The Woman in Red (Warner Bros.) (1935)

DAILY PUBLICITY REVIEW e Barbara Stanwyck Proves Artistry In Dynamic Role Barbara Stanwyck has the most dynamic role of her career in her new First National production, “The Woman in Red,” which was shown for the first time locally at NOs 5 csco-sssccertesovedes Theatre yesterday. This talented star has an unusually strong vehicle in “The Woman in Red,” and makes the most of every scene. The picture, based on the popular novel, “North Shore,” by Wallace Irwin, is filled with thrills and intense dramatic action set in the luxurious atmosphere of Long Island country estates. Miss Stanwyck appears in the character of a Kentucky girl thoroughly versed in horse lore who, when the family fortunes are reversed, becomes a professional rider for a wealthy New York society woman. Through her skill as a rider she brings one blue ribbon after another to the owner, whose gratitude turns to hate when she wins the man they both love. Miss Stanwyck is charming in the lighter moments and the romantic situations, but she rises to new heights of emotional acting in the intense dramatic sequences, especially in a sensational court trial in the smashing climax, in which she is willing to sacrifice love and honor in order to save a man she knows to be innocent from conviction on a murder charge. Gene Raymond, in the role of an impoverished young aristocrat who sweeps the Kentucky beauty off her feet in a whirlwind courtship, proves himself a magnetic lover, as well as an accomplished horseman. Genevieve Tobin, always the fin“ ished actress, gives an unusually fine portrayal of the wealthy society woman who employs Miss Stanwyck and does everything to break up her love match after she herself has lost out. She brings out the vixenish characteristics of the woman of polished surface with great finesse. The romantic mix-up really is a quadrangular affair, for John Eldredge plays the part of Raymond’s rival for the love of Miss Stanwyck. He is excellent in his role of a wealthy man about town, who, when he gets into difficulty, would rather face prison or the electric chair than jeopardize a woman’s reputation. A full fledged horse show photographed at the famous Hollywood Breakfast Club, and with some of the finest of West Coast blooded horses taking part, adds to the color of the production, as also does a thrilling polo match in which Raymond proves his prowess as a polo player and horseman. There is an exceptionally large and talented supporting cast, those deserving special mention for their strong characterizations including Phillip Reed, Dorothy Tree, Russell Hicks, Nella Walker, Claude Gillingwater, Doris Lloyd, Hale Hamilton, Arthur Treacher, Ed Van Sloan, Forester Harvey, Ann Shoemaker and Gordon Elliott. Mary McCall, Jr. and Peter Milne have given the novel a strong dramatization while Robert Florey has shown a fine sense of dramatic values in his directorial work. Phillip Reed Buys A "Swell Hoss" Phillip Reed, who has an important role with Barbara Stanwyck in the First National production, “The Woman in Red,” which comes CO -ERC...0ccisseniorevscbsl Shosesssstes Theatre on sseusaevascactes clasaeea meavitye » has a brand new ny named “Mariposa” that he ought from a cowboy in Arizona. It’s a “swell hoss” says Phil—does tricks and everything. FREAK FACTS... . . AS007 HIM FAVORITES GENEVIEVE ie TOBIN ff sie oNCE woRKED THROUGH AN ENTIRE PICTURE WITH A BROKEN COLLAR BONE ss GENE RAYMOND HAD DARK HAIP UNTIL HE WAS 1] WHEN !IT CHANGED TO PLATINUM BLONDE / BARBARA [coun ~~ STANWYCK ELDRIDGE AIDES Now STARRED IN. ,, CAN'T SINK "EE Weohmare tet BED WHEN SWIMMING BECAUSE WAS FoR TWO YEAR A TELEPHONE OPERATOR & ff (So SCIENTISTS EXPLAIN ) Now REFUSES To HAVE nis SPECIFIC GRAVITY I$ 1-02 WHILE THAT OF WATER IS 1.03 eA ATELEPHONE IN HER MALIBU BEACH HOME / Mat No. 10—20c These items may also be used for local movie columns and short pro gram notes. Many exhibitors blow ’em up for display in store windows. And most important of all, hundreds of newspapers are carrying our “Freak Facts” as a regular feature. OPENING DAY @ Barbara Stanwyck In New Drama at The Strand Today Barbara Stanwyck’s latest starring picture, “The Woman in Red,” OPENS AC-ENC?.....000.sscercesrtatis Theatre today. It is a colorful and picturesque drama based on Wallace Irwin’s best selling novel, “North Shore,” and is filled with thrills and intensely dynamic situations. In addition there is a glowing romance and a sensational court trial in which a young girl allows her reputation to be torn to shatters in order to save an innocent man from conviction of murder. A society horse show, staged at the famous Los Angeles Breakfast Club, and with some of the finest and bluest blooded horses of the West Coast taking part, adds to the interest of the production. There also are exciting polo matches in which Gene Raymond, Miss Stanwyck’s romantic lead, and one of the best horsemen in Hollywood, takes