COSY THEATRE

Wairarapa Times-Age, 7 November 1940, Page 2

COSY THEATRE

“DAMAGED GOODS.” The brilliant picture “Damaged Goods" will be finally shown tonight. “SOUTH OF THE BORDER.” Inspired, originally by the phenomenally successful song from which it derives its title, “South of the Border,” will be shown tomorrow night at the Cosy Theatre. Seldom has been offered a more’ expertly rounded out western production, replete with every element that makes a good film “good.”. It has songs, it has laughter, it has thrills, and it has a thoughtfully contrived story with a timely angle. Gene Autry and Smiley Burnette, as special investigators of the Federal government, are sent to Palermo, south of the Mexican border, to investigate operations which may result in a “border situation” which will threaten the peace and neutrality of the United States. They have "woman trouble" in the form of (a) a small waif who claims Gene as her Daddy, (b) an older and more guileful waif who ensnares the unsuspecting Smiley in her net—a net fabricated by the international spy ring, and (c) a beautiful maiden who wins Gene’s heart. The story moves entertainingly to a fast and satisfying climax, with action and thrills in every foot of film. “South of the Border” is one of the best Autry's to date. There is a strong supporting programme. Drama, romance and plenty of excitement combine to make “Gangs of Chicago.’’ the associate feature starring Lloyd Nolan, Lola Lane and Barton Mac Lane, a thoroughly thrilling and entertaining drama.