Moving Picture World (Oct-Dec 1914)

7SS THE MOVING PICTURE WORLD the spectators with considerable force. It is well acted and, for a comedy of this nature, very enjoyable. THE TRAGEDY THAT LIVED (Selig). Oct. 2-1.— A picture drama by James Oliver Curwood. illustrating the fatality of love, which has been finely produced by Collin Campbell. The plot is an unusual one and the acting is splendidly done by Kathlyn Williams and Whee er Oakman a, Mary and .Tohn in the opening scenes. Many peculiar and startling incidents are vividly shown, during both the picture proper and the vision portion, which occurs in a dream to Mary, who, falling asleep sees a tragedy enacted of one hundred years ago. This picture is especially interesting to fatalists or those given to "new thought." THE SQUASHVILLE SCHOOL (Biograph), Oct. 26.— The little ol* red schoolhouse is certainly much derided in this visualization, an« those who there received the rudiments of what education they have acau^rV never saw such scenes as are depicted in this ottering It gets laughs through the absurdities foisted on the spectators. On the same reel with "The Villainous Uncle." THE VILLAINOUS UNCLE (Biograph), Oct. 26.— A burlesque on an old fashioned melodrama. On the same reel with "The Squashville School." WOOD B WEDD AND THE MICROBES (Edison). Oct. 26.— Eleventh of the series exploiting the sentimental experiences of Wood B.. written by Mark Swan, directed by Charles Ranson and featuring William Wadsworth. It is a sort of travesty on the microbe and bacilli theory. A vacuum cleaner, fumigation spray and a vapor bath are utilized to get him into a condition to pose as a suitor. He finally escapes clothed in the bath cabinet. This picture gets much laughter. RIVALRY AND WAR (Essanay), Oct. 2(1.— A comedy in which Wallace Beery figures as producer and leading comedian. This picture is really vefy comical. It embroils the various characters in all sorts of funny situations which are not untangled until the closing scene. For laughing purposes this picture is certainly a success. Leo White and Betty Brown divide honors with Mr. Beery. HEARST-SELIG NEWS PICTORIAL NO. 69 (Selig). Oct. 26.— In this news pictorial is shown a procession in which El Zanbeth Shriners are shown parading through the streets of a western city and their weird ceremonies and procession to Hopi Point, in a canyon in the Sierras; Pennsylvania defeats Navy in gridiron battle; scenes of the collision between the steamships Melspan and Iowan ; street scenes during Columbus Day street parade and also scenes of the water carnival at San Francisco. War scenes are shown in Louvain, German troops on guaru after the invasion, ruins of Rue station. Hotel de Ville. etc., also ruins of ancient market place and St. Bierre and soldiers marching in the streets with the famous goose step. An interesting exhibition. THE CAVE DWELLERS (Vitagraph), Oct. 26.— A very interesting and laughable comedy which Elaine Sterne has written to feature little Bobby Connelly. In the main it is juvenile and Sonny Jim and his pals have a "terrible" adventure, which proves a lesson to them. This is a very edifying visualization. and many spectators will remember their qualms of conscience and stomach after they took the first pull at father's pipe. And, Oh, Gee! the masked men and the awful noise. This picture is worth seeing. Licensed Specials AXXE OF THE MINES (Vitagraph), Oct. 20.— A special two-part feature, produced by Ulysses Davis from the scenario of Adele Pierce. This is a story of the mines, in the plot of which there is prevalent a great deal of treachery and intrigue. The scenes are laid in and about the mines surrounding a small mining town. There is a thrilling rescue scene of the hero by his sweetheart, after an explosion. The photography merits mention. Myrtle Gonzalez does exceptional work in the title role, and is finely supported by the others in the east. This release is generally satisfactory. MARTIN CHUZZLEWIT (Eiograph), Oct. 20.— A two-part picture play visualized from Charles Dickens' novel of the same name, "Martin Chuzzlewit." The action of the picture, in its various scenes, has been kept as closely as possible to the occurrences depicted by the author. Almost every one that views the picture will remember the various characters. The backgrounds, both interior and exterior, have been selected with care, in accordance with the period in which the scenes are supposed to have taken place. Acting, costuming and photography are exceptional. A fine production. THE FALSE GUARDIAN iKalem), Oct. 21.— A picture drama in two acts, featuring Alice Hollister, supported by Harry Millarde and a good cast of supporting actors, directed by Robert G. Vignola. From the opening scene this picture grows in interest, from the fact that it contains in its action intensity and suspense as to the finale outcome. An accidental auto wreck is one of its features. This picture holds the closest attention and is splendidly acted and photographed. THE HOPELESS GAME (Lubin). Oct. 21.— A two-reel melodramatic picture that has perhaps been written to convey a lesson. Henry M. Dexter is the author of this strenuous production and Harry C. Myers directed it and played the leading part, that of a gambler. Rosemary Thehy is the suffering girl and Brinsley Shaw the dishonest husband. That it is finely acted goes without saying, but little can be said in favor of the plot or theme. HER MOTHER WAS A LADY (Lubin), Oct. 22.— A mixture of melodrama and comedy, written by Shannon Fife and produced by John Ince. who plays the leading role. This release is in two parts and en padded to the limit, evidently. It has been well produced, photographed and the acting is fully adequate. There is a great deal in the construction of the scenario that seems ridiculous; however, it is not devoid of interest. 