THE REGENT

Wairarapa Times-Age, 19 October 1938, Page 2

THE REGENT

“COCOANUT GROVE." The world’s most famous nightclub is brought to the screen for the first time in Paramount’s “Cocoanut Grove,” the new film which will come tonight to the Regent Theatre. Distinctly new type of film fun is presented in this gay romance that revolves about the trials, tribulations, and the final success of an unknown swing band trying to break into the actual Cocoanut Grove, mecca of all young bandleaders. While the production is studded with hit tunes, the story has not been subordinated to music and specialties. On the contrary, each musical number makes what the movie scripters call a “story point,” contributing to the logical development of the plot. Fred Mac Murray, last seen with Carole Lombard in “True Confession,” is starred as the swing-happy young band leader. His lovely leading lady is Harriet Hilliard who plays a role in the picture identical with her occupation in real life. She is Mrs Ozzie Nelson, and sings with her husband’s band. This brilliant picture is packed with stars, fun, romance and melody. There is a good supporting programme.

“THE PERFECT SPECIMEN.”

Errol Flynn and Joan Biondell have the leading roles in “The Perfect Specimen,” an outstanding comedy, which is to be shown on Saturday night.