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"THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD" 1935 drama. How on earth did this get through the
censors of 1935? An opium addicted choirmaster develops an obsession for a young beautiful
girl and will not stop at murder to have her. From Charles Dickens last unfinished book - which
brings in its own conclusion. $50.00.
"DEATH TAKES A HOLIDAY" 1934. A title that dances on the edge of mystery and romance.
Imagine the Grim Reaper deciding to take a break from his usual business of death and dons a
different mantle in human form to mingle amongst mortals. Stars Frederic March, Guy Standing
and Evelyn Venable. $30.00.

"THE KEYS OF THE KINGDOM" 1944 epic drama. 137 minutes. An outstanding film which
accounted for Gregory Peck's first Oscar nomination as Father Francis Chisholm who embarks
on a spiritual odyssey that spans continents, set against the backdrop of China the film follows
his unwavering commitment to build a Parish among the non-Christian Chinese. Cast includes
Vincent Price, Thomas Mitchell, Edmund Gwenn, Roddy McDowell, Sir Cedric Hardwicke &
more. $50.00.

"ROBERTA" 1935 Fred Astaire, Ginger Rogers, Irene Dunn, Randolph Scott. The film keeps
some of the original songs from the Broadway musical, i.e: 'yesterdays', 'lets begin' & 'smoke
gets in your eyes'. Plus it introduces 2 new hits 'I won't dance', and 'lovely to look at'.
$35.00.
"GIRLS DORMITORY" 1936 romantic drama. Herbert Marshall, Ruth Chatterton, and Tyrone
Power. Remember this is 1936 - As we peek behind the dormitory doors we find innocence,
secrets, and the timeless dance of love, sometimes even the most innocent hearts hold the deepest
mysteries. $30.00.

"HE LEARNED ABOUT WOMEN" (could not think of a better title to follow on). 1933.
pre-code - when comedies frolicked freely. A young innocent millionaire (Stuart Erwin) ventures
out of his mansion to taste life beyond the confines of his cheque book. And oh,what a wild ride
ensues with swindlers, love and good old-fashioned triumph over evil. The movie tagline -'The
only facts of life he knew came out of a cheque book- BUT SHE FIXED THAT!' With Sydney
Toler a.k.a Charlie Chan and Allison Skipworth. $30.00.

"MUTINY ON THE ELSINORE" 1937. drama. This British action film unfurls its sails with a
salty breeze,creaking timbers and a motley crew with more secrets than a treasure chest in this
tale of rebellion on the high seas. This isn't just any mutiny! It is based on JACK LONDON'S
1914 thrilling sea classic novel. With Paul Lucas - the hero. Lyn Harding - the weathered old
sea-dog. Kathleen Kelly as the damsel in distress, with eyes as blue as the ocean. Aaahh. $30.00.
"THE REFORMER AND THE REDHEAD" 1950. A classic comedy gem from the golden age
of Hollywood with June Allyson, Dick Powell, Spring Byington, David Wayne and Aussie
stalwart Cecil Kellaway all on the trail of a lion loose in the city. An absolute hoot. $40.00.
"YOU CAN'T TAKE IT WITH YOU" 1938. comedy and winner 2 Academy Awards - Best
Picture & Best Director Frank Capra. A delightful romp through eccentricity, romance and a
dash of family rebellion which reminds us that life is too short to take it all too seriously. James
Stewart, Edward Arnold, Jean Arthur, Lionel Barrymore and a fair bit of scene stealing with
dancer Ann Miller. Not the newest of prints, but o.k. $30.00.

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