REGENT THEATRE

Wairarapa Times-Age, 3 January 1940, Page 2

REGENT THEATRE

“WIZARD OF OZ.” Tonight the final screening will take place of the glorious Metro-Goldwyn triumph of artistry and beauty “The Wizard of Oz.” The concensus of opinion is that the screen has never seen its equal foi spectacle melody and enchanting entertainment. The huge cast of over 9000 players is headed by Frank Morgan and Judy Garland. “MAYERLING.” Commencing at the matinee tomorrow will be the famous Continental masterpiece, “Mayerling,” in which the famous romance of Rudolph of Austria and the Countess Vetsera is recreated by a glorious cast of stars headed by Charles Boyer and the beautiful Danielle Darrieux. A world-wide sensation, so amazingly different, only the French could portray it and is perfectly produced to make the synchronious English translation almost superfluous. A new technique—a new brilliance —a new artistry, as France challenges Hollywood with one of the ten best pictures ever made. Metropolitan Films present this magnificent production portrayed by two superlative Continental stars who soar to the highest pinnacle of success in an unforgettable picture. At last there is the true story of the love of Prince Rudolph of Austria and the lovely Marie Vetsera—a romance that shook the world and created history. The glorious settings, the music of gay Vienna and the pageantry of a great court all are caught, with a beauty and fidelity that will prove to be a revelation to all. Excellent supporting featurettes complete a programme which in all respects marks a new era of entertainment. The plans are at Nimmo’s and theatre and there is no booking fee.