Movie Classic (Sep 1936-Feb 1937)

The story adheres closely to historical fact — and if this picture fails in entertainment value, it is largely because its authors did not dare to distort history. It is difficult for a Twentieth Century audience to understand the circumstances on which the plot revolves. RKO-Radio. PEPPER — Chalk up another triumph for Jane Withers, whose fan mail has already reached avalanchal proportions. Playing a role that gives her a chance to express every imaginable emotion, she handles all of her situations with a finesse that few adult actors can equal. The story deals with the regeneration, through "Pepper's" efforts, of a crabby old curmudgeon whose imagined bodily ills are largely the product of a grumpy disposition. Irvin S. Cobb plays the role and proves himself an able actor as well as a fine comedian. Slim Summerville, as "Pepper's" slovenly uncle, shares the comedy laurels. The kids will love this one — and few grown-ups will fail to acclaim it fine entertainment. Twentieth Century-Fox. YOURS FOR THE ASKING— Co-starring George Raft and Dolores Costello Barrymore, this humorous and exciting story of "the gambler and the lady," is sure-fire entertainment for any audience, and will win new popularity for its stars. Raft plays the square-shooting proprietor of a gambling casino who has aspirations to rise in the world. In Dolores Costello, the impoverished daughter of a blueblood family, he finds a mentor and an inspiration. And in the rapid-fire developments, you will find ample interest. Both of the stars give near-perfect performances but a goodly share of the picture's many laughs go to Ida Lupino, cast as a designing little hussy; to Reginald Owen, playing a genteel but unscrupulous grafter ; and to Jimmy Gleason, Lynn Overman and Edgar Kennedy who play Raft's uncouth henchmen. Put this one on your preferred list. Paramount. GIRLS' DORMITORY— A great picture, subtly dealing with a sophisticated, absorbing theme and distinguished by brilliant writing, brilliant dialogue and brilliant performances on the part of every member in a fine cast. But the outstanding feature of this picture is Simone Simon, already an established star of the European screen but a newcomer to American audiences. Imported from France more than a year ago by Twentieth Century-Fox, she makes her debut after a year of grooming and unquestionably is established by this one picture as a potential star of great importance. She possesses an impish quality that is refreshing, acting ability far above the average and an exotic but fascinating beauty that will make a profound impression. The story deals with a young student's love for her professor and the unjust accusations which threaten to drive her from school. Herbert Marshall and Ruth Chatterton, who are co-starred, are excellent. Twentieth Century-Fox. MY AMERICAN WIFE— A clever, unusually entertaining comedy drama, cofeaturing Francis Lederer, Ann Sothern and Fred Stone. Put it on your preferred list for the month. Lederer plays a foreign nobleman who marries an American girl and attempts to live in her home town in Arizona. He is misunderstood by everyone except her grandfather, a rough old stockman, who sympathizes with his desire to be a working farmer. [Continued on page 54] -IUJJ U /T?\rm ,-;] FEATURED IN CHARLIE CHAN AT THE RACE TRACK." A 20TH CENTURY-FOX PRODUCTION eau air IS EASY TO HAVE ... IF YOU KNOW HOLLYWOOD'S SECRET When a Hollywood star gets a permanent wave she doesn't take any chances with the beauty of her hair by trying out trick waving methods. She knows that the world's most highly paid beauty experts, the Motion Picture Hairstylists' Guild have tested every known waving method and she trusts their judgment and advice. 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