“THE TRESPASSER”

Sun (Auckland), Volume III, Issue 883, 29 January 1930, Page 14

“THE TRESPASSER”

NEW FILM FOR CIVIC More than any motion picture here, tofore made by Gloria Swanson, hef latest production,. “The Trespassers written and directed by Edmund GouM« ing, is anticipated by the cinema far..*. “The Trespasser,” which conus t* the Civic Theatrci next Saturday, is 3 sensational drama of modern life, wi h the upper social strata of Chicago as its setting. The production Is particularly not*worthy because it marks Miss Swa-i* son’s audible picture debut. In addition to speaking dialogue throughout the picture, she sings two smgs, onj a ballad style melody “Love,” writun for her by Mr. Goulding, and the othai? a standard work of wide popularity. “The Trespasser” also marks Miss Swanson’s return to fine clothes on the screen, the character she portray* being a woman of fashion of the hour* All of her colthes, even to the jewellery and other costume: accessories, were designed particularly for her and they forecast the mode months in advance. And, in addition, the star's role is one of tremendous emotional latitude, equalling and perhaps surpassing in dramatic possibilities the outstandingscreen portrayals of her career to date. Miss Swanson selected Gouldirg's story, “The Trespasser,” only alter long and careful consideration, ant it is regarded as an ideal speaking vehicle. Before beginning production, she surrounded herself with players of established reputation. The leading man is Robert Ames, who has appeared in a long list of Broadway stage productions and has several strong screen portrayals to his credit. Others are Purnell Pratt, Henry B. Walthall, Wally Albright, who is regarded as one of the most promising child actors in Hollywood; William Holden, Blanche Friderici, Kay Hammond, Mary Forbes and Marcella Corday.