'i.i i I two-parl picture play has been reviewed a1 length by Louis :. ' prison in the Moving Picture World and can be found on page 30, issue of Oct. 3, 1014. THE PRIVATE OFFICER (Essanay), Oct. 23.— Though the caption of this two-part drama is rather puzzling to the spectator at first, the development of the plot rapidly evaporates the enigma. Francis X. Bushman essays a dual role most artistically and is ably assisted by Beverly Bane, Thomas Commerford and Lester Cunen. The pint is laid at Fort Barton and most of the scenes take place in the environments of the barracks. This visualization is very edifying. GOODBYE SUMMER (Vitagraph), Oct. 24. — A two-part feature which is very artistically produced by a cast made up of Norma Talmadge, Antonio Moreno, Paul Scardon. Van Dyke Brooke, little Bobbie Connelly and others. Mrs. Owen Eronson is the author, who has used a theme which, while not new, is cleverly constructed. Miss Talmadge docs some clever emotional work verj convincingly. Some beautiful exterior scenes are used as backgrounds thai have been artistically photographed. Comparatively speaking, it is an average release PLAYING WITH FIRE (Selig), Oct. 26— A two-act special which uses up two reels of film in exploiting the conditions existing in a household between a man, his wife and another man. This is an old theme that has been worked so threadbare that hardly a shred is left to utilize. A foolish but innocent woman reaps her reward in the last scene — hopes destroyed by fire. Not an altogether wholesome release, but a vivid lesson to careless and thoughtless spectators. THE LYNBROOK TRAGEDY (Kalem), Oct. 26.— A picture drama in two parts, featuring Alice Joyce, supported by a strong cast, including James B. Ross, Tom Moore, Mary Ross and Jere Austin, that most ably portray the characters in Mrs. Owen Bronson's effort, directed by Kenean Buel. The plot and theme of this release appeals to the prurient and shallow-minded spectators. It is well photographed and splendidly acted. Independent BILL JOINS THE W. W. W. (Komicl, Oct. 23. — The slangy subtitles are the best part of this picture of the office boy's escapades. It is laughable, but is not, perhaps, so good as others of the series have been. It will go pretty well. OUR MUTUAL GIRL (Reliance), Oct. 26.— Series No. 41. In this number Margaret views New York from the Brooklyn bridge, visits a celebrated modiste, and takes some golfing lessons from Alex. Smith. The scenes are all entertaining, though there is very little plot in this number. A MOTHER'S INFLUENCE (Majestic), Oct. 27— Billie West and Wallace Reid play the lovers in this offering. The story is well-pictured but not very new as to plot. The couple marry against her father's wishes. Later the young husband is tempted to steal, but remembers his mother's teachings and refrains. An average reel. A RI'DE AWAKENING (Beauty). Oct. 27. — An acceptable picture of the husband's dream after a night out. He thinks that wiiey is also "fast" — drinks, plays cards and tangos. That she has a dindy time in the dream will make the picture go. It is amusing and there are laughs in it. SWEET AND LOW (American), Oct. 28. — A picture that has a very pretty story told in a charming way. It is sentimental, has a happy ending without the too harrowing things that are sometimes shown. There is a child player in it who is sure to win her way with any audience. It is a great offering for women and children. A RACE FOR A BRIDE (Sterling), Oct. 20.— An eccentric comedy number, in which the girl's father promises her hand to the one who first brings in a justice of the peace. One of the lovers is thrown in jail, escapes, and is followed by the justice with a gun. He wins. This is fairly well presented and moderately amusing. THE AVAILING PRAYER (Reliance), Oct. 30.— This is the story of a poor father who needs money to send his child to another climate for her health. He steals the firm's money, but is knocked down by thugs, who make away with nothing but his empty bag. He gets credit for saving the money. This story treads on very familiar ground. Its interest is helped out by good action in the latter scenes and unusually good photography throughout. CURSED EY HIS BEAUTY (Keystone). Oct. 31.— A woman painter induces the ice man to pose for her attired in some leopard skins. Her husband and his wife appear and start trouble. The humor of this i very ionise and there is not much of a commendable nature in the film. HIS BIG CHANCE (Victor), Nov. 2.— This clever little comedy is a sort of reversed version of Monsieur Beaucaire. The young prin visiting America, passes herself off as a maid. Later she induces her mistress to pass her off as an heiress in Newport society. A fortune hunter becomes engaged to her and frees her instantly when he learns I is a maid. Later, when the fact leaks out .that she is realty a princess, he repents. Mary Fuller plays the part of the girl. Tl e raphy is gnod and the story pli THE WALL I1ETWEEN (Sterling), Nov. 2.— A comedy number I on the familiar situation of a widow and widower living on opposite sides of a dividing stone wall. They quarrel and the children bring them together. The idea has, of :i used frequently; the 3el ! i n hi photography are attr tctive. THEY DIDN'T KNOW (Crystal), Nov. 3.— A fair comedy number, the three principal characters being Vivian end Mike and Hans. The story of rivalry for her hand. The plot is very slight and the humor THE STAR C'ZEI! i Nestor I . Nov 3.— This i intains quite an ini ous little plot, the scenario being written by Calder rohrj tone. Murdock MacQuarrie plays the pari of an old man with a telescope, through which he allows people to look nt the heavens for live cents. The telescope sets the house on fire. A pretty love affair is thrown in. The ter of the old man is now and appealing, and the story is ing.