Kid Galahad (United Artists) (1962)

Lola’s Long Ride ‘Kid Galahad’ Is Bronson Gets Tough On Merry-Go-Round New Mirisch Magic And Tender Role In Not So Very Merry Remember all those stories about the easy climb to movie stardom? Well, forget them. Lola Albright can tell you “it just ain’t so.” Costarring with Elvis Presley in “Kid Galahad. Gpenmg. = os ives at bie) j a): alana Theatre, through United Artists release, Lola was on the Hollywood merry-go-round for a long time before grabbing the gold ring. (“Its brass anyhow,” she comments. “Big deal.’’) Lola made her film bow in 1946, bounced from one studio to another for fifteen long years before achieving full stardom and completely enthusiastic—if somewhat bewildered —raves from both critics and public alike for last year’s surprise role in “A Cold Wind in August.” “Back in 1949 I had a hell of a swell role, in “Champion,” she remembers. Everyone said it would make me a star. Today nobody remembers I was in it... but you may have heard of a couple of kids who were on the screen with me: Kirk Douglas and Ruth Roman.” It was on television’s “Peter Gunn” series that Lola finally became an “overnight success” with audiences. Her fan mail was enormous. “Everybody wanted to know who the new star was. Movie offers started pouring in. I took the “Cold Wind” part because it was a showcase—and it did what I wanted it to do. It made producers and directors and writers sit up an say, ‘Hey, isn’t that Lola Allbright?’ Now everybody’s raving about the picture ... and my husband won’t go to see it! Act your age, he tells me. Well, I’m 37, and I am acting. And I’m finally getting the roles I always wanted: sexy. What did I know from sexy fifteen years ago, anyhow?” Elvis University Elvis Presley, currently starring in his tenth film, “Kid Galahad,” opening inccoloriweiaaes oo. at the Sear ee Theatre, through United Artists, enjoys what is probably the largest fan club in the U. S., but marvels even more at his popularity overseas. From as far away as Bangkok, teen-age Ruenruey Katerainark arrived in Hollywood to meet Elvis. She had convinced her father, a Thailand business man, that she wanted to enroll in an American business college, and he brought her to California. He was somewhat startled to learn that Presley was indeed an institution, but not the kind he had been led to believe. Lola Albright, Joan Blackman, Gig Young and Charles Bronson costar in “Kid Galahad,” which Phil Karlson directed. The Mirisch Company, under whose banner Elvis Presley’s last two movies were made, has—in the short span of three years— forged to the front as Hollywood’s most successful independent film-making organization. Their latest Presley powerhouse opens at the Sratten dations Theatre, in color by DeLuxe. A sentimental story of slugging and singing, it is a fight drama called “Kid Galahad.” Other remarkably successful productions turned out by this alert and entertainment-attuned company are “The Horse Soldiers,” “Some Like it Hot,’ “The Apartment,” “The Magnificent Seven,” “The Children’s Hour,” “One, Two, Three,” Presley’s comedy debut in “Follow That Dream” and an incendental item you may have heard about: “West Side Story.” The multi-million dollar schedule ahead of them includes film adaptations of such notable plays and novels as “Two For the Seesaw,” “Toys in the Attic,” “Irma La Douce,” “A Rage to Live” and “Hawaii,” utilizing the talent of Hollywood’s leading creators, including William Wyler, Billy Wilder, Fred Zinnemann, Robert Wise and John Sturges. “T don’t know what they want Elvis to do next,” comments his long-time manager, Col. Tom Parker, “but we'll sign sight unseen. I mean, | like that short, happy trip to the bank!” seer eee Suited To A “T” Meeting Elvis Presley means more to some people than making money. That’s something production manager Bob Relyea learned when trying to rent a 1923 Model “T” Ford for a scene in “Kid Galahad,” starring Presley and opening Se genie at the Theatre, through United Artists release. Relyea found the ancient auto in Hemet, California, but its owner rejected all offers, countering with one of her own: The Mirisch Company could use it provided her daughter could meet Elvis! The meeting was arranged, the car is in the film ... and the girl is in the clouds! Co-starred in “Kid Galahad,” which is shown in color by DeLuxe, are Gig Young, Lola Albright, Joan Blackman, Charles Bronson. Elvis portrays an ex G.I. who is better at fixing old cars than new fights. Although he is handier in the grease-pit than in the ring, as “Kid Galahad” he wins both the big battle and the boss’ sister. At film’s end, everyone is going to get married, which suits them all to thapecl (Use of this art restricted to publicity only. Use in paid advertising is expressly forbidden.) ‘Kid Galahad’ Film Charles Laughton said, “Charles Bronson has the strongest face in the business. He is also one of its best actors.” Presently co-starring with Elvis Presley in “Kid Galahad,” Bronson began his career in the theatre painting flats for a Philadelphia troupe and did bit roles for experience. He was told that he had strong talent, but that his face would type him for gangster roles. Last year, in “X-15” he played a loving husband, tender father and compassionate friend. Women, at preview showings, wrote on their comment-cards that they envy his movie-wife. Just the year before, Bronson played a rough and tumble cowboy (with a strong face) in “The Magnificent Seven.” Still KG-71 Charles Bronson Mat 1C€ “A face is only a face,” philosophises the rugged looking actor. His wife, Harriet, comments “Charlie, you’re so profound: that’s why I love you.” Bronson throws an apple at her and snarls. Their five year old daughter giggles. In addition to being an excellent snarler and apple thrower, the former Charlie Buchinski, ex-coal miner, newspaperman and artist, is a fine swimmer and _ still paints as a hobby. He is very big on deep sea fishing, very small on eating fish. He works out at a gym twice a week, keeping himself in the perfect shape he displays as Elvis Presley’s fight-trainer in “Kid Galahad.” Lola Albright, Gig Young and Joan Blackman also star in the sentimental drama with music which marks Presley’s first fight film. In it he sings six new songs, playing the part of an accidental prizefighter and on purpose troubador. Yes, he does the twist. Mat 3A Cartoonist Al Hirschfeld hits home with the main idea behind Elvis Presley’s new movie, “Kid Galahad,” opening at the Theatre, in Color by De Luxe. In the United Artists release Elvis plays a boxer with nothing going for him in the ring except a powerhouse right. He has plenty going for him out of the ring, however, including Lola Albright and Joan Blackman. Also co-starring with them are Gig Young and Charles Bronson. GIG YOUNG STARS WITH ELVIS IN ‘KID GALAHAD’ Gig Young’s real name is Byron Barr, but nobody believed that so after a few movies his studio decided to let him keep the name of a character he played in “The Gay Sisters.” The two-time Academy Award nominee is presently costarring with Elvis Presley in the sentimental drama with music, “Kid Galahad,” opening in color by DeLuxe on at the Theatre, through United Artists release. eoceccece AL LETT sears vce It was in 1951 that Gig portrayed the alcoholic composer in “Come Fill the Cup,” opposite James Cagney, and won his first Academy Award nomination. But it was on the New York stage that he drew the loudest huzzahs, for his role in “Oh, Men — Oh, Women!” and Hollywood heard the call, calling him home to co-star with Doris Day and Frank Sinatra in “Young at Heart.” He followed this with another top role in “The Desperate Hours.” Then, back in New York, Gig starred in “Teahouse of the August Moon, returning to the West Coast to co-star with Spencer Tracy and Katharine Hepburn in “Desk Set” and then with Clark Gable and Doris Day in “Teacher’s Pet,” for which he earned his second “Oscar” nomination. In the past three years Gig has divided his time between movies, TV and the stage. His most recent films include “Tunnel of Love,” “Ask Any Girl,” “Story on Page One,” “Touch of Mink” and “Kid Galahad.” On TV he starred in “Ninotchka,” “The Philadelphia Story” and “The Spiral Staircase.” On Broadway he scored a personal triumph in “Under the Yum-Yum Tree.” Gig regards his TV appearances on “Robert Montgomery Presents” with special favor, for Robert Montgomery presented him with his daughter Elizabeth’s hand in marriage! Joan And Elvis Together Again In ‘Kid Galahad’ Movie In her first few years as a motion picture actress, Joan Blackman has co-starred with Dean Martin, Anthony Franciosa, Jerry Lewis, Tony Curtis and twice with Elvis Presley. Not bad for a girl who had never taken a single dramatic lessen in her life. The beautiful young brunette now co-stars with Elvis again in “Kid Galahad,” a sentimental drama with music set against the exciting world of prize fighting. In color by DeLuxe, the United Artists film opens ........ AL othGws core asc . Theatre. In it, Joan plays the girl-friend of an exsoldier who finds himself in the prize ring—and in love—for the first time. It is her sixth film and reunites her with Presley, with whom she teamed in “Blue Hawaii.” Joan first came to Hollywood in 1956 on a modeling job. In a matter of weeks she was placed under contract by an independent film company but in 18 months she never appeared in one film. She left and in 1958 made her screen debut in “Good Day for a Hanging,” in a small role. Almost a full year went by before the fateful day she was spotted by Hal Wallis at still another studio’s commissary, and subsequently cast by him in “Career.” The moment she completed this role, she began work opposite Jerry Lewis in “Visit to a Small Planet,” and following this joined the cinematic navy to play a nurse romanced by Tony Curtis in “The Great Imposter.” Following her first happy association with Elvis, Joan felt confident enough to go out on her own, and is now a free-lancing actress. She studies dancing with Gower Champion and is coached in drama by Batami Schneider. “In Hollywood,” she comments, “you become a star first . .. then you learn how to act.” Still KG-33 Mat 2A Elvis Presley sings six new songs and does the twist in ‘“‘Kid Galahad,” opening in color ... tlhe suse ane es Theatre, through United Artists. Here he romances co-star Joan Blackman. Lola Albright, Gig Young and Charles Bronson also star in the sentimental drama with music. Presley Poses No Problems Says Kid Galahad’ Producer In an era when movie heroes are more noted for their temperament than their acting, Elvis Presley remains Hollywood’s least troublesome star. “He is less demanding than any other major star in the business,” claims David Weisbart, who has produced four Presley films, including the singer’s last two, “Follow That Dream” and “Kid Galahad,” both Mirisch Company productions for United Artists release. “That’s why producers, directors and crews love to work with him.” “Kid Galahad” in Color by DeLuxe, opens ....... at thes... Theatre, through United Artists. According to Weisbart, all vital decisions on Presley’s films are made by the production staff and not the star. “Most Hollywood stars aren’t content to act any more,” sighs Weisbart. “They also insist on functioning as producers, directors, writers, costume designers, prop men and publicity experts. They make all the decisions, whether their contracts give them the legal right or not. They remind me of the child who agrees to play ball, provided you let him pitch. Elvis is an exception to this rule. He prefers to think that those of us working behind the scenes must know a thing or two about our jobs or we wouldn’t be paid as well as we are. Apparently there is something to be said for his attitude as I notice that he was among the top ten money-makers last year. Weisbart isn’t the only production executive who regards Presley as a cooperative star. “There is no nonsense with this boy,” reports Phil Karlson, who directed “Kid Galahad,” which stars Presley in his first role as a prize fighter. “You give him a nine o’clock call and he’ll be there at nine. During shooting he always knows his lines and seldom makes suggestions. When he does, they are always constructive. More important, if you reject the idea, he takes it graciously and doesn’t sulk, walk off the set or phone his agent. It’s a real pleasure to work with him.” Prize Winner Films ‘Kid Galahad’ Fun Burnett Guffey, Oscar winning cinematographer of Elvis Presley’s latest film, “Kid Galahad,” opening at the Theatre, through United Artists, has one of the most impressive list of credits in the business. Besides “From Here to Eternity,” for which he earned the coveted Academy Award, he received other Oscar nominations for “The Harder They Fall’ (also a fight-picture) and “All The King’s Men.” Most recently you’ve seen his work in “The Mountain Road,” “Cry For Happy” and “Bird Man of Alcatraz.” For “Kid Galahad” Guffey worked in color by De-Luxe. erececee GAL THU ceatavnve Still KG-83 Gig Young and Lola Albright co-star with Elvis Presley in Mat 1A “Kid Galahad,” opening in color on atthe 2.0. F Theatre, through United Artists release. ‘Kid Galahad’ Is First Fight Film For Deft Director Phil Karlson is one of Hollywood’s most talented and versatile directors. Musical, western, comedy, drama—Karlson does them all well. His many notable pictures include “The Phoenix City Story,” “From Hell to Eternity” and “The Young Doctors.” His newest film, “Kid Galahad,” is an exciting drama with music set in the world of prizefighting. It stars Elvis Presley in his first portrayal as a boxer and opens 7-42 atthe Theatre, through United Artists, in color. Today one of Hollywood’s most experienced practitioners, Karlson did not always have a show business career in mind. He was born in Chicago and graduated from the Loyola University Law School in Los Angeles. But while still a student he had gotten a job as a gag-man at the old Buster Keaton Studios. Gifted with a tremendous sense of humor, he found this so much to his liking that he decided making movies was the business for him. In 1927 he became a_ property man and went on to become successively a film-editor, studio manager and assistant director, then director and producer. Among his recent TV credits is the original two-part program, “The Untouchables,” which led to the popular series. PAGE 9