The New Movie Magazine (Jan-Sep 1935)

You Tell Us (Continued from page 54) old or young. — A. Hamilton, Sr., 539 E. Fifth Street, Los Angeles, California. And New Movie is pleased to print your letter, Gran'dad. That Certain Charm What has become of that splendid actor, Otto Kruger? So many of his parts were not good enough for him. He was excellent in "The Crime Doctor" and he really is an engaging lover. There is a certain charm about him. Won't they please bring him back soon as the hero in a good love role? I sincerely hope so as everyone I know seems to like him. — Mrs. 0. C. Andrews, 3325 Halloway Court, Cincinnati, Ohio. Watch for him in Warner Brothers' picture, The Casino Murder Case. Team Jimmy and Shirley Again? I have just seen that marvelous picture, "Bright Eyes," the latest Shirley Temple picture. Shirley was as sweet as ever but I think credit should go to James Dunn for such a convincing performance as Shirley's aviator friend. The way he handled his role was simply marvelous. He was grand in "Baby Take a Bow," and "Stand Up and Cheer." I think Shirley Temple and James Dunn make a swell team and should go on being teamed. — Mrs. Peggy Corcoran, 22 E. 106th St., New York, N. Y. Watch for Shirley in "The Little Colonel" and Jimmy in George White's "Scandals." Producers Please Notice! Producers, why not give Joan Crawford a break? Her loyal fans have suffered through a series of meaningless pictures such as "Sadie McKee" and "Chained," hoping against hope that she would eventually be given an opportunity to do a real characterization. The greatest talent in Hollywood is being wasted in trite stories, wrapped up in Adrian gowns. Why not give Joan a chance to reveal the reach and depth of her marvelous talents? Who else could do "Joan of Arc" as well as she? Joan Crawford symbolizes courage, and even resembles physically the famous Maid of Orleans. I can think of no greater treat for the new year than "Joan of Arc" portrayed by her prototype, the incomparable Crawford ! — Mrs. H. D. Cooksey, 2709 Lochmore Ave., Raleigh, N. C. Good for you, Mrs. Cooksey. We were worried about Joan too. Read our story "They're the tops." Thanks to Hal Roach Hats off and three cheers for Laurel and Hardy ! At last little Bill, age seven, was allowed to see a picture. In fact, we all went to see "Babes in Toyland." And if you think children don't respond to suitable and well made pictures, you should have been in the audience watching this picture. Mouths open, eyes wide, and many wide grins, all attested a most appreciative audience. Each and every fantastic character was greeted with delight and recognition. The children lived, for a time, with Tom Thumb, the bogyman, and the villainous landlord. Laurel and Hardy gave my child a fanciful but convincing afternoon. Furthermore, I know mothers appreciate a picture like this that is suitable and enjoyable for their children. — Mrs. F. R. Warner, 894 18th Avenue, S. E., Minneapolis, Minn. Mrs. Warner, what would lew indeed — and the color is actually in advance of the season— thanks to a new RIT service. Write today for PARIS m'x'' COLORS with silk samples of the newest shades for Spring and Summer — and RlT"ColorRecipes"for matching them. Simply by combining 2 Rit colors according to the recipe— you get fashionable shades never possible before in home dyeing! Instant Rit (not a soap) soaks in deeper— sets faster — and lasts longer than ordinary "surface" dyes. Insist on Rit and Rit only! s a convenient scored afer; easier to measure; Bpjl won't sift out of the package. FRFF Miss Rit 1401 W Jackson Blvd., met Chicago, Illinois Please send me your FREE folder C-73 of Rit Color Recipes with actual silk samples of leading Paris shades for Spring and Summer. Name Address City. (If* enient, paste c . ..State i penny poet card) you think of special pictures for the kiddies alone? It has been suggested. Dear Jeanette: I know that Jeanette MacDonald has so many fans that I will not count for much, but "little drops of water and little grains of sand," you know the rest. You see I never cared very much for her. I don't know just why. Well I saw "The Merry Widow" and heard Jeanette sing "Vilia." That song was so exquisitely sung that I almost swooned. It's the truth. I love a beautiful singing voice, but if there is no feeling put into the song it is out with me and that is that. Let me say this to Jeanette MacDonald: Please sing all of your songs as beautifully as you did "Vilia." "Music hath charms" and Miss MacDonald is lacking in neither of the above. — Mrs. Jean Auer, 1210 N. Van Buren Street, Milwaukee, Wis. Jeanette will read your plea here, Mrs. Auer. Fans and Friendliness Quite a few months ago it was announced over our local radio station that Ann Harding would stop here in a plane for a few minutes. Now Miss Harding had many fans here and those who were lucky enough to hear the message rushed out to the airport hoping to get a glance of the lovely Ann. The plane came and what a disappointment we had, for our beloved movie star wouldn't even glance out the window. One or two fans did get a little peep in the door but I do think she could have said hello for we small town folks don't often have the opportunity to see our beloved movie stars in person. I am sure if Miss Harding knew how hurt we were she would have been a wee bit friendly. — Mrs. Thelma Carson. General Delivery. Monroe, La. Did you read "Just Let Me Act" in our March issue? Ann wasn't unfriendly, she was just shy and scared. Notes on Voices A very large bouquet for Ann Harding, the essence of beauty, charm, femininity and culture. And her voice! That alone would draw me. How I should like to see her play opposite Ronald Colman, even in that old picture, "Dark Angel," that he made with Vilma Banky a long time ago. Then a tribute to Kay Johnson with her^fine speaking voice. Wasn't she splendid in "This Man Is Mine" (she really stole that picture) and "Eight Girls in a Boat"? I am pleased that such good material, as "Anne of Green Gables," etc., is being used for pictures. We grown-ups enjoy them every bit as much as the children, maybe more. — Elsie S. Gould, Londonville, N. Y. Part of the charm of both Anne and Kay is in their lovely voices, Elsie. Welcome Back, Gloria After an absence of two years Gloria Swanson returns to the screen in "Music in the Air." Gloria will astonish her most ardent fans. She sings beautifully, she makes love and plays comedy with a very deft touch. Teemed with her is John Boles who also sings and performs comedy as though he were having the time of his life. Both turn in grand characterizations. 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