The Moving picture world (October 1920)

October 9, 1920 MOVING PICTURE WORLD 743 EVERYBODY BOOSTS THE HARRY LEVEY PRODUCTION UNCLE SA OF FREEDOM RIDGE TRADE PAPERS "This picture will continue its mission of 'bringing a new fellowship into the world.' Its drama and frequent humor are true to life and it is presented with a sincerity that lifts it well above the ordinary. 'Uncle Sam of Freedom Ridge* Is a truly Inspiring patriotic subject, encouraging lofty ideals, and that wider responsibility which encompasses the world." — Moving Picture World, Oct. 9th, 1920. NEWSPAPERS PROMINENT PEOPLE "Eugene Keith as the village fool would be diffir cult to excel."— N. Y. Morning World, Sept. 27th, 1920. "Miss Montague has rendered the country a big service in her story." — Hon. Oscar Straus. "His spirit comes to life in those near him, and, especially in the girl his son loved, Roma Jones." — N. Y. Times, Sept. 27th, 1920. " 'Uncle Sam of Freedom Ridge' is as great a work as 'A Man Without a Country'."— George Creel. " 'Uncle Sam of Freedom Ridge' is a 100% American photo production of the highest artistic and technical calibre, for exhibition by 100% American exhibitors and for the entertainment of an American audience. It is the class of screen classic that unmakes the Bolshevik."— Roger Ferri, Exhibitors Trade Review, Oct. 9th, 1920. "Both houses were crowded." — N. Herald, Sept. 27th, 1920. Y. Sun and "I was never more moved emotionally than last night and I sincerely wish that this picture might be seen by every citizen of the United States." — Royal S. Copeland, M. D. Commissioner of Health, City of New York. "You cannot doubt its sincerity or fail to recognize its earnestness." — Alison Smith, N. Y. Globe, Sept. 27th, 1920. "Through your wonderful picture, the lessons of the book become so vivid that they cannot fail to make a strong impression upon all who may see the same."— Edw. S. Stitt, Dist. Supt. of Schools. "There is, however, a genuine pathos and points of appeal in this picture." — Motion Picture News, Oct. 9th, 1920. "George MacQuarrie, upon whom falls the greatest burden of the play, is a finished actor and presents Roger Blair, who tells the story in a satisfactory manner."— N. Y. Morning Telegraph, Sept. 27th, 1920. "Uncle Sam touches the heart. Few eyes were dry at the final flash. This is one picture with a purpose that entertains. The whole nation should see it." — Sam Weller, N. Y. Review, Oct. 2d, 1920. "Mr. Berangcr has directed the screen version of this much talked of story with bis usual skill. The scene and lightings too are very good. The cast is a good one."— Exhibitors Herald, Oct. 9th, 1920. "Wm. D. Corbett made an impressive Uncle Sam, strikingly like the symbolical pictures. A rare dignity marked his emotional scenes which were difficult and sustained." — Dramatic Mirror, Oct. 2d, 1920. . JM STATE RIGHTS READY NOW WIRE TODA Y HARRY LEVEY PRODUCTIONS OFFICES & STUDIOS 230 West 38th Street New York City "It is a wonderful lesson strikingly taught. I hope the picture is shown in every hamlet and town of this nation." — Grace Strachan ForsytHe, President, Assn. Women Teachers. "It is a wonderful production, splendidly produced." — British Consul General of N. Y. "A great story, excellently presented, one which leaves a deep impression and makes for the betterment of mankind, should be seen by very man, woman and child."— H. H. Charles. "As a film alone it is pretty nearly perfect." — Constance H. Shill. "I beg to congratulate you upon the beauty, charm and excellence of presentation of 'Uncle Sam of Freedom Ridge'." — Sadie American. "I consider the theme one of great worth and fully measured up to by the matter and acting." — J. E. Toole. "It Is one of the best moving picture* I have seen and it ought to be a potent force throughout the country." — Hamilton Holt, The Independent.