The Canadian Independent (Dec 15, 1937)

Dec. 15, 1937 Elmer Rice and Dorothy Parker, wrote “‘Close Harm ony.” At a dress rehearsal in Wilmington she sat next to Arthur Hopkins, the producer. The leading lady of the play was a trifle on the voluptuous side, and Mr. Hopkins turned to Miss Parker and asked, “Don’t you think that girl ought to wear a brassiere in this scene?” “God, no,” was the Parker reply, “‘you’ve got to have SOMETHING in the show that moves!” * ok A movie queen got engaged the other evening and in front of a _ party of friends, asked her fiance where he’d like to go for a honeymoon. He said, “Oh, I don’t care. Where do you usually go?” * * * And talking about a Hollwood actress, Buddy Clark said: “She has a model husband but now she wants a different model.” Bo * * It actually happened. Sam Goldwyn was asked by a friend for a letter of recommendation. “Sure,” shot back Sam, “I not only will give it to you, but I’ll put it in writing.” THe CANADIAN WE (SCUED FOR THE BENEFIT OF ‘WR DEPENDENT THEATRE OWNERS Reh Ra ey Pence eS UES) en SO DRE Saal Perhaps it’s an oldie, but it amused us when Ricardo Cortez told it. It’s about the little Hebe seated in a bus, next to a westerner. The stranger pulled a ham sandwich out of his pocket and offered the Hebe half of it. The little fella politely refused. A short time later, the westerner drew out his flask, and hospitably offered his seat companion aswig. Upon his second refusal, the westerner became infuriated, drew out his sixshooter, pressed it into Hebe’s ribs and said, ‘“‘Drink —damn you—When I invite | you to take a drink, drink!” | “Okey, Okey,” the shrimp shrugged, ‘“—but so long you got me cornered, you might as well pass me the ham sandwich!’’ * Py * And we’ve just gotten a) report of Goldwyn’s conversation with a young lady to. whom he was explaining the idea around which his new picture will be based. “It'll be an epic of beauty,” Sam said, ‘“—pitched between the women who go to beauty parlors, and_ the clean, wholesome, naturally beautiful type of girl.’’ The | young lady interrupted, — “But, Mr. Goldwyn, let’s not kid ourselves. You know there’s not a natural beauty in Hollywood.” ... “Well, never mind,” countered Goldwyn, “we'll use make-up.” NO TIME LOST A RECORD WE ARE PROUD OF Every Theatre equipped by Perkins Electric has opened on exact date scheduled, without opening or any other night break downs. Every C.T.R. Sound System installed in Canada has operated without interruption of program. Not one Theatre has needed an Emergency Service Call. Why not have the best? Full Legal Patent Protection Sold outright No service charge For descriptive folders and price on C TR Sound Equipment Perkins Electric Company Limited 2027 Bleury St., Montreal 277 Victoria St., Toronto INDEPENDENT PATRONIZE THE ADVERTISERS WHO MAINTAIN IT. Fage 6 re PARAMOUNT NIGHT CLUB SCANDAL— Excellent murder story with John Barrymore as the diabolical smoothy, charming Lynn Overman as the whimsical reporter, and Charles Bickford as the hard boiled police captain. This one skips the mystery angle by showing up the murderer in the beginning, yet holds the attention while it unravels. THE BARRIER— An exceptionally good Western but will do with strong support. Cast includes Jean Parker, Jimmie Ellison and Leo Carrillo. THIS WAY PLEASE— This one was adversely reviewed in our last issue. Since then word has reached us that it is doing well in spots. The radio names seem to be bringing them in. Happy to pass the good word. REGAL THE LAST GANGSTER— A gripping gangster yarn with Edward G. Robinson at his best. The new Viennese star, Rose Stradner, is adequate, and James Stewart does the rescurer to the damsel in distress with aplomb. The plot is relentlessly realistic and holds the audience in a grim spell to the end. Strong meat for those that can take it. DOUBLE WEDDING— This one seems to be the indifferent result of stretching a thin two-reel comedy out to feature-length. The whole effect seems forced and strained. Metro can do much better with such stars as William Powell and Myrna Loy. The picture is sure to gross on their names, but some damage will be done for future business, MADAM x— The old tear-jerker brought to the screen again with Gladys George who gives a first-rate performance. It is well-produced, but returns are doubtful, due to worn-out theme. WARNER BROS. THE MISSING WITNESS— This story of gang rackets and their final elimination makes a fair second, with strong support. 20TH CENTURY-FOX ALI BABA GOES TO TOWN— Here is a natural, packed with entertainment and headed for BUSINESS. While there is plenty of Eddie Cantor throughout, the picture does not rely on him to carry the thing through alone, but is packed with other entertainment. The theme is a satire on American politics. 45 FATHERS— A pleasing Jane Withers picture, better than its predecessors, with plenty of good comedy. It should help to strengthen many a program. EMPIRE-UNIVERSAL PORTIA ON TRIAL— This is an excellent program picture with a strong emotional appeal. Will hold its own in any company. RKO THERE GOES THE GROOM— A good picture on any program, starring Ann Sothern, Burgess Meredith and Mary Boland. Excellent comedy start to finish.