ST. JAMES
'THE DESERT SONG” Not satisfied with producing the screen’s first operetta, Warner Bros, have brought to bear all the resources of their two great Hollywood studios in making “The Desert Song” one of the most lavish productions ever shown on the screen, with a spaciousness and breadth of scene which has hitherto been ’entirely foreign to the talking picture. An imposing array of singers and screen artists -was assembled for the making of this sensational success, not to mention a chorus of one hundred magnificent voices. “The Desert Song” not only constitutes a notable truimph for the Vitaphone, but it takes its place as one of the screen’s most lavish and colourful productions. John Boles, wl» entered motion pictures from the musical comedy stage, is seen in the leading role of the Red Shadow, and other important parts are enacted by Louise Fazenda. Carlotta King, Myrna Loy, John Miljan, Johnny Arthur, Marie Wells, Jack Pratt, Edward Martindel, Otto Hoffman, Robert E. Guzman and many others. “The Desert Song” was directed by Roy Del Ruth. Excellent supporting items complete the programme.
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Sun (Auckland), Volume III, Issue 921, 14 March 1930, Page 15
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182ST. JAMES Sun (Auckland), Volume III, Issue 921, 14 March 1930, Page 15
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