ENTERTAINMENTS.

Manawatu Herald, Volume XLIX, Issue 3782, 21 April 1928, Page 3

ENTERTAINMENTS.

TOWjN HALL. Not since “Dr. Jekyll and Mr, Hide” has the screen presented such an absorbing, mystery as “The Thirteenth Hour,” at tho Town Hall to-night. “The Thirteenth Hour” is primarily a mystery drama of the detective type, and the story derives a powerful interest through the association of a police dog with the solution of the baffling mystery which is the basis of the plot. Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer have introduced an exGerman police dog in this role — “Napoleon.” This four-footed actor is remarkably intelligent, and bids fair to contribute an unprecedented interest to the mystery dramas of the screen —a type of picture which, by the way, is rapidly becoming Increasingly popular* Also “Hats Off” (Comedy), News and N.Z. Scenic. Usual prices. Oscar Wilde’s clever story .“Lady Windermere’s Fan,” has been picturised and will screen at the Town Hall on Monday. Irene Rich, Ronald Colman, Bert Lytell and May McAvoy, are in the cast, Usual' prices. ROYAL. James Oliver Curwood’s “Back to God’s Country,” is the big attraction at the Royal to-night. Every scene of this spectacular outdoor picture is a cameo-like unit in this splendid example of, the motion picture art. And here is a sue where motion pictures do rise to a fin#pictorial and dramatic art. Renee Adoree again proves that she is one of filmdom’s leading stars. She is a remarkable actress and possesses a pert and fascinating French personality which fits in well with her FrenchCanadian role in this Universal production. Robert Fraser is equally deserving of praise for his successful efforts in a difficult part. Mitchell Lewis, whom we have long known as a deep-dyed villain, plays a sympathetic role in this picture and does astoundingly well, proving that a good actor can essay any type of characterization. 'Walter Long glowers and plots well as the unscrupulous ship captain. With “What an excuse” (Comedy), and News. Prices 1/- and 1/6. Children 3d and 6d.