The Moving picture world (February 1920)

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February 12, 1921 MOVING PICTURE WORLD 773 As the Big Five Are Shown! Albert A. Kaufman presents Allen Holubar's Drama Eternal Starring DOROTHY PHILLIPS Adapted by Allen Holubar from the theme by Olga Linek Scholl A FIRST NATIONAL ATTRACTION Trade Paper Echoes of the Big Five MARVELOUS PICTURE "A really great production — great in spectacle, drama and heart interest; one of the clearly outstanding pictures since the beginning of the art. From a box office angle it is a truly marvelous woman's picture, carrying extraordinary broad commercial possibilities. It will keenly interest women and receive their fullest approval and endorsement. Crammed full of fundamental spectacle, drama and emotional interest, the appeal which is universal. Dorothy Phillips is thoroughly splendid. The picture takes its place as a document of importance in the film libraries of the world." — Exhibitor's Herald. UNCOMMONLY THRILLING "Massive scenic effects, stirring battle scenes, elaborate processions and brilliant spectacular episodes. Battle on horseback between male and female warriors uncommonly thrilling. Arresting dramatic moments and great beauty. Photography unexcelled. Dorothy Phillips quite surpasses her former enviable record." — Moving Picture World. BIGGEST SPECTACLE EVER "Tremendously spectacular. Stands out as one of the most extravagant productions of the year. Some of the sets represent tremendous costs. The battle of the Amazons is going to produce the greatest thrill, and is one of the most spectacular you have ever seen. There is a tremendous setting with a dance on the table that is sure to be talked about. An excellent cast. Dorothy Phillips gives the performance of her career. Bank on the women liking this. One of the biggest spectacles offered in pictures." — Wids. TRULY REMARKABLE "A pageant, unusual in plot. One of the big productions of the year — lavish. Gorgeousness of sets and great variety of scenes make it remarkable. Great appeal to the audience. The number of mammoth scenes give some most wonderful photographic effects. The entire film is most artistic and the effects are beautiful."— Exhibitor's Trade Review. Newspaper Echoes of the Big Five STUPENDOUS SPECTACLE "A stupendous spectacle and the best in recent months. Vivid and real, it will leave a lasting impression. The motion picture drama has been elevated bv this conception." — Paterson (N. J.) Morning Call. APPEALS TO WOMEN "Strong and virile, one of the most stupendous offerings ever shown. Teems with action and brimming life. Great appeal to women. Acting of Dorothy Phillips is most gripping. The vast audiences that crowded the theatre were roused to the greatest enthusiasm. More stirring scenes have never been filmed. Roman court scenes beggar description. One of the most stirring films shown." Paterson (N. J.) Press Guardian. SETS CITY TALKING "It has set the town talking. The deep heart interest and human appeal cannot fail to impress all. It is a revelation." — Paterson (N. J.) Evening News. GREAT WORK OF ART "It marks a milestone in moving picture production in America. A truly great work of art and a monument to artistry. In scope of achievement and richness of presentation it sets new standards. A theme of universal appeal." — Paterson (N. J.) Sun Chronicle.