STATE THEATRE

Wairarapa Times-Age, 15 August 1939, Page 2

STATE THEATRE

j "THE SAINT STRIKES BACK.” i The adroit methods by which a modern Robin Hood aids a beautiful young woman establish, her dead father’s innocence of a crime, and how his mission uncovers the identity of a mysterious underworld figure, form the dual themes of R.K.O. Radio’s newest dramatic mystery, “The Saint Strikes Back,” showing at the State Theatre tonight. With George Sanders and Wendy Barrie heading the cast, this exciting story deals with the exploits of a resourceful adventurer who has dedicated his life to the cause of justice. His swift and ruthless methods in dealing with previous criminal cases have won him the name of "The Saint.” When a murder is accredited to a mysterious, JekyllHyde underworld personality wanted by the police in two States, “The Saint” interests himself in nabbing the criminal. This leads to his meeting with an attractive young woman who is also seeking to find the identity of the wanted man. Her reason is to right a wrong don her deceased father. They join forces, and together experience many hectic and breathtaking moments before the venture is a success and justice is served. Jonathan Hale, Jerome Cowan, Neil Hamilton and Barry Fitzgerald are among the notable supporting players in this second film based on the exploits of Leslie Charteris’ widely known fiction character.