| Reference Type |
Everyones
newspaper
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| Title |
'Thoroughbred'At Mayfair |
| Author(s) | Author Unknown |
| Publication Date |
13-05-1936 |
| Page Number |
12 |
| Comments |
Cited in
Allard (1983:29)
Pike & Cooper (1981:102)
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| Synopsis |
The publicity leading up to the opening is noted, along with the unprecedented popularity the film has achieved.
The film is rated as having "big" box office value, as an "average" entertainment with an episodic form of narration.
The climax sequence is considered the highlight and praise is given to the director.
The film is also complimented for "a cleverly conveyed spirit of Australia's sports-loving characteristics".
Overall, the film is said to be an encouraging step forward for the industry.
Twelvetrees' performance is said to be polished due to her Hollywood training, excelling in monments under Hall's direction. John D'Arcy is also praised for a consistant and convincing performance, and sympathy is conveyed to to John Longden for having an undefined character to portray. The screen-writer is not considered to be very sophisticated, and action sequences are attributed to the director's spontananity and it is suggested they are a saving grace. |
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