Universal Weekly (1917-1934)

THE MOVING PICTURE WEEKLY 19 LOIS WEBER'S NEW STAR. I OIS WEBER has completed a companion picture to "The Price of a Good Time." Under the title of "The Doctor and the Woman," this new Jewel production will be shown at the Theatre, on "The Doctor and the Woman" is the photoplay adaptation of Mary Roberts Rinehart's popular novel "K." Originally published in McClure's Magazine, the demand for it to appear in book form eventually caused it to run through several editions. Always seeking for screen material, Lois Weber is said to have had her attention called to "K," with the result that arrangements for its picturization were immediately effected. As a moving picture drama, it is confidently stated by Jewel Productions, Inc., that its popularity will exceed that of its immediate predecessor, "The Price of a Good Time." Mildred Harris, the dainty little star who enacted the principle role in the latter production, again assumes the stellar part in "The Doctor and the Woman." With her appears True Boardman, whose work in recent serials showing him as a gentlemanly highwayman, has made him one of the really popular film stars. As Sidney Page, the girl who figures so importantly in the redemption of the doctor who attempts to hide himself from all his friends as the result of disgrace. Miss Harris has an exceptional opportunity to show her histrionic ability. Boardman appears as "K. LeMoyne," the doctor, and his versatility in portraying this character is sure to win him additional iriends. FROM THE NOVEL "K." \X7HY should a famous physician suddenly sacrifice friends, fame and fortune — disappear to hide his head in shame from his fellow practitioners? What reasons are powerful enough to cause him to thus give up the benefits that came as the result of a lifetime's endeavor? "The Doctor and the Woman," the Jewel adaptation of Mary Roberts Rinehart's powerful novel "K," tells the story of this physician's predicament. Photoplay patrons who attend the Theatre, will have the opportunity of seeing it when the management of that theatre present it on Of special interest is the fact that "The Doctor and the Woman" was directed by Lois Weber, whose recent production "The Price of a Good Time," created such a sensation in this community. True Boardman appears as co-star with Miss Harris, enacting the role of "K LeMoyne," the physician who seeks to hide himself from his fellowmen. WE>P LIKE TO KNOW A DEPARTMENT WHICH ANY EXHIBITOR CAN START IN HIS DAILY PAPER. question as to Lois Weber's rank as a director came up. How is she generally regarded? Can you give the best examples of her work? Anna Sterling. Answer : Miss Weber easily ranks with the foremost moving picture directors the industry has produced. The productions which have attracted the most attention are "Where Are My Children?" "The Dumb Girl of Portici," "Shoes," "The Eye of God," "The Price of a Good Time," and "The Doctor and the Woman." The last named is her most recent work. Sample cut. I Moving Picture Editor: Kindly answer the following questions : Which stars appear in "The Doctor and the Woman?" Who directed this feature? Can you tell me whether it will be shown locally? A. W. Answer : Glad to oblige you, A. W. Mildred Harris, who appeared in "The Price of a Good Time," and True Boardman are the featured stars in "The Doctor and the Woman." Lois Weber produced the picture for Jewel. Yes, the production is to be shown locally and if you will watch the advertising columns of this paper you will find the theatre which will present it. Moving Picture Editor: Do you happen to know whether Mildred Harris is a graduate of Vassar? I recently saw her in a Jewel picture and she greatly resembles a girl who was my classmate. Her name isn't Harris, but I suppose movie players adopt screen names. Marie R. B. Answer : According to a biography we have just received, Mildred Harris has never attended Vassar. As a matter of fact, she could scarcely have attended that institution at the time you mention, inasmuch as she recently attained her seventeenth birthday. Miss Harris was born at Cheyenne, Wyo., and was privately educated. "To our knowledge, she has never been East for any purpose. Her "screen" name is her real name. Moving Picture Editor: In a discussion regarding the relative merits of different directors, a To the Moving Picture Editor: I am very anxious to become a moving picture actress. Have heard that there are correspondence schools which could help fit me for a screen career. Would you advise me to get in touch with one? Could you give me the name of the best? Or would you suggest that I go to Los Angeles and apply at the studios? My friends advise the latter course, since I am unusually attractive and have had considerable experience in amateur theatricals. Rose N. Answer : We hate to puncture your screen ambition. Rose N., but our advice to you is that you save your money rather than throw it away by sending it to the so-called correspondence courses in moving picture acting. Nor do we advise you to visit Los Angeles for the purpose of taking your chance in breaking into pictures. We are told by the best authorities that Los Angeles is filled with girls who have made vain trips to that city in hopes of becoming screen artistes — only to find themselves stranded. Only once in a blue moon is an inexperienced girl fortunate enough to obtain entre into screen circles. What we do advise is that you stay right here, where you have your home and friends — and where you can find happiness and contentment if you look hard enough for them. "DOCTOR AND THE WOMAN." COMES TO THEATRE. "THE DOCTOR AND THE WOMAN," a Jewel feature produced by Lois Weber and presenting Mildred Harris and True Boardman, will be the attraction at the on To the many admirers of Mary Roberts Rinehart's novels, this announcement will come as a pleasant surprise since "The Doctor and the Woman" is a screen adaptation of this popular authoress' story "K." Published in McClure's Magazine.