Picture-Play Magazine (1932)

13 and affected people gave a performance containing a measure of welcome restraint and sincerity, such as Buddy did in that sorry mess, "The Road to Reno," I'd hardly pass it off as "quite bad." On the contrary, I'd be fair enough to give the actor a speck of credit. I do not insist that Buddy lays claim to Thespian genius that should allow him to stand up with such dramatic artists as Lionel Barrymore or Edward G. Robinson. Nor do I expect you to be inspired by the beauty and divinity of his soul, in the manner of the Garboites and Novarroites. But I do consider Buddy Rogers the finest specimen of American youth ever brought to the screen, as well as the handsomest, with the "nice boy" reputation and character that some of us are still oldfashioned enough to respect ; and possessing an appealing and gracious charm, and an earnest acting ability which is entirely as commendable as that of any other young actor gracing the screen to-day. Therefore, I feel that, rather than the unflagging and discouraging panning you continually hand his work, you might now and then accord him the little word of kindness that he justly earns in some of his pictures. Evelyn Rossman. 1555 South Thirtieth Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin. To Hedda Hopper. SHE is sophisticated to a human degree — that is, nicely so. She has that something that makes folks like her — she isn't called "Hopper." She is almost always smiling a friendly smile. She plays every role as though she had lived it. She is charming, subtle, and lovely. She is never connected with scandal, she is always well-groomed, and her taste is perfect. I wish I had her sartorial elegance and her quizzical little smile. Here's to Hedda, a lady. Ann D. Inman. 505 South Pacific Street, Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Complaints from Gay Paree. WHEN fans criticize the stars is it necessary to be downright catty? I am referring to the Constance Bennett haters. My blood boils when I read some of the fans' beastly, catty criticisms. It's her clothes, or the shape of her head or, most of all, her snobbishness. Can these catty people give any proof of their miserable remarks ? Her clothes are the last word in smartness. Any one at all clothes-conscious can see that. I happen to live in Paris and know about all there is to know of smart clothes, and how they're worn. Now we come to the big question — her snobbishness. They say she is high-hat. To begin with, one has to consider the roles she portrays. Isn't it a fact that she is generally given the role of a society woman or girl ? I suppose these precious criticizers of Constance don't know how society people behave, and therefore find fault with portrayals of the "Four Hundred" on the screen. On the other hand, when given the part of a secretary some time ago. Constance acted so well that no one would have thought she wasn't a real one ! Surely that is acting without being "high-hat." Another thing which I'm all for : offscreen she dresses and acts as any other well-bred young woman and doesn't wear fantastic accessories and freakish garContinued on page 76 1. OTHER GIRLS POLITELY SNUBBED HER 2. MEN NEVER DANCED WITH HER TWICE 3. SHE WAS BROKENHEARTED BECAUSE PEOPLE DIDN'T WARM TO HER 4:. THEN SHE SAW THIS ADVERTISEMENT AND bought LIFEBUOY THAT VERY DAY 5. NOW SHE HAS MANY INVITATIONS. NO'b.O" TO KEEP HER UNPOPULAR NO ONE IS SAFE! PORES are constantly giving off odorcausing waste. Unless we take some precaution we never know the moment "B.O." {body odor) may offend. Play safe ! Wash and bathe with Lifebuoy. Its creamy, abundant lather purifies pores — removes all odor — removes germs. Wonderful for skin. Complexions stay fresh and glowing with Lifebuoy's care. It's a real beauty and health safeguard. It's pleasant, hygienic scent — that vanishes as you rinse — tells you Lifebuoy protects. Adopt Lifebuoy today. A PRODUCT OF LEVER BROS. CO