ENTERTAINMENTS.

Taranaki Daily News, 13 September 1920, Page 6

ENTERTAINMENTS.

EVERYBODY'S. CONSTANCE TALMADGE IN "HAPPINESS A LA MODE." Constance Talmadge's latest sunshine-1 bringer, entitled "Happiness a la Mode," j is a breezy, rollicking comedy of connubial complications, of the sort that the fair Constance has shown such a wonderful aptitude in efficiently handling in the past. Some interesting and new lights are thrown on the divorce question, and the perils, seen and unseen, that beset the matrimonial barque. As refreshing as the dew on a spring morning is the captivating little bit of femininity por-' trayed by the delectable Constance whose partner in woe in this feature ia that ever popular leading man, Harrison Ford. There, is a fine supporting programme, including "Pathe Gazette," "Tale of a Terrier" (post-nature scenic), "Cinema Travel Series" No. 8, and the "Sunshine" comedy "Money Talks." EVERYBODY'S. THE SHAOKLETON EXPEDITION. A WONDERFUL PICTURE. . It is only when one sees such a picture as "The Grip of the Polar lea" that one realises the great value and scope of the cinematograph as an educational medium. The picture of Sir Ernest Shackleton's last expedition, which will be screened next Wednesday and Thursday at Everybody's, is unquestionably the most remarkable film that has ever been screened locally. The assertion may be considered a bold one,' but it is certain that all those who see the film will be of the same opinion. The story of the ill-fated expedition is well-known. It is a romance of British heroism, of invincible courage in the face of what proved to be insurmountable difficulties. As the film unwinds, ana the story is dramatically told by Mr. George Dean, some conception of the colossal nature of the task which Shackleton and his intrepid party were called upon to face, is borne in the mind of the listener.'"The Grip of the i. J olar Ice" presents a drama from real life, and proves how true is the old adage that truth is oft-times stranger than fiction. There are shown pictures of the Endurance frozen in the seemingly limitless waste of .ice, and of her ultimate destroyal by the tremendous upward pressure of the ice, which crushes her to pieces in its relentless grip. Shackleton is seen setting out Vith his five picked comrades in their heroic endeavor to get relief, which involved, it will be remembered, an 800-miles journey in a small launch, requiring herculean endurance, and then there is the return and the rescue of the remainder of the crew, and the voyage home. It is truly a film masterpiece, and should be seen by everyone. Mr. Dean, who was a member of the expedition, tells the story in vivid forceful style. It certainly loses none of its gripping interest in his recital. There will be a special matinee each afternoon of the season. The box plans open at Collier's this morning. THE PEOPLE'S. LAST NIGHT OF ANITA STEWART. Anita Stewart, probably the most popular artiste to-day, does some of the best work of her career in "Mind the Paint, Girl," her First National attraction in six reels, and screening 'finally to-night at the People's. The bill includes gazette, comedy, travelog, and educational review.

CLEMENCEAU'S "THE STRONGEST" TO-MORROW.

Previous to accepting William Fox's offer to screen his master story, Clemenccau had been besieged with offers to make a speaking production of "The Strongest" for the stage, as well as to make it'a cinema drama. His answer, however, was always: "Wait." Clemenceau listened with interest to Mr. Fox's offer, for as a cinema enthusiast he was cognisant of the popularity of Fox entertainments in France, England, Spain, and South America, as well as the Unitod States. The publication of "The Strongest" as a novel, in English as well as in French, made a deep impression on the critics, and everywhere the book was hailed as a masterpiece. When "The Strongest" is shown on the screen it will give a new insight into the character of '■' The Tiger of France," not alone because of its tremendous power, but because of the momentous events that surrounded its preparation. The big Sunshine comedy, "The Lightweight Lover," and gazettes are also on this bill.