STATE THEATRE

Wairarapa Times-Age, 26 January 1940, Page 2

STATE THEATRE

“SUSANNAH OF THE MOUNTIES.”

A thousand savage redmen sweep down on the Mounties’ lonely outpost! A gallant garrison fights against overwhelming odds! A lone woman finds love amid peril on a primitive frontier! This is what happens in Shirley Temple’s latest 20th Century-Fox picture, “Susannah of the Mounties,” which will be shown at the State Theatre tonight. The brilliant story of the old North-west is a thrilling vehicle for the famous child actress. Garbed in calico and buckskin, Shirley Temple’s is a read dramatic role different from anything she has done previously on the screen. Randolph Scott and Margaret Lockwood, the lovely star of “The Lady Vanishes,” are featured in the romantic leads, while others in the large cast are Martin Good Rider, 13-year-old Blackfeet discovery who makes his debut in the film, J. Farrell MacDonald, Maurice Moscovich (who is well known in Masterton, where he has appeared on the stage on numerous occasions ,being an outstanding actor), Moroni Olsen, Victor Jory and Lester Matthews. Shirley Temple, the sole survivor of an Indian massacre, is adopted by Randolph Scott of the Mounties. The famous Police are trying to protect the construction, of the great new railway from interference by the Indians. Scott teaches the child a wonderful lesson in courage which bears her bravely through days of terrible danger. It is probably Shirley Temple’s best picture to date, and gives her a splendid opportunity to show her brilliance. She gives a brilliant portrayal of an outstanding character, and will win all hearts in a most touching presentation.

Screening also is a really excellent selection of featurettes for which the State has become famous. This is a programme which should not be missed by lovers of the best in entertainment.