The Film Daily (1931)

7 PICTURES UNDER WAY ATUNITED ARTISTS STUDIO in progress at tin United Artists studio on seven new productions. The next -Norma la. madge vehicle, "The Greeks Had < 1 for It," tor which Miss Talmadge went to New York and re ed with the stage company 01 tlie play, 1- m preparation. Gloria Swanson is making "Indiscretion," with Leo Mc Carey directing. Ronald Colrnan'a next under Samuel Goldw> n will be "What Fan Frenchmen Have." by Michael Arlcn and Walter HacVett Goldwyn also, will soon hav work started on "Street Scene," from the Elmer Rice Pulitzer Prize play. Roland West will star ( hester Morris in "Corsair," and Howard Hughes, now making "The Front Page," is to follow this with "Scariace," directed by Howard Hawks, with Louis W'olheini probably playing the title role. A LITTLE from "LOTS ►// By RALPH WILK Contracts for Fox Players Gaylord Pendleton has been given a new long term contract by Fox. IK is a brother of Nat Pendleton, who has a principal role in "Mr. Lemon of Orange." Rosalie Rae, a Raoul Walsh discovery, also has received a Fox contract. Joe E. Brown Vehicle to Start adniinded," Joe E. Brown's next picture and the first under his new starring contract, will go into production at the First National stun Monday under the direction of Mervyn LcRoy. Una Munson will have the feminine lead and Ben Lyon a romantic role. M-G-M Starts "Stepping Out" M-G-M has started production on "Stepping ( Hit," adaptation of Elmer Hams' comedy, with Charles Rjesner directing. Cast includes Reginald Denny, Charlotte nwood, Leila Hyams, Myrna Kennedy, Cliff Fdwards and Lillian Bond. HirsholVs Ambition Having played more than four hundred different characters in his career as a stage and screen actor, Jean Hersholt, who is appearing in a featured role in "Daybreak" for M-G-M, is ambitious to complete a record of 500 roles before he retires. AN OTHER member of the McCarey family is beckoning for a place in the trout directorial ranks. Kay, »on of "Uncle" lorn McLarey, formerly one of America's most noted sportsman, and brother of Leo McCarey, one of the leading megaphomsts in the screen capitol, is rapidly gaining equal recognition with die latter. In the past year Ray has ueen directing two-reel comedies for Pathe, and he is to shortly receive iris first opportunity to direct a feature. Following the completion of nis contract with Pathe shortly, McCarey is expected to become associated as director with another major producing company. * * * Joe E. Brown's new contract with Warners specifically calls for hi3 being starred in all pictures in which he appears. * * * "Stage Struck," a Pathe comedy, is the first contribution of Al Ray and Henry Johnson, who were formerly affiliated with Fox and now Role for Lionel Barrymore Lionel Barrymore will play a leading role in Norma Shearer's new M-G-M film, "A Free Soul," Clarence Brown will direct. Barrymore will probably direct a new picture for M-G-M after completing his role hi "A Free Soul." "The Public Enemy" in Work "The Public Enemy" has gone into production at the Warner studios. It is being directed by William K. W ellman, and in the cast are Edward Woods, Joan Blondell, Jean Harlow, James Cagney, Beryl Merger, Leslie Fenton and Louise Brooks. Cruze Finishes "Hell Bound" James Cruze has completed his third Tiffany special, "Hell Bound," with a cast headed by Lois Lane, Leo Carnllo and Lloyd Hughes, under the direction of Walter Lang. Cruze is now preparing "Salvation Nell. Helen Chandler will portray the leading feminine role. William Powell's First for W. B. William Powell is to make his first appearance under Warner banner m "Heat Wave," the Roland lertwee English play. Powell, now on vacation, begins work March 15 Alfred Green has been assigned to direct. "Heat Wave" will soon be presented on the Broadway statre with Basil Rathbone in it. " under contract to Pathe. Al Ray directed this two-reeler which was adapted by Johnson from an original story by Walter Catlett, who essays the leading role. "Stage Struck" is also Catlett's initial work for Pathe under his recently signed contract to both write and act in comedies. * * * Mel Brown, director of Amos 'n' Andy in RKO's "Chech and Double Check," is said to have another winner in "Private Secretary," with Mary Astor and Robert Ames, recently previewed. * * * Our Passing Show: J. J. Murdock, Ralph Farnum, Frank Joyce, Harry J. Brown, Wilson Mizner, Mervy* LaRoy, Robert Harris" Martin Flavin, M. C. Levee, C. Graham Baker. Sam Marx, at the opening of "Trader Horn"; Horace Jackson and A. George Volck chatting at Pathe. Lancaster in Connie Bennett Film Richard Lancaster, English actor, has been cast by Pathe in Constance Bennett's new picture, not yet titled. John Gilbert's Next John Gilbert's next starring vehicle for M-G-M will be "Cheri-Bibi," adapted from the prize-winning French story of that name. It will be directed by John Robertson CHARLIE CHAPLIN PLANNING STORY FORJEXT PICTURE Charlie Chaplin, whose "City Lights" had its premiere Friday night at the new Los Angeles, is already planning his/, next production and probably will map out the story ' while on his trip to Europe. Chap j lin's next may have a foreign setting, probably Spanish, which will give him an opportunity for a bullfight burlesque. It is expected the pic,'ture will again be silent, with synchronized music by Chaplin. "Apron Strings" in Work While Universal is considering a ' change of title for "Apron Strings," ' Vin Moore is directing the picture1 with a cast which includes J. C. Nugent and Elliott Nugent, Allison Skipworth, Tully Marshall, Jean Arthur and Betty Compson. "Skippy" on Location Paramount's "Skippy" unit is on location in San Bernardino. Cast includes Jackie Cooper, Mitzi Green, Jackie Searl, Robert Coogan, Enid Bennett, Donald Haines, Helen Jerome Eddy, Jack Clifford and Guy Oliver. Norman Taurog and David Burton are directing. Winnie Lightner's Next Winnie Lightner's next Warner picture is to have the title of "Gold Dust Gertie." HOLLYWOOD PLAZA Hollyurood's most convenient hotel. . . for your winter stay in Southern California a NE of California's most popular winter hotels. Right in the heart of movieland .next door to famous theatres, studios, cafes, and shops.. .near golf courses, bridle paths, and other amusement places. The Plaza offers you luxurious appointments, excellent service, homelike hospitality, and the company of interesting and famous people. European plan. Special Winter Rates Now; $3.50, single. $5.00, double. $6.00, twin beds. Ask for weekly and monthly rates. Remember the Plaza ... for an unforgettable winter in Hollywood. HOLLYWOOD PLAZA HOTEL ... HOLLYWOOD, CALIF. 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