Canadian Film Weekly (Nov 15, 1944)

Vol. 9, No. 46 ; Nov. 15, 1944 HYE BOSSIN, Managing Editor Address all communications—The Managing Editor, Canadian Film Weekly, 25 Dundas Square, Toronto, Canada. Published by Film Publications of Canada Ltd. 25 Dundas Square, Toronto, Ont. Canada, Phone ADelaide 4317. Price 5 cents each or $2.00 per year. Entered as Second Class Matter Printed by Eveready Printers Limited, 78 Wellington Street West, Toronto, Ontarip Those Movie Pests (From the Brantford, Ont. Expositor) Months ago, this newspaper and The Ottawa Journal had something to say about theatre-goers whose nuisance value far exceeds the petty price they pay for admission. This week, at a local playhouse, was shown a pungent “short,” voiced by the inimitable Pete Smith, and depicting “movie pests” as they really and unfortunately are. The many who have suffered at their hands consider even the dire penalties proposed by Mr. Smith quite inadequate. On the screen were enacted the pests’ usual tricks— arguing at length about where to sit: meanwhile obstructing the view of scores of patrons; bulging over the seat and elbowing neighboring citizens black and blue; removing coats and mufflers in the “house” instead of in the lobby; wearing feathery millinery atop a high hair-do; lolling feet and legs into the aisle to encompass the downfall of hapless incomers; putting gum under the seat; munching provender from crackly paper bags; planting feet and knees forcefully against the pew in front; and so far into the uncomfortable night. These misdemeanors were enacted with a searing skill and the mirth evoked was not untinged with the bitterness of aggravating experience. Nevertheless, one felt and hoped, the presentation might do some good. Perchance some of the thoughtless offenders might take therefrom a hint and mend their manners. Alas for dreams! Even as a reporter from this journal was gaining some satisfaction from the consoling thought, there arose from the immediate rear the shrilling sound of the one pest Mr. Smith had omitted from his list—the female who, her length of tongue compensating for her shortness of wits, attends the talkies, apparently, for the sole purpose of trying to out-talk them. In point of fact there was a {full bevy of these dialectic damsels. And, after reproving glares and even a pointed request had completely passed their limited comprehensions, the only alternative was to move to another section of the auditorium, reflecting sadly upon the futility of even Mr. Smith’s highly educational efforts. Canadian FILM WEEKLY Distribs, Exhibs OK. Conciliation (Continued from Page 1) “The membership of this Board shall consist of eight representatives named by the different branches of the industry who shall be elected annually by their respective organizations as follows: ‘Two Distributors elected by the Toronto Film Board of Trade, two representatives named by the two major or affiliated Theatre Circuits in the Territory, Famous Players and Odeon, and two Independent Exhibitors named by the Independent Motion Picture Exhibitors Association of Ontario, and two Independent Exhibitors named by the Motion Picture Theatre Owners Association of Ontario.” Approval followed within the 30-day period set as the limit. Quebec Allied has agreed to the draft as it now stands and word has come that the Independent Exhibitors of Manitoba feels the same way about it. It would seem that Conciliation will soon be in action in a number of territories. Although no final Board of Appeal has been provided for in the present draft, .their will be an annual meeting in Toronto to consider constitutional changes and additions. November 15, 1944 ee cr Syd Scott Passes — In Sudbury at 51 (Continued from Page 1) trade, did publicity work for cir cuses, and roadshows before becoming a theatre manager. Before coming to Sudbury he managed houses in Winnipeg carnivals and North Bay for Famous Players. Born in England, he enlisted during the first Great War, going The late SYD SCOTT fs overseas With the Canadian Railway Transport Troops. At the time of his death he was a member of the Veteran’s Guard and the Masonic Order. Surviving are his widow, Eleanor Silk Scott, Toronto; a daughter, Marjory; a son, Badr. Ronald Scott, RCA, overseas; and a brother, Joseph, Toronto. J. A. Rank, UA Reps Sign Distrib Deal The formal signing of the contract between United Artists and General Film Distributors Ltd., one of J. Arthur Rank’s companies, occurred last week. Morris Leon of Choate, Byrd, Leon and Garretson, and Barrington Gain represented GFD and UA. was represented by Gradivell L. Sears, vice-president in charge of distribution and Paul O’Brien of O’Brien, Driscoll and Raftery. The deal calls for the distribution of seven pictures in the western hemisphere, with the exception of Canada. Barringto Gain, who is J. ’s financial advisor of GFD, has been for some time. Reand his associate, Dr. s Alexander Galperson, *, returned Farrow for Canada? It is reported unauthoritatively that Commander John Farrow, who retired from the Canadian Navy to return to Paramount as a director, will head a Canadian production company supported by members of parliament. Theatre Wanted 400 seats or over within radius of several hundred miles of Toronto. Will pay cash, BOX 10 Canadian Film Weekly from Hollywood where they observed American production, This deal marks the beginning of what is hoped will be a long and lasting association,.both for United Artists and GFD, ALFRED JACQUEMIN A.S.G First Canadian cameraman to be granted membership in the American Society of Cinematographers. The A.S.C, is an organization of outstanding directors of photography and cameramen, mainly employed in theatrical production by Holly wood studios. A veteran in years of experience in motion picture work, Jacquemin’s honour follows seventeen years in Hollywood. Prior to that he was engaged in motion picture work with Gaumont in France, and by the French Government on official films during the first World War. He was in charge of camerawork on a special expedition to Alaska a number of years ago, photographing wild animal life and Jater spent four months in Northern Ontario making natural life movies of beayers for the Ontario Government. Jacquemin joined the staff of the Associated Screen Studios in 1927. His “Royal Banners Over Ottawa’ was the only theatrical release, in colour, of the visit of the King and Queen to Canada, the Royal premiere being held in London shortly after Their Majesties’ return from Canada. His studio camera work contributed much to “The Thousand Days” an Associated Screen review of the first three years of war, which was accepted for distribution in the United States by the Office of War Information, and was televised from New York, os als Oo edt pe 3 ei sry 0» = ; er a5