Writing for the Stars in Photoplay Craft
John Emerson and Anita Loos urge amateur scriptwriters to tailor stories to specific stars like Constance Talmadge, Katherine MacDonald, and Norma Talmadge. They warn against unstarred plots and emphasize star sympathy, logical character fit, and creating roles that align with each actress’s screen persona to attract fame and fortune.
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John Emerson
Anita Loos
Constance Talmadge
Katherine MacDonald
Charles Chaplin
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The Luck of the Irish at Rialto Theatre
Allan Swan stars in The Luck of the Irish adapted from Harold MacGrath. Ruth Warren Grogan and financier Norton Coolburton drive a globe trotting tale with intrigue aboard the Ajax from Cairo to Singapore culminating in a daring rescue and a standout performance by James Kirkwood as Grogan.
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Allan Swan
Harold MacGrath
Tilalto Theatre
William Grogan
New York
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Etuth Warren
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Ruth
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Cairo
Norton Coolburton
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How to interest the story for modern screen stars
The article urges writers to craft stories that stir real sympathy for a central star or group of stars, blending comedy and tragedy. It emphasizes audience appeal and selling the script, noting chapter V11 of John Emergon promises guidance on sustaining interest for photoplays.
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Please Get Married at Alto Theater
A screen version of the stage comedy Please Get Married features Ashley and her son of the fascinat ion in a tale of youthful lovers planning a honeymoon while parents race to stop them. The plot follows their mountain hotel misadventures as interruptions and comic mishaps keep audiences in constant merriment.
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Oliver
Max Months
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Girl in Bohemia at Dreamland Wednesday
A Girl in Bohemia, described as one of the greatest successes of the New York stage, is slated to play at Dreamland this Wednesday. The production draws crowds with its acclaimed performances and lively mood.
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New York
Dreamland screens to feature Girl in Bohemia tale
William Fox presents at Dreamland theatre a new feature based on Winifred Bryce the college professor’s daughter who travels through New York's Bohemian quarter seeking material for her novel. Pegky Hyland stars as the lead with Denison Cliff credited for screen adaptation promising a vivid silent drama.
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William Fox
Dreamland Theatre
Pegky Hyland
H. B. Daniel
Denison
Ciff
Winifred Bryce
Amohemian
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Flames of Flesh at Strand Tuesday
William Fox photoplay Flames of the Flesh starring Gladys Brockwell will be shown at the Strand theatre on Tuesday. Brockwell is described as the girl of a thousand expressions delivering a forceful portrayal of a character who undergoes dramatic transformations amid intense scenes.
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William Fox
Gladys Brockwell
Strand Theatre
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Valley of Tomorrow at Strand Theater Thursday
A dramatic scene unfolds as lovers confront family shame and ancient law. A brother’s involvement, a sister’s fate, and a love tested by betrayal drive questions of honor and marriage under Mosaic eye for an eye tradition.
Valley of Tomorrow starring Russell in Strand engagement
The film story follows Dabney Morgan and Eleanor Colema as they wrestle with love and duty in a dramatic tale of jealousy, vengeance, and moral struggle. Filmed near Lake Tahoe, the American Film Company production stars William Russell and Mary Thurman. Presented at the Strand starting next Thursday.
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Lake Tahoe
William Russell
Strand Theatre
Everywoman Scoring A Hit At American Theatre
The film Everywoman at the American theatre showcases a fashion bazaar sequence and opulent costumes in a grand setting. Walter Browne’s story follows Everywoman’s search for love amid spectacular, symbolic stages and lavish interiors.
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Walter Browne
Turking Point Starts at Colonial Theater Sunday
Turking Point starts at Colonial Theater on Sunday amid rising hostility around Col. Follis Curmen, an oil operator, following offensive conduct at a house party hosted by E. Fl. Rivett, known as the iron king, and concerns involving Diana Tenant.
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A Winner Ali Baba and the desire to win teamwork
The passage voices a wished blessing to win, yet asks God for wisdom to be a good loser if victory is not granted. It reflects the urge to belong to a winning organization and the natural preference to be on the winning side.
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Ali Baba
Tom Mix in The Feud at the Colonial Theatre
Tom Mix stars in The Feud at the Colonial on Thursday, presenting a departure from his stunt roles. William Fox backs the production with a story of old family enmity between the Lynch and Summers clans, centering on Jere Lynch and his romance with Betty Summers amid escalating feuds.
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Tommix
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Jere
Betty Summers
Therola
Jera Lynch
Charles Kenyon
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