Visual Education (Jan 1923-Dec 1924)

266 VISUAL EDUCATION August, 1924 herself into a trying situation which results in the breaking of her engagement. Then in another situation, in which she and the villain's wife, working separately but to the same end, expose the villain as a rum-runner. Joan regains her lover and the story closes with the stereotyped ending. A character like Joan in real life would create a feeling of repulsion, but Miss Compson puts so much of her own individuality into the part that she gains the sympathy of her optience. She is supported by a fair cast in which Ben Finney, as Grant North, plays the part of a very reluctant-footed hero who, however, always comes to her rescue at the opportune moment. The photography is exceptionally good. This is decidedly not a story for young folks. Released by W. W. Hodkinson. "THE BEGGAR MAID" AND OTHER ART FILMS IT was rather a large-sized order to ask that the great masterpieces of art be brought to the motion-picture screen in such a manner that both highbrows and lowbrows, young and old, would be interested ; further, that the artistic sense of those who really understand and enjoy art would be satisfied, while at the same time those who admit knowing nothing and caring less about art would be forced to an interest in and an appreciation of the work of the world's greatest painters. Nevertheless, this is just what is being accomplished in a series of tworeel productions which the Triart Producing Company is offering to the public. Four of these pictuers have been completed to date : "The Beggar Maid," "The Young Painter," "The Bashful Suitor" and "Hope." Though it has the Unduplicated Screen Satisfaction When buying your projection equipment be sure of 1 00% satisfaction by selecting the DA-LITE Screen. No matter what type of auditorium or class room you may use, you will find the DA-LITE Screen will give true visibility from any angle. The remarkable reflective powers as contained in the optical properties make this high standard of projection possible. Material Finished and Colored by Hand The basic material used is woven especially for DA-LITE Screens and is quite different from the loosely woven window shade fabric or ordinary screens. Every foot of it is carefully finished and colored by hand, insuring a surface that does not rub or peel off and can be cleaned or resurfaced without removal from the theatre. DA-LITE Screens from every point of usage insure better projection — less current and longer service. Write today for samples and literature. Our many hundreds of users offer our best recommendations. DA-LITE SCREEN AND SCENIC COMPANY 922-A West Monroe Street Chicago sound of sacrilege, in each case a melodrama has been woven about the painting, with an effect that is surprisingly artistic. Each one of these short subjects introduces you to the famous artist in his studio, tells how he received the inspiration for his painting, and then either pictures the genesis of that inspiration or sketches a romance that centers around the painting. THE BEGGAR MAID was made from Sir Edward Burne-Jones' celebrated piture, inspired by Tennyson's poem, and thus has a double educational value. It shows the artist in his studio reading Tennyson's poem to his young friend, the End, who is in love with the daughter of his gardener. Then is pictured the love story of the Earl and the girl of lowly birth, and how they are brought together in the studio of the artist who paints them' as King Cophetua and the beggar maid. Suggested by one of Rembrandt's masterpieces is THE YOUNG PAINTER, which introduces us to a youthful pupil of Rembrandt to whom the great painter is an inspiration. The picture depicts the tragic and appealing story • of the youth's unhappy love and his struggle to attain fame. A. R. C. Jr. R. C. Recreational and Educational Motion Pictures AMERICAN RED CROSS and JUNIOR RED CROSS motion pictures on subjects of service and hygiene, together with beautiful scenics of foreign lands, are available to schools, churches and clubs, and other non-theatrical organizations through the SOCIETY FOR VISUAL EDUCATION, Inc., the exclusive national distributor for these productions. Rental rates — $2.00 per reel per day — $10.00 per reel per week. Libraries are located from coast to coast thus insuring prompt service and minimum transportation charges. All inquiries and bookings should be sent direct to the Society for Visual Education, Inc. 327 So. La Salle Street CHICAGO