Hollywood Filmograph (Jan-Dec 1932)

HOLLYWOOD FILMOGRAPH II Ghif-Ghaf and Chatter by Hal Wiener of those German "Flesh" Excellent Drama of Wrestler; Wallace Beery Proves His Artistry DIRECTION John Ford STORY Edmund Goulding ADAPTATION Leonard Praskins and Edgar Allen Wolfe DIALOGUE Moss Hart PHOTOGRAPHY Arthur Edeson CAST Wallace Beery, Karen Morley, Ricardo Cortez, Jean Hersholt, John Miljan, Herman Bing, Vince Barnett, Greta Meyer and Edward Brophy. Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer has awarded their star, Wallace Beery, anoth< notable dramas similar to "The Camp" with the picturization of "Flesh." As reviewed at Loew's State Theater, "Flesh" is a powerful story of waiter who rises to become the champion wrestler of the world. The picture depicts Wally Beery as Polokai, a fumbling dull-witted fellow, who is unlike the hero of "The Champ" in that he has a rugged strength of character to match his muscles. His two big ambitions and aims in life are his dog-like devotion to his beautiful wife, and his love for wrestling. His wife, intending to use hm as a dupe, influences him to go under the management of a crooked wrestling promoter. It is only after his wife realizes that her love for her husband is the only true love she has ever known, that she saves him from throwing away the wrestling championship of the world. Wallace Beery proves in "Flesh" that he is truly a great performer. His interpretation of the big burly German, Polokai, is believable and convincing at all times. Karen Morley as Laura, his wife, manages to keep the sympathy of the audience, despite the fact that the character she plays is usually cast in a dubious light. She is a fine actress and her work in "Flesh" is notable. As a thorough-going scoundrel, Ricardo Cortez makes the most of the all too few scenes in which he appears. Jean Hersholt as the proprietor of a Beer Garden, and Vince Barnett as a dumb waiter, add comedy to help lighten the more dramatic moments. John Miljan, as the crooked fight promoter, Herman Bing, Greta Meyer and Edward Brophy also contribute to the splendid performances. "Flesh," taken from Edmund Goulding's story, was directed by John Ford, who has given us many fine screen plays. Leonard Praskins and Edgar Allen Wolfe adapted the story to the screen while Moss Hart supplied the excellent dialogue. Photography was handled understandingly by Arthur Edeson. You should like "Flesh," it is a gripping production. NICKELS SPENT THAT BUY NOTHING BUT HEARTACHES As if there isn't enough bother in the world, along must come the telephone company and add to our annoyance and trouble. No less than a dozen complaints have been registered with Filmograph on the iniquities of this great public service corporation so that we are bound to see what can be done about it. We might say in passing that we, too, have been victims of these outrages. Outrage No. 1 is the tendency of the operator at the invisible end of the pay stations with coin attachments to drop your nickel into the box BEFORE completing your number and then, failing to make the connection, apologizes for the error and advises that a letter addressed to the telephone company will bring your nickel back. Let us look at that a minute. Those who mostly use pay stations are the extras who are not overly endowed with nickels and their principal phoning is to inquire about a job. The inconvenience of not getting the connection and losing perhaps a last nickel is of considerable importance to them, frequently a hardship. To send in the complaint to the phone company would require stationery, effort, lost time and a three cent stamp. The company has to consider the claim, write a check for five cents, pay two cent federal tax and besides stationery and time of executives, pay another three cent stamp for return. The cost of reimbursing a garnered jitney amounts to something like a half a dollar or more. The sad part of it all is that the original loser, rather than go to the trouble forgets it and the company gains thereby. If the operator was fined one dollar for every complaint of a carelessly captured five cent piece, the annoyance would stop forthwith. Outrage No. 2. One can telephone from Los Angeles or Hollywood to any of the outlying studios for five cents. BUT, at the studio, if you are using a pay phone and wish to call either Hollywood or Los Angeles, the toll is ten cents. WHY? Of course we know that those fees are fixed by some legal governing body and are not the entire fault of the phone company, but if this is a great and free commonwealth and all men are created equal, why cannot the public get the same deal on phone rates as the studios do? Why should an executive be able to phone to his home for less than five cents while the poor extra has to pay a dime for the same service at a pay station WITHIN the studio grounds. Outrage No. 3 is the combination of outrages I and 2. There is the story. What are you going to do about it? ROBERT FOEHL, nephew of