PLAZA

Sun (Auckland), Volume III, Issue 925, 19 March 1930, Page 14

PLAZA

“THE COCK-EYED WORLD” Those to whom “What Price Glory” was a treat are finding something of equal merit in its sequel, “The CockEyed World,” the current feature at the Plaza Theatre. Even if this production does not catch the same popular note as “What Price Glory,” it will go down as good entertainment. Victor McLaglen takes his usual part as a real tough guy made up of muscle and cuss words, but with a kindly heart beneath it all. Edmund Lowe appears as his friend, even though their friendship is often overcome by the bitter rivalry that exists between them and which places them in many laugh-ter-provoking situations. These men aro two of the United States marines, who call here, there and everywhere to keep law and order —in a kind of peaceful war. The rivalry between Sergeant Flagg and Sergeant Quirt —over most things, particularly women—is the pivotal point of the picture, and on this theme some excellent situations revolve. The marines are called to the Philippine Islands, and it is here that the scene is largely laid for some rollicking experiences. Both principals give splendid performances, while Lily Damita, as Marianne, a dark charmer, causes no end of trouble between the two. There is some sharp fighting in the jungles and aerial warfare. As a fine fun-maker it takes a lot of beating and it should have a good season. VICTORIA, DEVONPORT “Four Feathers,” a remarkable and outstanding picture of the British Army in the Sudan is now at the Victoria Theatre, Devonport. It stars Richard Arlen, Fay Wray, Clive Brook, William Powell and many others, and the film includes some astounding views of animals and native life taken in the Sudan by the intrepid explorers, Shroedsack and Cooper. A full supporting programme will also bo shown.