Moving Picture Weekly (1915-1920)

THE MOVING PICTURE WEEKLY 23 Mi© CHIC HE Garden of Lies I " A startling title, to be sure! Jane Cowl, the beautiful Broadway star, makes her debut iu the films in an unusually strong play by Justus Miles j Forman. who lost his life on the Lusitauia. But what we are interested in mostly, from a fashion standpoint, is the array of magnificent gowns and wraps which Miss Cowl wears. It is hardlj necessary to dwell on this talented star's beauty of face and form. That is a well-known tact and. although Miss Cowl has traveled extensively throughout the country, thousands < f movie fans have not had the pleasure of seeing Jane Cowl in any of her remarkable characterizations. "The Garden of Lies." however, will be the means of introducing this charming new screen artist on the regular Universal program. Apart from the splendid plot of the play.l the picturesque scenery, the fine acting by the entire cast. Miss Cowl appears to great advantage in an exquisite creation of marron satin and tulle with cream lace frills and drapery. Here we see her in a brocade satin of rose-pink simply draped with a lace bodice and satin girdle. You will be charmed by this new big feature without a doubt. Anna Little in "The Grail." A prettier picture can hardly be imagined than Anna Little in her lovely frock of satin and net which she wears in a new Laemmle play called "The Grail." Edged with black velvet, the full net overskirt hangs gracefully over a foundation of black satin, while the bodice is made up entirely of pale blue flowered chiffon. Miss Little also wears a gorgeous hat of black lace trimmed with flowers. Anna Little is one of our most versatile screen stars. She has a charming personality, a great ambition to do big things, and a beautiful face, all conducive towards s<?reen success. Miss Little came to the Universal about two years ago, a full-fledged star, and has continued to add to her tremendous popularity until today she is considered one of the most famous film stars in the land. Especially does Anna Little take interest in the "dressing" of her roles. She has a wardrobe consisting of dozens of beautiful frocks of every description, and her greatest delight is to appear in any one of these confections on the screen. In "The Grail" she has more than outdone herself in point of beauty. Her acting, aa always, is finished and artistic. But her pretty gowns are delightful. Billie Rhodes in Lovely Frock. Nestor comedies are always a welcome number on any program, and when they feature pretty Billie Rhodes with her winsome smile and jolly manner, together with Lee Moran and Eddie Lyons, then, indeed, they are immense. Billie is one of our youngest Universal comedy stars and has only been in the films about a year. But in that time she has accomplished wonders, and today is known as an extremely popular comedy actress. In "When Their Dads Fell Out," a new Nestor comedy, Billie appears in a charming summer frock of flowered .silk trimmed with ruffles and black velvet ribbon. There are three demure little ruffles at the hem edged with the narrow black velvet ribbon, while a deep girdle of black velvet encircles her si'-nder waist. A black straw bonnet trimmed with ribbon and one rose towards the side finishes a charming picture. Dorothy Phillips in Odd Costume. Smart, tailored and plain is the afternoon costume worn by Dorothy Phillips in "Souls in Pawn," a Rex one-reel picture in which both Ben Wilson and Miss Phillips are starred. An interesting feature of this frock is the loose-fitting black velvet jacket-bodice with a lai'ge white collar of sheerest lawn so fashionable these days. The skirt is tan satin. Her hat, too, is distinctive. Black and white in the order of the mode, it is faced with straw of the same color. On the band is caught a smart little French feather. "Souls in Pawn" is a thrilling play of stage life, or rather the life of an actress, who interferes with the welfare and progress of an ambitious boy. who is too young to realize the danger into which he is falling. The play is particularly well acted and staged and very well dressed. "Right Off the Reel" Very Funny. Gale Henry, Max Asher, LUlian Peacock and William Franey are playing in a new Joker comedy called "Right Off the Reel," and it is just sparkling with fun. Lillian Peacock wears a frock of old-blue voile, embroidered beautifully. A satin plaited girdle lends an air of daintiness which is altogether lovely. "Copper" a Fashion Parade The Imp drama, "Copper," in which Violet Mersereau and Billy Garwood are featured, is a veritable fashion show. Many costly and new creations are displayed in the ballroom scene which are worthy of especial mention. Florence Crawford, for two years leading woman in a Western film company, is now a member of the Universal Coytesville studios and has distinguished herself in her first play, "Copper." JANE COWL