MAJESTIC

Sun (Auckland), Volume III, Issue 712, 11 July 1929, Page 17

MAJESTIC

“COHENS AND KELLYS” TOMORROW

This evening sees the final screening at the Majestic Theatre of the programme which includes “The Farmer’s Wife,” a jolly story of English country life starring Lillian I-lall-Davis and Jameson Thomas, also “The Forger,” the exciting mystery drama from the pen of Edgar Wallace, starring Lillian Rich and Nigel Barrie. The new programme at the Majestic Theatre tomorrow will be headed by the uproarious comedy, “The Cohens and Kellys.” Eyes and throats, hands and hearts, will be called when one sees “The Cohens and Kellys.” Eyes with which to cry; throats with which to laugh: hands to clench and hearts to beat over the love affairs of a charming young couple. Such are the results produced by this interesting, happy picture of the affairs of a Jewish and an Irish family. Everything doesn’t go smoothly, however, and suspense grows up to the end. Many surprising turns of events occur that are led up to with skill and facility. The acting in the picture is far above the average, with a cast comprised of many old-timers with stage and screen •experience. Charlie Murray is perfectlv cast ns a policeman, and Kate Price as his wife. The two give many rollicking moments to the picture. Opposite them are George Sidney and Vera Gordon, both artists of long standing, who have become famous for dramatic roles and prove an effective pair of workers in “The Cohens and Kellys.” Two small boys gifted with unusual talent are in this photoplay. They are Mickey Bennett and Bobby Gordon, the latter being unrelated to Vera Gordon. , ~ • In fact, from the very top all the wav down to the Irish and Jewish dogs the' casts are superb. Olive Hasbrouck is a pretty Jewish girl, while Jason Robarrts makes a splendid “Irisher” speed cop. Excellent supporting items will also be shown. On the pictorial side there will, be a Majestic Magazine, and an Eve’s Review with all the latest news, and a comedv. In addition there will be a gorgeous stage presentation, “The Lotus Flower/’ arranged by Miss Cecil Hall.