I he _ ' f ; | CALGARY put There have been sc» t-ral cases in Alberta in recent years involving obscenity igainsl theatres showing certain ind one ol the haziest areas m which the courts must function is that of defining "obscenity." Obscenity in movies has not yel been clearl) and precisely described but, in a recent case in Edmonton, it would seem that the issue of obscenity in magazines has been concisely delineated. Fustice Andre Deehene passed sentence on Provincial News Co. in Alberta Supreme Court alter a jury ol seven women and five men found the company guilty of distributing obscene magazines. The trial took two days and the jury deliberated two hours re arriving at a decision. In an attempt to deter others from distributing offensive reading material, Justice Deehene imposed a fine of $10,000 against Provincial News. (5,000 on each o\ two counts. In the future, this may serve as a guideline— if needed— in deciding whether or not a motion picture is obscene. Art and Debby Mehle of the Lane Theatre in Trochu, accompanied by their young son. were in town May 16 . . . John Kilcullen, district manager, and personnel of General Sound & Theatre Equipment have been busy this spring on a variety of projects, including all projection equipment and seating in Famous Players' Market Mall Six complex; all projection equipment and seating in Canadian Theatres' Marlborough Town Square Triplex here; new projection equipment in a renovation of the booth at the Gaiety Theatres in Leduc; major booth equipment renovation in the Plaza cinemas, Edmonton; new projection equipment in the Green Acres Drive-In, Lethbridge, and Dolby sound systems installations in 1 1 other houses. That's really covering the territory! Friends will be sorry to hear that Saul Kenstein. in Calgary General Hospital with back problems, is not progressing as well as he should. It is hoped that our next report will be happier one . . The latest a . in the Tarzan films shown as part of the jungle action series in the Edmonton Public Library Theatre in Winston Churchill Square was "Tarzan and the Amazons," starring Johnny Wcismuller. Matinees were screened on a Saturday and a Sunday, with both open to the public. Jim McLaughlin, Paramount branch manager, has been busy promoting his company's "Citizens Band." launching the campaign May 13 over CKXL Radio here. A CINERAMA IS IN SHOW BUSINESS IN HAWAII TOO. When you come to Waikiki, don't miss the famous jjljg^ty [j^vXnl Don Ho Show. . . at \***) Cinerama's Reef Towers Hotel. IN WAIKIKI: REEF REEF TOWERS • EDGEWATER sneak preview was held May 18 in Famous Players' new Market Mall Cinema for the local media and a selected number of CB license holders. The picture's regular engagement in this city began May 20 at the downtown Palace and the Sunset Drive-In. promotion focused on a contest for the best CB "handle" submitted by a licensed operator. The judges in the competition, which closed May 20, all were CB'ers. Grand prize consisted of two 23-channcI CB units, one for the winner and one for his "good buddy." Consolation prizes for the runners-up included games, mugs, socks and books. The National Film Theatre/ Edmonton and the Edmonton Film Society's co-sponsored film offering in the Central Library Theatre May 17 was "Feet First" (1930), a Harold Lloyd picture ... A "supporting . . . The actor series" May 20 featured "The Shooting" (1971), with Warren Oates Towne Cinema Red here unspooled "That's Adultry." described as a sexy comedy. May 15 at a matinee. The Chinese film was rated "restricted adult" and had English subtitles. The New Thorsby Theatre in Thorsby closed for the summer season May 19. Operations are scheduled to be resumed in September. In honor of new bride Janet McCoy, some 25 friends and colleagues gathered at the home of Adess Lcinweber May 5 for a surprise shower and it was a complete surprise for the happy recipient. The gifts were all groceries and came appropriately wrapped in brown grocery bags. After the gifts were opened, a delicious luncheon was served, with each guest contributing a favorite dish. It was a very delightful evening for a lovely bride! In town for the recent Canadian Progress Club dinner, Phyllis Diller made new friends and captivated those fortunate enough to meet her in person. In her suite at the Calgary Inn, she admitted that this was her 22nd year on the road and talked freely of her work and enjoyment of life. The banquet was a huge success and a sizable check was turned over to the Uncle-at-Large program. The