THE STRAND

Sun (Auckland), Volume 1, Issue 23, 19 April 1927, Page 12

THE STRAND

“THE CALL OF THE WILD” Jack London’s most popular story “The Call of the Wild” makes a wonderful dog picture. It is the story of man’s vileness, and the fineness of brute intelligence. Buck passes through many hands, and on one occasion saves his owner from death at the hands of a villain, but finally, when his dear master is killed, Buck answers the call of the wild, and man knows him no more. The chief actors concerned are Jack Mullan, Walter Long, Laura Roessing, and best of all, Buck him self. Patsy Ruth Miller registers a distinct achievement in “Rose of the World,” the supporting film at the Strand this week. Alan Forest is the hero. The book is by Kathleen Norris, and it concerns the love of a young man for his “Rose of the World,” which is shattered by his marriage with another woman. Disillusioned, the girl also marries, and the story moves to an exciting climax which brings the lovers together again—an interesting film, excellently produced. This is a picture for young men and women who are about to be married, and are filled with illusions of perfect happiness—for men and women who may have lost their illusions on matrimony’s weary way. It’s life! On the stage “The Harris Family” continue to charm huge Strand audiences with their whirlwind harmony. They present an entirely new programme in which 20 musical instruments are used. There are all sorts of comedy stunts and vocal numbers, as well. This talented family are on a world tour and they have left a long trail of happy memories wherever they have been. Everybody loves Mildred, typical of English beauty and charm; and Connie the budding comedienne, who gives the entertainment plenty of “pep.” Then there are Jack and Les, the two brothers who sing and handle the jazz instruments with such mastery. “Father” conies last, but this perhaps is because he is most important. He direct the show, and takes an active part in the performance.