Hollywood (Jan - Mar 1943)

THE COMMANDOS STRIKE AT DAWN ••*1/2 Columbia B The Commandos have captured the imagination of the world at large and Hollywood in particular. Their exploits have provided one of the most thrilling chapters in the book of history that is the present war. Their spirit and fighting might set the theme of Columbia's stirring epic, and to their valor it is dedicated. The film does not confine itself to the British Commandos, but takes us into the lives of the people of a subjugated nation — Norway. We live with them through terror and brutality under the Nazi yoke. Paul Muni is the leader of the Norwegian underground movement in a small fishing town, and he eventually leads the Commandos in their raid on the Nazis there. Romance is subordinate to the rest of the plot, but that department is handled by Anna Lee, the English girl in love with Muni. The latter carries off most of the acting honors with his restrained and moving portrayal of the gentle character who turns violent in the face of the Nazi monster. Most of the film was shot in Canada with actual Canadian Commandos playing their real life roles. In this way a note of authenticity rings clear in this great documentation of what war means along the once-peaceful coast of Norway. ARABIAN NIGHTS *** Universal ■ There's no lack of color and action in this fast-moving, vivid slice of adventure right out of the Orient. Caliphs, beggars, slave-dealers, acrobats, dancing girls, grand viziers and troops of bizarre horsemen all whirl through Arabian Nights. Two brothers (Jon Hall and Leif Erikson) vie for the caliphate. Hall is deposed, but is protected and helped by a carnival [Continued on page 78] Top Man Under Water [Continued from -page 73] tanks were set up and focused. Action called for Newt to make his escape, swim to the surface, look for the girl, then surface-dive down and rescue her. She was supposed to be dazed when the automobile struck the water. As it actually happened, the girl was knocked out by the force of the plunge and Perry was momentarily stunned when his head hit the roof of the car. The rescue act did not come off exactly as planned. But he did regain his senses in time to open the door and pull out the girl. His 220 pounds of smooth muscle stood him in good stead, and he fought his way to the surface and ashore with the unconscious girl in tow. "To think the toughest life-saving job I ever tackled was planned in advance," Newt grinned, shaking his head, "and I didn't have brains enough to hold onto the steering wheel until the car hit the water! "But then, it did make a pretty good shot!" ■ 1 \& C^ <& m MINER'S Foundation CREAM with LANOLIN MINER'S Patti-Pae CAKE MAKE-UP trtpt/vn tin c. • • . . . . lhal's the way you will look if you use.o MINER'S make-up base. LIQUID, CAKE or CREAM . . . choose (he type you prefer. MINER'S makes all Ihree. Any one of (hem will keep your complexion fascinatingly smooth, coplivalingly flawless and glamorously Iresh — all day long. Try your favorite today . . . in one of six stin-glorifying shades — JO? to $1.00. INBR'S Masters of Make-Up Since 1864 Fere's your chance for fame Stardust seeks the girl of the year! Maybe it's YOti, or someone you know; read all contest details below. America's most beautiful women prefer Stardust Slips because they fit in action ... no wrinkling, twisting or riding up! You'll find real luxury in its luscious acetate rayon. The life of each slip is guaranteed for 1 whole year of wearing and washing satisfaction/ Avoid imitations; look for the genuine Stardust tag! it £^-tfn&4/tm/t3%eft4' About ASK FOR >tortlu*t Blouses