AMUSEMENTS.

Hokitika Guardian, 20 October 1932, Page 3

AMUSEMENTS.

r ' r EV E RYBO DY’S PICTU R EB. ‘‘APE YOU L ISTEN INGP’? One of the most pretentious casts ever seen in a motion picture will be at the Princess Theatre to-night when the new Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer production, “Are You Listening?” opens, f- William Haines has the male lead, as Bill Grimes, unhappily married, and yet in' a position that call's for him to make others happy. Madge Evans plays opposite Haines—which is certainly a good omen for the entertainment value of this picture. Another prominent member of the cast is Karen „ Morley, whose meteoric rise to screen / fame is well known, and also Anita Page is cast in a role that gives scope for her talent. Wallace Ford, who played with Joan Crawford in “Possessed,”- assumes the role of a comedian, whilst Quite the reverse is* the role of John Miljan, who is cast as a, scheming newspaper editor. Jean Hersholt’s role also is prominent; and still further Neil Hamilton and Joan Marsh are to he seen. TKe story of ‘Are. You Listening?” holds many surprises. Its dramatic strength is said to he excellent, whilst William Haines does not miss with his dashes of whimsical humour. Bill Grimes works in a radio station writing snappy, humorous advertising sketches; but his unhappy married life causes him to lose interest in his work, and he is fired. However, his one bright spot is his love for Laura, a beautiful young singer who entertains over the air. Tn a. despondent mood, when his wife creates a scene. Bill strikes her, and she falls dead. He runs immediately to Laura, and together they rush away from the Law. Tt is only when the police seek the aid of the radio that the unhappy couple realise what a terrible plight they are in. Eventually, they are caught, and return to the city. How the action and thrills finally work out helps make “Ai;e You Listening?” a most enjoyable picture. A good supporting programme will also he shown.