ENTERTAINMENT.
TOWN HALL.
Supernatural powers of a Papuan witch-doctor, a grimly effective “fear plot” instigated by a trio of outcasts to frighten a pearl trader out' of a fortune, and a lonely tropic island setting—these are some of the unique ingredients of “Black Magic,” a “different” picture which is at the Town Hall on Saturday. The atmosphere oi‘ weird mystery and eerie happenings has been skilfully maintained by George B. Seitz, the director, end is built up to a climax of notable intensity. Henry B. Walthall, Josephine Dunn, John Holland, Earle Foxe walk off with the acting honours, with such players as Ivau Linow, Dorothy Jordon, Fritz Feld, Sheldon Lewis and Blue Washington handling the supporting roles. Also “Bug Bug” (Comedy), and News. Usual prices. If you like an ingenious plot uhii-h combines thrilling mystery ami appealing romance, you will be enthralled with the photoplay of tin* Wilkie Cullius hook —“The Woman in White." The picture has also great sLur value, for Blanche Sweet, who is ‘known all the world over as one of the screen’s most popular stars, has the leading role, anti her new leading man —Haddon Alason —is said to be an absolute not with the dappers —end even the married women's hearts. “The Woman in WTiite’’ is a wonderful film ti be screened on Monday next at usual prices.
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Manawatu Herald, Volume LI, Issue 4426, 13 March 1930, Page 2
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223ENTERTAINMENT. Manawatu Herald, Volume LI, Issue 4426, 13 March 1930, Page 2
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