Screenland (Nov 1944-Oct 1945)

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To us G.I.'s he is a real guy, a great guy who did more than his job, and I think everyone should know he did it as a soldier for $50 a month. SGT. T. L. CANADA, Camp Patrick Henry, Va. I would like to raise my voice in protest against what is being done to Greer Garson. " It's a darn shame that this beautiful and talented lady isn't given a chance to show her scope as an actress. Instead she's in an artistic rut, always portraying a paragon of womanhood. This was very fine at first, but are we to be subjected to a lifetime of Greer as a Great Lady, no matter what the story, locale, or time? Surely whoever is responsible for this must realize that even with all her assets Miss Garson may grow monotonous to the public when she has to play the same character picture after picture. If only she'd show one little fault to mar her perfection — but no, she's always righteous. Perhaps I'm just jealous because I know I could never be perfect. But I honestly think she'd be much more human if allowed to deviate from the straight and narrow path once in a while. Miss Garson is a woman of talent and flexibility. I wish they'd give her a chance to show it. LUISA BICK, Albany 4, New York. Thanks to Screenland, I now know the story behind the (to me) mysterious disappearance of Robert. Cummings. Alyce Canfield's "Unconditional Surrender" is one of the most interesting and inspiring articles to appear in any motion picture magazine.' "Princess O'Rourke" was a delightful picture. It re-discovered Robert Cummings for me and I looked forward to seeing him again in the near future. That was several years ago, and that was the last I saw or heard of him until the above mentioned article explained the mystery. Man's inhumanity to man and the misuse of power has been well-demonstrated in this world war. Little wars against misuse of power and inhumanity are constantly taking place. It is always a grand and glorious feeling when right and justice win, whether in a large or small war. We need more people like Robert Cummings who will fight for justice regardless of the odds against him. I hope Robert Cummings will continue to refuse to appear in pictures unworthy of his talents and standards as a man. Good luck, Robert Cummings, you've earned it. ARDIS HAWLEY SNOW, Alexandria, Va. Imagine my surprise and joy when I looked through Screenland and saw a picture of Gene Tierney in a costume from her latest picture, "Dragonwyck." You see, about a month ago in a conversation with my sister I said, "Gosh ! 'Dragonwyck' would make a perfect movie, don't you think?" Whereupon she replied, "Would it ever! Especially in Technicolor." Well, I don't know whether they are making it in Technicolor, but I was very Screenland liappy to read that Gene Tierney has the role of Miranda, for Gene is one of my favorite stars. She did a swell job in "Laura" and I think that with her in "Dragonwyck" it is bound to be a hit. JOYCE ANDERSON, Superior, Wis. HONORABLE MENTION Why hasn't some Hollywood studio thought of teaming Lauren Bacall and ,\lan Ladd ? 1 hose two can portray "polished" violence with unexcelled finesse. If Lauren's repartee can compete with Bogart's cynicism, think of her stifling Ladd's obduracy ! Hollywood, team those two and the movie theaters won't be able to seat the crowds ! V. L. FOSTER, Macomb, 111. What is the matter with Hollywood keeping a fine actor like Cornel Wilde from the public? He is good looking, and has a "Million Dollar Smile." While they are giving out titles like "The Body," "The Look," etc., they ought to give Wilde the title of "The Smile." I sincerely believe that if he keeps giving performances as he did in "A Song To Remember," he'll be walking away with an "Oscar." Of course they should give him good parts, too. From different conversations, I know there are many who feel as I do and would love to know more about him. DOROTHY BROWN, Allison Park, Pa. How pleased I am to see Ida Lupino and Joan Fontaine playing comedy roles in their newest pictures ! Both have many times proven themselves capable dramatic actresses. They are wise in realizing the importance of versatility to a star's popularity, for many a star's box-office appeal has been dimmed by too much "typecasting." For several years that great actress, Bette Davis, has played only dramatic roles. Her pictures are always excellent, but they all fall into the heavy category. We fans always know what to expect — and sometimes that gets a bit dull. Miss Davis and all the other stars owe their fans an occasional taste of variety. After all, it's the "spice of life !" DON BAKER, St. Louis, Mo. Have recently attended the film, "A Medal For Benny," and I want to tell you it was one of the finest human interest stories I have ever witnessed. John Steinbeck is to be congratulated for a perfect story. And above all, I think that Hollywood should stand up and take notice of one J. Carrol Naish, for his portrayal of Benny's father was one of the finest acting jobs of the year. Other male stars out in Hollywood will have to go soijie to beat it. I'm no critic, but you don't have to be to know a good actor when you see one. When the Motion Picture Academy of Arts and Sciences start passing out "Oscars" next year, it is my opinion that Mr. Naish should be nominated as an Academy Award winner for the most outstanding supporting actor of the year. Whenever I go to a theater and see a motion picture billed with the name J. Carrol Naish I know I'm in for some excellent entertainment. So in the future, let's see a lot more oiJ. Carrol Naish, a fine actor. S/Sgt. RICHARD AARON, Peterson Field, Colo.