“Q SHIPS”
UNUSUAL FILM FOR MAJESTIC Everyono will be deeply impressed with the remarkable film illustrating the German submarine campaign and the efforts taken by the British authorities to overcome it, which is fully described in the unusually dramatic, film, “Q Ship.” to be shown at the Majestic Theatre next Friday. The fullest assistance was given by A.uten, V.C., R.N.K., himself a Q ship the Admiralty and Commander Harold commander during the war. was en> gaged to supervise the British naval detail and to re-enact for the produce tion the thrilling encounter with, and sinking of a German submarine which gained for him his coveted distinction. No trouble or expense was spared in getting together the material and personnel for the film. The result is a convincing reproduction of history. No false notes are introduced for the sake of dramatic effect. The plain story is quite thrilling enough. There is no attempt to detract from the bravery of the German officers and men.
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Sun (Auckland), Volume III, Issue 654, 4 May 1929, Page 15
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163“Q SHIPS” Sun (Auckland), Volume III, Issue 654, 4 May 1929, Page 15
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