following day Phyllis departed for Chicago to do her next show. It was a real adventure for all of those who attended the dinner to hear the actress-entertainer and. from all reports, Ms. Diller received an enthusiastic response to her program. John Kilcullen, district manager of General Sound & Theatre Equipment, and his wife were the lucky winners of a large color TV set at ShoWesT '77 in San Diego, Calif., last spring. While at the convention and tradeshow. John met and transacted business with various manufacturers, in addition to having the opportunity to view the most modern of equipment. From San Diego the Kilcullens jetted over to Hawaii for a week of rest and recuperation, which should have John in top shape lor the busy upcom ing summer season. Cinematheque 16 in Edmonton lined up a number of unusual films for the month of May, including "Azaie dans le Metro" (France, I960); "The Fearless Vampire Killers . . . Or: Pardon Me, But Your Teeth Are in My Neck" (Great Britain, 1%7); "Young Aphrodites" (Greece, 1964); "The Big Clock" (U.S., 1948); "Medium Cool" (U.S., 1969); "Laura" (U.S., 1944). and "The Pumpkin Eater" (Great Britain. 1%4) VANCOUVER frank Griffith, president of Western Broadcasting, has alleged that a proposed $19.4 million takeover of Premier Cablevision by Western will not create "an undue concentration of ownership and control of broadcasting media" in this city. Assurances also were given the Canadian Radio- TV and Telecommunications Commission that higher charges to CATV subscribers would not result. Western Broadcasting owns local radio stations CKNW and CFMI, the Vancouver Canucks hockey club and part of BCTV and now is seeking tc acqtiire Premier Cablevision, which pro-i While the critics did not treat "Nasi; Habits" (IFD) too kindly, it gained enthusi . . . iastic customer approval at the Varsity anc Odeon West Vancouver and was held ove : Peter Watkin's "Edvard Munch" wa: screened especially for members of the Ar Gallery, who did not like the film. However the public again overruled this opinion anc gave the picture a big week at the Dunbar The local CRTC hearings under chair man George Boyle did not lead to the re solving of any immediate problems, particu larly the projected takeover of Premie Cablevision here and the acquisition of th Vancouver Island rights by Western Broad casting, which would appear to put the firrt into a monopolistic position, since it the; would control video diffusion in over 90 pe cent of the market, in the heaviest cabl saturation area in North America, with a apparent lock on pay TV when it appear: While the decision is not expected until th summer months, the concensus was that th pitch did not meet with general board ap proval. OTTAWA (Continued from page K-2) . Britannia screens; "Dirty Harry" an "McQ." Auto Sky, and "Evil of Franker stein" and "Island of Terror," Queenswa Two Dirty Harry pictures, "The Er . . forcer" and "Magnum Force," opened res ular engagements at the Auto Sky, while th Aladdin played "The Greatest" and "Harr and Walter Go to New York." I jjpljoi .... 9 WD*'! life II! ffljlltt » D121IV IS 88 Mi Si [Ti HI"*' vides service in this city, Coquitlam, Victoria and four other cities. :.'- 111 1)1 81 Ms Airicbi n aiiis'i lit h.\' a Bnvi 111. St! list I Mitt R] BMf] ns; SUM! a; Mm laits, n liliiiw: 1121 atr.-H St!*! •?: = Il« SDH Hi: (111 1%) * lull (» "tons Wui X-1 BOXOFFICE :: June 6, 197 Ml*
BOXOFFICE BOOKINCUMDE An interpretive analysis ol lay and tradepress roviows. Running Urn* !• In parenlho.o.. The plai and minus signs indicate degree ol morit. Listings corer current reviews regularly. Symbol l; donolos BOXOFFICE Bluo Ribbon Award; All lilma are in color excopt thoae indicated by (b&w) lor black & while Motion Picture AaB'n (MPAA) ratinga: (0)— Goneral Audioncea; PG— All agea admittod (parental guidance suggested), IR)—Restricted, wilh persona under 17 not admitted unlese accompanied by paieni or adult guardianj QrwPorsona under 17 not admittod. National Catholic Ollice lor Molion Picluiea (NCOMP) ratinga: Al— Unobjectionable lor General Patronagei A2— Unobjectionable lor Adult* or Adolescents: A3— Unobjectionable for Adullai A4—Morally Unobjectionable tor Adults, with Rosoivalior.a- /a B— Objoctionasle in Pari lor Alii C—Condemned. Broadcasting and Film Commiaaion National Council ol Churchoa (BFC). For listings by company, boo FEATURE CHART. EVIEW DIGEST AND ALPHABETICAL INDEX Very Good; I Good; - Fair; - Poor; = Very Poor
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