Sunset Boulevard film review preserves drama over satire
A two core picture tale at Loew's Sunset Boulevard blends Hollywood satire with serious drama. Gloria Swanson, William Holden, and Eric von Stroheim deliver standout performances in a story about a faded star and a struggling writer amid a glamorous decaying mansion.
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Jackie Robinson Story film debut at East 30 Theater
The Jackie Robinson Story opens at East 30 Outdoor Theater, presenting the Brooklyn Dodgers star’s rise from athletic multi sport beginnings through his trailblazing 1947 entry into major league baseball. The film recounts hostile crowds, initial setbacks, and Robinson’s congressional testimony, framed by producer Mort Briskin and director.
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The Jackie Robinson Story Impresses With Bold Injustice Theme
Rector Alfred E Green directs a vivid portrayal of Robinson as Jackie Robinson leads with skill. Supporting cast includes Minor Watson as Rickey Ruby Dee as his wife and Louise Beavers as his mother. The film blends drama comedy and romance to appeal to a broad audience.
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U S European Planes Begin 3 Day Maneuvers
PARIS August 26 AP Bombers thundered and fighters snarled over western Europe in air raid protection tests. British French Belgian Dutch pilots defended against bombers from England and Mosquitoes from Western Germany in the first joint West European Defense Union maneuver begun yesterday.
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Radar screen trial covers Paris Brussels Rotterdam Amsterdam
A three day radar screening operation covered Paris, Brussels, Rotterdam and Amsterdam. Officers described the first day as apparently satisfying, noting the exercise tested air traffic monitoring across multiple major cities.
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