The Film Daily (1930)

12 DAILY Sunday, July 20, 1930 ■ RAPID STRIDES ARE BEING MADE IN THE FOREIGN FIELD. KEEP POSTED THROUGH "FOREIGN" MARKETS" Foreign Markets NEWS FLASHES FROM FILM CENTERS ALL OVER THE GLOBE: MELBOURNE, LONDON, BERLIN, PARIS By GEORGE REDDY \3\ MP. ANNOUNCES TITLES OF 26 FEATURES FOR U.S. London — Titles have been announced on 26 of the 30 features which British International Pictures will distribute in the United States, through its representative, Capt. Harold Auten. They are: "Atlantic," an E. A. Dupont production in English and German; "Under the Greenwood Tree," from the Thomas Hardy novel, directed by Harry Lachman; "The American Prisoner," an Eden Phillpotts novel adaptation, featuring Carl Brisson and directed by Thomas Bentley; "The Informer," with Lya De Putti, Lars Hanson, directed by Dr. Robison from the Liam O'Flaherty novel. "Alf's Carpet," sequel to "Alf's Button," story by A. W. Darlington; "Juno and the Paycock," an Alfred Hitchcock production based on the Seam O'Casey play; "Elstree Calling," with song, dance and color, directed by Adrien Brunei; "Flame of Love," all-talker in English and German, starring Anna May Wong; "Harmony Heaven," a song, dance and color vehicle, featuring Polly Ward and Jack Raine, directed by Thomas Bentley; "The Hate Ship," with Jameson Thomas, directed by Norman Walker; "Song of Soho," directed by Harry Lachman and starring Carl Brieson; "Raise the Roof," with Betty Balfour; "Loose Ends," adapted from play by Dion Titheredge, featuring Edna Best and Owen Nares under the direction of Norman Walker; "Not So Quiet on the Western Front," presenting the comedian, Leslie Fuller, directed by Mcnty Banks. "Two Worlds," E. A. Dupont production, in English, German, French; "Suspense," Patrick MacGill war play; "Young Woodley," successful play; "The W Plan," spy story; "Enter Sir John," an Alfred Hitchcock vehicle, in English and German; "The Yellow Mask," Edgar Wallace musical thriller; "Almost a Honeymoon," West End farce; "Night Life," a Richard Eichberg bi-lingual; "Children of Chance," an Alexander Esway production, in English and German; "Compromising Daphne," farce drama directed by Thomas Bentley; "Cape Forlorn," E. A. Dupont production; "The Middle Watch," West End comedy directed by Norman Walker. "Red Pearls" Given Premiere London — ."Red Pearls," silent thrill film, produced by Archibald Nettleford has had its premiere at the Empire here. "Red Pearls" is an all-English production, directed by Walter Forde and released by Butcher Film Service. Dancing Kinema London — In the face of opposition on the part of the London United Temperance Council, the Theaters and Music Halls Committee of the L.C.C. have granted a music and dancing license to the Windmill theater. SPURT IN PRODUCTION REPORTED BY SWEDEN Stockholm — As a result of several foreign companies becoming active in production here, in addition to an increase in native activity, a spurt has taken place in the Swedish film industry. It is understood that at least half a dozen Swedish language talkers already have been completed and preparations for others are well under way. Universal Talking News Being Issued in England London — Universal has launched throughout England, the first issues of its new bi-weekly sound newsreel, the Universal Talking News. This is in addition to its regular silent British Screen News. W. Jeapes, responsible for both the silent and sound reels, in producing the latter, has closely followed the precedent set by Universal's American sound news with announcer Graham McNamee. The British film itself is silent, but a running description of, and commentary on, the events is provided by John Thorne, a recruit from the radio field. New Era Interim Dividend London — New Era National Pictures Co. announces that, in view of the situation indicated in its last annual report, directors have passed the fixed interim dividend on eight per cent cumulative ordinary shares, due on June 30. French Suit Settled Paris — The suit instituted by Producer Jacques Haik, against Andre Bauge, French opera singer for breach of contract has been settled, without the producer forcing payment of heavy damages awarded him by the courts. Bauge, who walked out on Haik during filming of "The Round of the Hours" to appear in another film has agreed to complete his work on the Haik production. Ambrose Dowling in Sweden Stockholm — Ambrose Dowling, of RKO, has been here on a business visit. CURTIS MELNITZ DELAYING Berlin — Curtis Melnitz, of Terra Film, is back from his visit to the United States, where it is understood he obtained financial backing for his new venture. It is reported, however, that actual production by the Melnitz forces will be postponed for several months. Educational Congress Instituted in Algeria Algiers — Attended by a representative gathering from many nations, the Congress of International Activities of the Educative Cinema, organized on the occasion of the Algerian centenary, has been instituted here. The Congress, sponsored by the Algerian office of Educative Cinema, was inaugurated by M. Pierre Bordes, Governor-General. Gaumont Railway Film London — Negotiations have been completed by Gaumont-British Productions with the Southern Railway for the shooting of scenes for "Bracelets," starring Berte Coote and directed by Sewell Collins. Cast of the production includes Joyce Kennedy, feminine lead, Margaret Baird, Harold Huth, George Merritt, Charles Mortimer, Vera Poliakoff, Eric Findon, Claude Horton. British Showman Dead Southsea, Eng. — Arthur Bertrand Casey, officer of the Opollo Kinematic here, is dead as the result of an attack of typhoid fever and double pneumonia. Pledges Support Against Tax Glasgow — John M'Govern, newlyelected Socialist M. P. for the Shettleston Division of this city, has pledged his support of any movement for the abolition of the entertainment tax. Rowson to Make U. A. Film London — Harry Rowson will produce United Artists' new British quota production, which will be a modernized version of "Caste." Glasgow Demands State Censor Glasgow — A proposal calling upon the Government to institute a censorship of motion pictures has been placed before the Town Council for its approval by the Glasgow Council of Juvenile Organizations. The Council also asks for passage of a law requiring that only censored films, specially licensed, be shown at performances attended by juvenile audiences. Argentine Sound Reel Buenos Aires — A sound newsreel of native production is now being released twice a month. It is being made by the Cinematografia Valle, local producing organization. First showings met with success. PORTABLE SOUND DEVICE USED BY OUTLYING HOUSES Capetown — Unwired houses in the outlying districts are giving their patrons an occasional taste of the talkers through facilities provided by portable devices brought around on motor trucks. Kimberley Succeeds Wood As S.M.P.E. Treasurer London — Owing to the pressure of personal duties, Harold Wood has resigned as treasurer of the London section of the S.M.P.E. Capt. Paul Kimberley will carry on the organization work of Mr. Wood, until next election of officers in October. Robey in Pathe Film London — George Robey, popular English comedian, will be seen and heard in a forthcoming issue of Pathe Sound News, in which he performs a typical Robey song number. Australian Tax Bill London — First reading of the new Australian Income Tax Assessment Bill, containing important provisions in relation to the taxation of remittances sent abroad for film interests, has taken place. The bill states that where a person or a foreign company receives assessable income from films, the taxable income is deemed to be the equivalent of 30 per cent of the gross income so derived. It also provides that where it is proved that this percentage should be varied, income tax will be assessed on whatever the Commissioner deems proper. Taxation applies not only to film concerns controlled principally by foreign companies or persons residing outside Australia, but also to companies, the majority of shares in which are held on behalf of a foreign company. The latter defined as a company incorporated outside Australia. Southsea Profits Southsea, Eng. — At the annual meeting of the Apollo Kinematic Theater, Ltd., a very successful year was reported, and a dividend of 15 per cent was declared.