COSY THEATRE

Wairarapa Times-Age, 9 November 1940, Page 2

COSY THEATRE

“SOUTH OF THE BORDER.” Inspired originally by the phenomenally successful song from which it derives its title, “South of the Border,” will be shown tonight 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 enter-, tainingly 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. Supporting players include Clare Dubrey, Duncan Renaldo, Buddy Gilmore, Sid Sherman, Art Wenzel, Wesley Peterson, George Thall, and Dick Botiller. 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.