ROYAL PICTURES

Manawatu Herald, Volume XLIII, Issue 2253, 19 March 1921, Page 3

ROYAL PICTURES

At the Royal to-night an extra special picture, with the rendering of the appropriate song, “In Old Kentucky/’ will he screened. This picture moves with lightning speed from start to finish, and for one reason alone is a notable production in that it provides the finest opportunities Anita Stewart lias ever had. The public have never seen her at her best until now, and as lit-

tle Madge, the hard-riding waif of the hills, her work is a triumph of »portrayal. The picture is produced ?Svit'll tluit master-touch that goes to make an unqualified success, and Marshall Neilnn has repeated his “Daddy Long Legs” triumph in this .-plendid sporting melodrama. This special 8,000 feet feature will he screened at usual prices.

On Monday a special double Fox feature programme will lie screened. The new Fox star, Buck Jones, will be seen in “Square Shooter.” This picture gives opportunity for daring horsemanship, with lively comedy and tense situations. The action swings from one big scene to another, but the serious parts are relieved by flashes of scintillating humour and delicious comedy. “Flames of the Flesh,” the other Mar feature, starring Gladys Drockwell, gives splendid opportunity for this popular - actress to move her audience to laughter or tears through the power of “silent drama.” Great moments abound. It is said that a storm scene at sea j„ a masterpiece of realistic reproduction. Usual prices will he charged for this programme.