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MEN ARE LIKE THAT. Hal Skelly. Direction by Frank Tuttle. Adapted from the stage play “The Show Off” by George Kelly. All dialogue. Paramount.
A mildly interesting comedy which barely escapes becoming farcical through over-exaggeration. The hero is a sublime egoist whose wild imaginings quite accidentally bring him material success.
Adolescents, 12 to 16. Children, 6 to 12.
Wholesome. No Interest.
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MEN WITHOUT WOMEN. Kenneth MacKenna. Direction by John Ford. All dialogue. Fox.
Previously reported in December, 1929. Here is something different— a picture of such gripping realism that the suspense of being trapped in a submarine becomes an intense personal experience. It is harrowing for imaginative and impressionable spectators but it is astonishing in its study of human reactions. Because of its realism1 and the frankness of several scenes, its suitability for adolescents must be left entirely to individual direction.
Adolescents, 12 to 16. Children, 6 to 12. Doubtful. No.
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NAVY BLUES. William Haines, Anita Page. Direction by Clarence Brown. All dialogue. M.-G.-M.
This is the story of a sailor who after many “fancies” does not at first recognize real love. Even Mr. Haines’ overexaggeration does not lessen the interest, for the theme, illustrating two contrasting standards of morality, is really forceful.
Adolescents, 12 to 16. Children, 6 to 12.
Doubtful Because of No Too
Sophistication of Theme. Mature.
OFFICER O’BRIEN. William Boyd. Direction by Tay Garnett. All dialogue. Pathe.
An underworld drama picturing the methods of the police department which brings a gang of criminals to justice. It is not without interest for its type of drama, but so much emphasis is laid on the power of the criminal that it cannot be recommended for immature audiences. Adolescents, 12 to 16. Children, 6 to 12. Not Recommended. No.
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PARIS. Irene Bordoni. Direction by Clarence Badger. All dialogue and music. Warner Bros.
The plot is commonplace and unimportant. It portrays the infatuation of a small town boy for a fascinating actress which is successfully broken up thru the schemes of his mother and the actress’ leading man. The interest of the production centers in the personality of the star which dominates the latter sequences, and in the lavish and elaborate revue scenes, many of which are in color. Adolescents, 12 to 16. Children 6 to 12. Too Sophisticated. No.
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POINTED HEELS. William Powell, Fay Wray. Direction by A. Edward Sutherland. All dialogue with musical interpolations. Paramount.
A theatrical producer succeeds in parting a young couple but later reunites them when he realizes the sincerity of their love. Interest in the commonplace plot is lessened even more by wretched dialogue and by the fact that liquor is used to motivate all action.
Adolescents, 12 to 16. Children, 6 to 12. No. No.
ROMANCE OF THE RIO GRANDE. Warner Baxter, Mary Duncan. Direction