AMUSEMENTS.

Hokitika Guardian, 27 April 1929, Page 3

AMUSEMENTS.

EVERYBODYS PICTURES.

11 JAZZ MAD” TO-NIGHT. hi a scene that was awe-inspiring by its very si/'.e, and occurring in a huge open-air theatre with inmirnerable thousands of spectators, “ Jazz Mad.” Universal’s great film sensation, which will he shown at the Princess Theatre

to-night, ends its story in one of the most dramatic climaxes ever presented on the screen. Photographing this tremendous scene can he classed among the marvels of filmdom and the skilful direction of F. Harmon Weight in handling the large crowd of people has given the public a sequence of unusual dramatic value. Jean Hersholt as Frank Hausmann a German composer, gives the greatest characterization among the many he has portrayed during his long career. He played the part with sympathy and just the right amount of restraint. Hersholt, after this performance, may he classed with the top few of the screen’s great character actors. Marian Nixon as Elsa, his daughter, gives an admirable performance. It is one of her most charming among the many that she has played lie re. George Lewis as her sweetheart also achieves an excellent portrayal. The two offer many romantic scenes of great beauty. r Jhe story is of Franz Hausmann, a musical composer, vjio fails to' sell liis symphony, for which he had come to the United States from Germany. When he has descended to playing in a comedy jazz orchestra to earn a living, his daughter arranges to have, his composition played by one of New York’s famous orchestras. This revives his spirit and helps win hack his former prestige as well as gaining his daughter’s happiness. The supporting cast of players is unusually good and includes Torhen Meyer, Itoscoe Karns, Andrew Arbucide, Charles Clan;, Clarissa Selwynne, Patricia Caron and the Hollywood Bowl Symphony Orchestra with Alfred Hertz conducting. A tno'cal and comedy will complete the display to-night.