Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1918-11-19
NEW FILMS SHOWN
ON LOCAL SCREENS
''Tarzan'' Sequel, War Pictures,
Caruso's First Film and C.. X.
Young Entertain

Clara k'mbaii Young Directed BY t:dmpnd
M%rren sceet fG nH Say story by "o''
The Saturday Evening Post seems to be
a bottomless mine of literary material for
the rapidly consuming fires of movie. seen
arios, because more stories have found their
way to the screen from this source than any
other field with the exception of the original
contributions.
Miss Warren's familiar story tells of
French girl who seeks the protection of n
duke in order to save a younger sister from
disgrace during the German invasion. 1t is
this association with the duke and the events
which lead up to Americas entry into the
war that furnish most Of the thrills Some
of the scenes are laid in this country. but
most of the action takes place overseas
Clara Kimball Young has not been appear
ing on the screen as frequently as heretofore,
but her work is excellent in this instance and
well deserving of the reception her admirers
bestowed upon it. Jack Holt. who has been
seen before in support of this tar. is again
in the company. is Henry Woodward,
Elmo Lincoln, of "Tarzan fame, Edward
Kimbal Bobby Connolly, John Stepping and
Eleanor Fair
ARCApIA-"My Cousin" with Enrico ,carruso.
garet Turnbul Aircraft play.
This seems to be the year for the develop
ment of new screen players and every fsld
OF the theatrical armament has been invaded
for stars to shine upon the silvershec:s. 1t
is not q new klea to have operate star
act before the camera lens, for Geraldine
Farrar set the example. and row Enrico
Caruso has fallen for the charms of the
voiceless drama. Another interesting player
in this cinema is Carolina White, also we'll
known as an operate singer,
Mr.. Caruso acts as though ne enjoyed it
and the result of his work is q life-lixe por-
trayal of an Italian sculptor who is the cousin
of famous tenor. Again we nave the dual
role characters, which seem to be the correct
thing in the newest screen plays The sup
porting cast is comprised of capable players
whose names are new to film fans. but lot
to devotees of the opera and drama stages.
Harry Leone, Joseph RiCCiardi, A. G. Cor
belle, Bruno Zirato and William Bray are
In the support.
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Edgar Rice burroughs
The success of "Tarzan of the Apes: was
so decided that It warranted the making of
promises to meet with the same public we'll
come its predecessor. Virtually the en-
tire old cast interprets the new roles and
through capable direction interest in the de-
velopment of the romance has been main
tanned.
Motion pictures of jungle scenes showing
many kinds of animals always appeal to the
movie fans, as has been frequently evidenced
since the first serial, THE Adventures of
Kathryn" featuring Kathryn Williams. made
it's appearance. In this case II is unneces-
sary TO have seen the preceding "Tarzan"
Aim. since well-ConCeived synopsis is giyen
and the story continues from that point.
There are a few weak points in, this produC-
tion, but not of sufficient account to detract
from the interest. which is kept alive by the
direction of Mr. Lucas. Elmo Lincoln Is the
burly TarZan and Enid Markey makes an
appealing heroine. Cleo Madison. Thomas
Jefferson, Monte Blue and large supporting
cast have important roles.
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play.
The chief aim of this story is to entertain
and so it does not tax the mentality of the
spectator. 1t is light Offering dealing with
the adventures of n reporter, which lead him
into scoop and an encounter with Ger
man spies. There is an element of love in
terest maintained throughout 'the unfolding
plot.
player and his work in this film is pleasing
because he authenticaly depicts the life of
a reporter Rhea Mitchell takes her part
we'll as does Rosemary Theby. Others in
the east include Colin Kenney, Louis Nor
risor John Burton and Edythe Chapman.
The scenario was written by A. s. LeVino
and the photography has been capably
handled by r. b. Kurrie
An added attraction is Charlie Chaplin in
Shoulder Arms"
"Amerlca's Answer" the official Govern
ment war film. is on view at the Palace. II
shows what our soldiers have accomplished
in the short time they have been in France.
There is an added feature showing the work
of the various units. such as the Y. NJ. c. A.
behind the lines.
Douglas Fairbanks keeps ON nstillng hap
pIness through hiS<screen play, He Comes
Up Smiling" which is showing at the Locust.
Charles RAY in THE Law of the North"
are the features at the Strand