STATE THEATRE

Wairarapa Times-Age, 3 December 1940, Page 2

STATE THEATRE

“EARTHBOUND.” Exciting drama, with surprising adventures of a ghost, abounds in “Earthbound,” the 20th Century-Fox film starring Warner Baxter and Andrea Leeds, which will be shown tonight at the State Theatre. Baxter is murdered early in the film and continues on the screen in the form of a wraith-like ghost who walks through doors and stone walls. His behaviour as a ghost provides many smiles. He finds it hard to realise that he isn’t alive until people walk through him —and a mirror fails to reveal his image. His usual masterful self, Baxter turns in a splendid job of acting while Andrea Leeds performs as only she can, registering successfully in a difficult role that brings out her remarkable dramatic ability. “Earthbound” is a drama which abounds with thrilling scenes which hold the attention of patrons throughout in cleverly constructed shots. There is not a dull moment in the picture and the scenes quickly follow each other, providing sensation upon sensation. It is a drama that will appeal for its all-round excellence and there is a pathetic note struck at times. Baxter is surpassingly good in the difficult role he portrays, a'nd he is supported by a cast that provides thorough enjoyment for patrons. The featurettes include “Playtime at the Zoo,” “All’s well that ends well” (a Terry toon . picture), “Divorce Sweets” (an excellent comedy), and the latest Air Mail News reel.