AMUSEMENTS.

Hokitika Guardian, 30 November 1921, Page 1

AMUSEMENTS.

POLLARD’S PICTURES. On Thuisiliiv Rolhnds ?,I '£ prosontino Olio ol' tin* biggest programmes ever known to iv Hokitika audience including two Special Feature Dramas altogether a total length of 14,000 feet of tilm. The first is a big British production of the famous Irish story “Garryowen” froni the novel, hy H. l)e Ycro Staopoole. The scenes are laid in Rug land ami Ireland, aind are a treat to witness after so much of the American twiddle. The climax of the picture is reached when “Garryoweii” wins the Derby and brings happiness to all concerned, The second feature starring William Bussell in “A Sporting Chance,” n Flying A. Drama, six reels will also he shown. “A Sporting Chance” is replete with those chances for quick decision and rapid action which characterise most of the> work of the popular William Russell, and admirably aided hy Fritzi Brunette, he makes as good a. showing in this picture ns he has ever done. The story too, is most unusual, and there is in air of mystery that, lasts from first title to final fndcout. that would baffle any audience. A stolen emerald, a murder, mysterious communications- in fact all sorts of mysteries combine to keep thiattention at a high pitch, when all at once the surprise is on one, and slowlv the hoax dawns on the imagination. Splendidly conceived and carried through “A Sporting Chance” is fine entertainment. Pollards Symphony Orchestra will i lav n solfM-ttM? programme. McLEAH'S PK’TURrS. 01*I'll!A lIOFSF. TIIFItSDAY. Mr McLean presents at the Opera House on Thursday evening Monte Blue in Charles Maigne's production. “The Kentuckians” by .Tulin Fox .Ttittr. A fighting son of the mountains ho spurned the man had had slandered his clan, but knew that was the truth. So in defence of his people, and (heir honor lie waged an uphill battle tba* will make your heart thump and bring tears your eyes. The rest is a story ol two worthy loos and the woman who rattle between them. It is a Paramount picture. The picture that s always worth while. \ line supporting programme will also bo screened.