The Film Daily (1928)

Have you reen -the REY I Em ILilL4kC ir i 1^11 IE . . . They're the Greatest raves I've read in years!'' "There are some sequences which surpass other pictures which have dealt with aviation. Several planes are 'cracked up' and they are 'cracked up' so irretrievably that there is little fake about them. It must have taken some very expert flying to get those scenes. And it is a safe bet that it wasn't done without injury. The screen version has a sweep which was denied to the stage version and, as a result, this newcomer is infinitely more thrilling than was it predecessor." „ ^ t J ■ — Ueorge (jerhard in N. Y. Evening World "A good war picture. Magnificent air fighting. Strong love story. Fine acting and direction. Colleen Moore does great emotional work. The theme song "j6annineIDreamof Lilac Time" looks like a hit. The photography is beautiful. Should be a riotous — N. Y. Mirror " 'Lilac Time' should remain on Broadway for many months to come. Colleen Moore adds another hit to her long list of screen successes. The story is poignant with pathos, thrills and sentiment with just enough comedy to stifle a surreptitious tear as it courses slyly but unfailingly down the cheek. The character of Jeannine gives Miss Moore unusual opportunities. Many thrilling and sensational aviation scenes and sheer dare-deviltry in the clouds. There are numerous pathetic touches to these scenes all of which build to a climax that is almost breathtaking in its intensity. George Fitzmaurice directed the picture and First: National can feel justly proud of the finished product. Atmospherically it is perfect, from the standpoint of cast it is delightful, and the direction extraordinary. Colleen Moore hits with 'Lilac Time.' In fact everyone who had any connection with the development of the picture comes through, and with 'flying' colors." —H. D. S. in N. Y. Telegraph " 'Lilac Time' is an honest success of the Hollywood school and I am happy to be able to pay it tribute. The picture is honest, true and beautiful. I salute those who made it. This is one of the finest — if not the finest and strongest — pictures First National has ever made. Colleen Moore in 'Lilac Time' gives a true and beautiful performance, and those of us who have watched her for years should be proud of her. The chief feature of 'Lilac Time' is its air stufif. Some of its young pilots simply took their lives in their hands and smashed expensiv-e ships all over the exteriors. The flying shots are superb. They alone are worth a visit to the picture. There is one in particular, where Colleen is adrift in a swirling pursuit plane, that is simply immense." — Leonard Hall in N. Y. Telegram "Showmen will want to know ; 'Lilac Time' will make money. ] will. As a box-ofiice number will slide over the plate withov a bit of trouble. As a piece o commercial property it's worti going for. Has the formula th^ leads to big grosses. The air stuf is immense. Carries a dramati kick that is unmistakable." — Maurice Kann in Film Daih The picture its.elf is entertaining and Miss Moore truly delectable." — N. Y. American "'Lilac Time' has thrillinj drama, exquisite beauty, a won erful love story and Collee Moore sends you home with ro mance in your heart. By a means see it." — James R. Quirk, Editor of Photoplay Magazim "Some sequences in Colleen's film pack much more than an average amount of thrills. Not only breath-taking but amusing." — Irene Thirer in N. Y. Daily News I SELLOUT IN NEW rORK K(iaJslu)w sensation at llic Central, in the heart of Broadway, starting August 3rd RECORDS BROKEN in LOS ANGELES First 3 weeks of Cart hay Circle roadshow run broke all house records. BOTH AT $1.00 TOP Greatest of all Air Spectacles! STARRING COLLEEN MOORE a GEORGE FITZNAURICE Production presented by JOHN NcCORNICK with GARY COOPER Scenario by Carey Wilson ▼ From the Play by Jane Cowl and Jane Nurfin ▼ Adaptation by Willis Goldbeck ▼ Titles by George Narion^ Jr. Member tf Motion Picture Pwducew md Distributors of America Inc.Will H.Hays Pnstdnt Whether your theatre is wired or not — riRST NATIONJIL PICTURES are a Sound Investment!