesome, and thoroughly delightful to every spectator. The work of the four actresses who portray the "Little Women" is admirable. Dorothy Bernard as Jo; Isabel Lamon as Meg; Lillian Hall as Beth, and Florence Flinn as Amy, are more than acceptable in their portrayals. Kate Lester is excellent as Marmee, and the Aunt March of Julia Hurley is most artistic. George Kelson as Mr. March is satisfactory.