AMUSEMENTS.

Hokitika Guardian, 10 August 1926, Page 1

AMUSEMENTS.

EVERYBODYS PICTURES. BUCK JONES—WEDNESDAY. Speed and action—these two ingredients are foremost in “ The Timber Wolf.” a thrilling William Fox story of the lumber camps, starring the peerless Buck Jones, who appears next Wednesday evening at the Princess Theatre. Swift action and Buck Jones are synonomous—the big Fox western star thrives on rapid movement. In

“ The Timber Wolf,” Buck Jones proves the mettle of his equine pal, Silver Buck, doughty cow-pony and prize of the Jones stables. Astride his favourite mount, Buck hurtles through space; spans yawning chasms; makes maddening dashes and perilous climbs. These tingling feats of horsemanship demonstrate the hazards risked by Buck and Silver Buck before the camera. While these thrilling deeds play important parts in the unfolding of the virile drama there are numerous highlights that will cause the audience to gaze with wonder. To witness Buck in the tense moments of this picture is to know the height of action drama. Elinor Fair heads the supporting cast, playing the leading role opposite Buck. Dave Dyas, Will Walling, Sam Allen and Robert Alack have prominent roles. ‘‘Tile Ttimher Wolf” was adapted from a popular book of the same name by Jackson Gregory, noted author of western fiction. It was directed by W. S. Van Dyke from a scenario by John Stone.

The supports are a topical and a good comedy.

Coming Thursday.—Douglas Fairbanks in “ Don Q, Son of Zorro,” a United Artists big feature.