One in a Million screens addiction tale amid code clash
Hollywood previews another film about addiction as 20th Century Fox begins production on One in a Million based on a New Yorker case. James Mason portrays a teacher with arthritis treated by cortisone, leading to escalating drug use and public concern over effects on confidence in the drug.
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TV Host Role Tough Says Joseph Cotten
Hollywood reports Joseph Cotten, finishing hosting and narrating duties for the 20th Century-Fox Hour, plans a new series On Trial about famous court cases. He aims to host and narrate again and may produce another series or direct, possibly returning to Mercury Theatre if revived by Orson Welles.
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Viewers dislike TV commercials reveal harsh verdicts
A New York report notes viewers growl at repeated filmed ads and rising sound levels. The piece highlights Maurice Evans, the Firestone Hour, See It Now, Omnibus, baseball and boxing as few exceptions that pass muster with audiences.
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Star Is King In Movie World Today
Studio heads face delays as top stars are unavailable delaying 20 million dollars worth of film projects. When stars finally become available their high price demands threaten to derail production plans.
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Boredom with Endless Variety Shows Ridicules Evening
Scattered complaints target the endless parade of girl singers and the tired machine of evenings. The text notes interest in the irony that performers rarely show their annoyance, preferring silence over revolt.
The Studio System Shifts From Stars to Agents
Don Hartman recalls Paramount policy shift from star power to agents dictating casting and control. Postwar mood, TV rise, and changing audiences reduced studio salaries and option activity as audiences stayed home. Verdi’s twelve operas noted as unrelated context.
The Week's Movie Guide at The Center Theator
Starts today with George Gobel in The Birds and The Bees in technicolor co-starring Mitzi Gaynor and David Niven. Thursday to follow features Screaming Eagles with Tom Tryon and Jacqueline Beer. Also Kid Show 9 to 12 with Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis in Scared! Stiff. PARAMOUNT THEATRE adds Alexander the Great with Richard Burton and Fredric March. Maverick Queen with Barbara Stanwyck and Barry Sullivan starts Thursday. Late Show Saturday: Over Exposed with Cleo Moore and Richard Crenna.
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