STATE THEATRE

Wairarapa Times-Age, 9 February 1940, Page 2

STATE THEATRE

“INTERMEZZO,” A LOVE STORY. A notable event in motion pictures will take place at the State Theatre when David O. Selznick’s latest production, “Intermezzo, A Love Story,” will be shown tonight. "Intermezzo” must be put down as one of the hits of the year. Starring such top-notchers as Leslie Howard and Edna Best, the production also introduces a new continental star, Ingrid Bergman. Miss Bergman is a young and beautiful actress who can definitely act. “Intermezzo” introduces her as “the other woman” in a vehicle which demands real ability and real talent, and the new star proves that she has both. New Zealand audiences can rest assured that a bright new personality has been discovered for the screen. Miss Bergman is a Swedish girl who possesses captivating loveliness, tempting youth and charming naturalness. In addition to the starring trio, the new Selznick picture has a supporting cast which numbers John Halliday, Cecil Kelleway, Enid Bennett and Eleanor Wesselhoeft, all of whose performances leave nothing to be desired. Ann Todd, aged six, and Douglas Scott, aged thirteen, are the juvenile actors who portray the children of Leslie Howard and Edna Best in the picture, and they round off an exceptionally fine cast. As well as starring in “Intermezzo,” Mr Howard is listed as associate producer on the film, so he deserves an extra laurel for contributing his skill and knowledge toward making a fine picture. “Intermezzo” is a dramatic love story and recounts the adventures of a world-famous man who deserts his family when he falls madly in love with a young and beautiful pianiste. Their travels in continental Europe provide the film with fine pictorial action and exciting background scenes. Anil how they finally solve their problems provides "Intermezzo" with a tense and poignant climax. Patrons are advised by the management not to miss this outstanding dramatic offering. The excellent supporting programme includes a March of Time “Cavalcade of the Movies," unusual occupations, Rathe Pictorial and other interesting subjects.