Charles Baad, president of the Los Angeles Biltmore Hotel, joins the staff of the El Mirador Hotel in Palm Springs as executive assistant to Warren D. Pinney. Foehl has a large following among the film colony. HOLLYBEVERLY TYPEWRITER CO. Hollywood's modern equipped shop RENT a Machine— 3 Months $5.00 OWN YOUR OWN— Monthly Payments 5.00 Bring This Ad— It saves You 25c If You Rent— $2.00 If You Buy 1650 North Cahumga GLadstone 1590 Los Angeles to Witness Brilliant Staging of Felix Young's "Tattle Tales" Los Angeles theater goers are due for a big Christmas surprise package when Felix Young uncurtains his intimate revue, "Tattle Tales" on the Belasco stage the evening of Dec. 30. What patrons will witness will not be just another musical revue, but a class production that spells smartness with each setting. Furthermore, all the principals in the revue have been imported especially from the New York stage for the sole purpose of bringing enjoyment, the like of which has not been seen on the coast in many a moon. Heading the splendid talent is Frank Fay, noted stage comic. Guy Robertson, one of the lead ng headliners on Broadway, will share a great deal of the acting honors. Then there are George Mayo, whose name on theater Marquees means the apex in amusement, and Janet Reede, whose s.nging and dancing is hard to beat. We talked with Guy Robertson at one of the rehearsals and he tells us that we are due to see a production that will rival any of Broadway's best. Felix Young, who has given us many fine cinema productions in the past, knows what it takes to please theater audiences, and Guy tells us, that he is going the limit to stage a revue that Los Angeles will talk about long after it has outlived its run at the Belasco. To give you an idea what pains have been taken to give finesse to each number in "Tattle Tales," a list of "who's who" in the composers' world have gotten together on the score. Among them are Dick Whiting, Harry Akst, Howard Jackson and Ralph Rainger. Sam Wineland will be in the pit with an orchestra of 24 highly trained musicians. Also a score of writers got busy at their typewriters and pounded out novel skits and plenty of good snappy dialogue for the show. Barry Trivers, Frank Fay, Leo Robbin and the Mankiewicz Brothers were among those busy workers. Costumers, set designers and a bevy of workmen are rushing to get things in readiness for the brilliant opening. And by the way, lest we forget there is a knockout of a chorus and can these girls dance? From the peek we got at one of the rehearsals, we should say, using that much used phrase, "and how." All in all, "Tattle Tales" has all the aspects of being a winner. And should you care to be present at the gala New Year's Eve Midnight staging, we would suggest getting your order in early at the Belasco ticket office. A sellout is expected. ALLIED UNEMPLOYED THEATRICAL GROUP MAKES GREAT HEADWAY AS NEW ORGANIZATION Newly organized and formed under the auspices of the Motion Picture Relief Fund, is the Allied Unemployed Theatrical Group of Hollywood. This worthy organization was formed solely for the purpose of taking care of the needs and wants of unemployed persons who are dependent on the theatrical profession and are not eligible to come under the protection of the Motion Picture Relief Fund. The Allied Unemployed Theatrical Group of Hollywood, whose home is located at 6600 Lexington Avenue, is not a charity organization. They are proud to announce, however, that they do serve three meals a day to those of the theatrical profession, whether they be carpenters, cameramen, usherettes, or stage hands, so long as they are dependent on the theater for their livelihood. In return, all the organization asks is some small service. Perhaps they will entertain at some Los Angeles hospital. In the event that they do, these persons may be able to lend their aid. Or they may lend a hand in helping to keep the home establishment in order. Each Wednesday night, aside from serving the regular dinner, the organization stages a dance for which a small fee is charged. On December 26, we learn, they are planning to stage a musical show at one of the downtown theaters. All of the actors participating in the performance will be paid a small fee. The proceeds from the show will go towards the operation of the organization. Many people have already found work through this philanthropic institution, both in the studios and on the stage. The Allied Unemployed Theatrical Group, only three weeks old, has already served more than 200 of the profession. A worthy group if you should ask us. One thing that the organization is in need of at present, is office furniture. Should you know of any discarded furniture that has already served its needs to you, it would be a fine gesture to get in touch with Mr. P. DuVal or Mr. C. Traynor. We assure you it would be appreciated by them. Tel. HEmpstead 6724 Hours:— Daily 10-12; 2-5 DR. W. I. 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