ENTERTAINMENTS

Manawatu Herald, Volume XLVI, Issue 2734, 17 May 1924, Page 2

ENTERTAINMENTS

A spectacular drama “The Dangerous Age," will lie screened at the Kiival Theatre to-night. 'lt is a First National production by .John .M. Stalil. Among the spectacular features incorporated in the story are a thrilling race between an automobile and a train, culminating in a sensational smash-up; a horse race staged specially by the producer, with ten horses and jockeys f rom the Tia Juana track in Mexico: a magnificent cafe scene in which was instilled all of the highpitched gaiety, glamour and air of extravagance known to mark the famous old Cafe de Paris. Don't miss this picture. It’s out on its own. On Monday next a special Associated Producers’ photoplay entitled “The Man Between,” will he screen eil. Dili of thrills and some very exciting scenes, including a thrilling light amid the silent snows of the woods. A most sumptuous Gaboret scene, a strange case of mistaken identity which leads to some strange and exciting situations. It lias everything you look for in superb screen entertainments, rich settings, red-blooded action, speedy thrills and capable acting by well-known stars. Cabaret next Wednesday. BIG PICTURES AT THE TOWN HALL. Dustin Farnum, big and populur star will he seen at the Town Hall io-night in a George Uoodehild story. “Bucking the Barrier” which deals with the intense cold of Alaska's far north, and the wholesome warmth of a woman’s love. In the character of a Klondike miner Parnum is a big success and with strong support has succeeded in giving us a stirring drama. Supporting films to-night are “Clothes and Oil” comedy, News and Travelogue. Prices as usual, fid and 1/li, cmldrcii 3d and lid. flu Monday and Tuesday evenings the Foxton public will have the opportunity of seeing Emerson Hough’s “The Covered Wagon/’ produced by James Craze and played by a great cast including Warren Kerrigan, Lois Wilson and Allan liale. The story is one of exceptional heart appeal. It teems with novel scenes including the trek of a big- wagon train (two miles long) across the prairie, fording a rushing- torrent a mile wide, a buffalo hunt, an Indian attack, etc. The picture is dedicated to the pioneers of every land,'who from nothing created our present civilisation. Popular prices will be charged, viz.— 1/- and 2/-, children half-price. King 13 for seats.