active part. This is the first time Miss Stanwyck and Raymond have been cast together and the couple are said to make an ideal pair of screen lovers. There is a quadrangular love affair, Genevieve Tobin, in the role of a wealthy but vixenish society woman, being Miss Stanwyck’s rival for the love of Raymond, while John Eldredge is Raymond’s rival, both being enamoured of the star of the picture. An unusually large and talented cast plays in support of Miss Stanwyck and includes, besides the principals, Phillip Reed, Dorothy Tree, Nella Walker, Claude Gillingwater, Doris Lloyd, Hale Hamilton, Arthur Treacher, Ed Van Sloan, Forrester Harvey, Ann Shoemaker and Gordon Elliott. Robert Florey directed the picture from the screen play by Mary McCall, Jr. and Peter Milne. ON THE CAST e Barbara Stanwyck Entirely Charming In Riding Habit When one speaks of a “horsey” woman, one automatically pictures a hatchet-faced, angular female who dresses severely. BARBARA _ STANWYCK Mat No. 7 10c Barbara Stanwyck, however, plays the role of a horsey girl in “The Woman in Red,” her new First National drama, which comes TOP ENG 5. ... cuss Theatre on Pe Te Cos » and is the exact opposite of the popular conception. In the new picture, the star is a Kentucky belle who becomes a professional horse-show rider due to straitened circumstances. Her expert horsemanship makes her sought-after by wealthy horse owners, and she is hired by Genevieve Tobin to ride her blue-ribbon steeds. Miss Stanwyck’s riding clothes, designed by Orry-Kelly, are stunning. They prove that riding outfits do not have to be unbecoming and unfeminine. With the star in “The Woman in Red,” besides Miss Tobin, are Gene Raymond, Dorothy Tree, John Eldredge, Russell Hicks, Phillip Reed and other screen favorites. The picture is a thrilling drama with a sensational court trial in which a young wife faces scandal to save a man from conviction of murder. It is based on a novel by Wallace Irwin and was dramatized for the screen by Mary McCall, Jr. and Peter Milne. Robert Florey directed. PRODUCTION STORY ® Genevieve Tobin Completes Movie With Broken Bone Hollywood’s medal for bravery goes to Genevieve Tobin, blondehaired First National star. Miss Tobin was injured in an automobile accident during the filming of “The Woman in Red,” WHICH COMES TO Che .cisccsssscasscrsccsscvaccees PENGALTEHON rasa fs ee ricetre ee see » with Barbara Stanwyck in the stellar role. While on their way to Genevieve’s new home in fashionable Montecito, Calif., the actress and her mother crashed into a palm tree, both receiving broken collar bones and other painful injuries. Although advised by physicians to remain in bed until the collar bone had completely healed, Miss Tobin returned to the studio to continue work on her picture in less than a week. Genevieve spent most of her time with her right arm and shoulder tightly taped to speed the recovery of the broken bone. In the morning she arrived at the studio, accompanied by her personal physician, who cut her out of her jacket of tape and bandages. Although suffering intense pain, she was unwilling to held up production and worked almost daily. Barbara Stanwyck, Gene Raymond, John Eldredge and Dorothy Tree, who have other leading roles in the production were high in their praise of the spunky actress. The picture is a dynamic drama with a glamorous romance, based on Wallace Irwin’s popular novel, “North Shore.” Robert Florey directed it from the screen play by Mary McCall, Jr. and Peter Milne. PRODUCTION STORY t Barbara Stanwyck Wears Good Luck Necklace in Film After the release of “A Lost Lady,” Barbara Stanwyck got dozens of letters from inquisitive feminine fans, all asking the same question. “Why, Miss Stanwyck, did you wear the same necklace in so many scenes of ‘A Lost Lady? It’s a beautiful necklace, but you must have some special reason for wearing it so much...” Barbara answered those fans, telling them the reason. But since she again wears the same necklace in several scenes of her newest picture, “The Woman in Red,” the First National production now showing at the... Theatre, the reason will be revealed. The necklace, a crystal medallion on a fine gold chain, is Barbara’s most prized possession. It was given to her by her favorite sister, who died several years ago, and the actress believes it a good luck piece. She never finishes a picture without wearing the necklace in at least one scene. In “The Woman in Red,’ Miss Stanwyck has two leading men. Gene Raymond and John Eldredge. Genevieve Tobin, Phillip Reed, Dorothy Tree, Russell Hicks and Nella Walker have other leading roles. The picture is a stirring drama with a sensational court trial in which a young wife allows her reputation to be torn to shreds to save a man charged with murder. Robert Florey directed the picture from the screen play by Mary McCall, Jr. and Peter Milne, based on Wallace Irwin’s best selling novel, “North Shore.” Page Thirteen