MAJESTIC THEATRE

Rotorua Morning Post, Volume 3, Issue 657, 9 October 1933, Page 3

MAJESTIC THEATRE

TO-NIGHT AT 7.30 Writing a new chapter in the brief ' history of real all-star pictures, Fox Films drew upon the finest talent of Hollywood to bring Phil Strong's Literary Guild prize novel, "State ' Fair" to the screen. It opens to-night ! at the Majestic Theatre. The cast chosen to portrray the characters of the best-selling novel includes Janet Gaynor, Will Rogers, Lew Ayres, Sally Eilers, Norman Fos- ' ter, Frank Craven, Louise Dresser iand Yictor Jory. There is also Blue Boy, 900 pounds of grand champion Hampshire boar. In assembling this imposing array ' of star talent, Fox upset precedent in two ways. It went beyond its own studio contract roster to secure Ayres as Miss Gaynor's sweetheart, and it ehose all of the stars to fit roles, ' rather than building parts- to suit player personalities. "State Fair," a story rich in romanee and comedy, deals with the ■ loves and adventures of a Middle ; , Western farm family. Abel Frake, his wife, his daughter and son go to the state fair. There the children become involved in romances while the parents are competing for prizes. Miss Gaynor is seen as a demure and lovely farm girl who learns about love from a fascinating young news- ' paper reporter. It is said to be her most appealing characterisation since her unforgettable Diane of "7th Heaven."