PT 109 movie review highlights Kennedy era heroism
A Warner Brothers film at the Paramount chronicles John F. Kennedy's World War II PT boat ordeal. Cliff Robertson portrays Kennedy with youth and resolve while Ty Hardin, Robert Culp, and Grant Williams fill key roles. James Gregory stars as Commander Ritchie. The production, directed by Leslie H. Martinson, offers vivid seascapes and strong performances but occasional pat dialogue and selective focus on moments of action.
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Paramount and RKO Showings With Torpedo Run Times
Friday theater listings for Paramount with PT 109 showings at 1 05 3 40 6 20 9 and shorts at 3 25 6 05 8 45. RKO Iowa presents Spencer's Mountain at 2 45 6 10 9 40 and Raiders of Leyte Gulf at 1 15 4 40 8 10. World screens Mutiny on the Bounty at 1 4 8. Times include Cattle King 2 55 16 20 9 45 Torpedo Run 1 20 4 45 8 10. Marion runs Taras Bulba 6 30 9 35 and Ole Rex 8 55. Drive-In shows My Six Loves 8 05 Fancy Pants 10 05 Boys Night Out 11 40. Twixt Town features Tarzan Goes to India 8 20 Battle at Bloody Beach 10 15 Five Weeks in a Balloon 11 35.
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Gleason praises Soldier in the Rain star and reflects on Hollywood
Hedda Hopper profiles Jackie Gleason after a day of filming Soldier in the Rain. Gleason calls Ralph Nelson the director, touts Lilies of the Field’s sleeper hit potential, and shares candid views on elephants memory Cleopatra monkeys bores and acting.
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Beany and Cecil Move to 10 30 Saturday Mornings
KCRG TV 9 announces Beany and Cecil will air at 10 30 on Saturdays, shifting from previous times. The change targets weekend morning viewership with a lighter animated lineup.
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Reed and Universal Settle Over Salary Claim
Actress Donna Reed and Universal Pictures settled their dispute over salary claims out of court. Reed had asserted the studio owed her 70 192 under a 1956 contract and had been promised 200 000 for leading roles in three films to be produced in eight years. The terms were not disclosed.
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Actress claims role refusal leads to recovery suit
The studio seeks $57,532 already paid to the actress after she refused a supporting role. The bidding notes imply media want ads in the Ga zette for big values.
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