A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-05-26 - 1915-05-28
Summary:

Films screenings including 'Michael Perrin' (5 parts) and 'A Misplaced Foot'; Orchestra in attendance

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-05-26 - 1915-05-28
Summary:

On May 26, 27, and 28, 'Michael Perrin,' historical drama in 5 parts; 'A Misplaced Foot,' comic; orchestra performance at 9.15 p.m.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-05-28
Summary:

Michael Perrin' is the leading feature in the matinee which took place at the Bijou Theatre. Some of the comic films are really good, according to the report.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-09-02
Summary:

This exceptionally clever company of entertainers repeated their success at the Victoria Theatre. Performances by Dick Morton, Wallingford Tate and Miss Forbes.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-07-30
Summary:

Kowloon Theatre will provide screening of 'Polly of the Storm Country' for the first time. The film was starred by Mildred Harris Chaplin, Micky Moore, Ruby Lafayette and Emory Johnson. There is no connection between this 'feature' and 'The Secret of the Storm Country…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-08-20
Summary:

A county council has no power to limit the license for cinematograph films to those which had the certificate of the British Board of Film Censors. This was the unanimous decision of a King's Bench Divisional Court. The appeal was brought by the Middlesex County Council against a decision…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-08-25
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Headline: At the Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-10-13 - 1923-10-13
Summary:

We believe that even that record will be eclipsed by the figures for Metro's superb presentation of Anthony Hope's famous romantic novel, 'The Prisoner of Zenda.' Rex Ingram was its director; Alice Terry is Princess Flavia; Lewis Stone plays Rudolf Rassendyll; Stuart Holmes…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-12-07
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-12-21
14
Headline: Baby Actor
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-12-22
15
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-12-31
Summary:

Laurette Taylor, the star of the world famous comedy 'Peg O' My Heart,' appears in the screen version, which will be shown at the Coronet commencing tomorrow. Michael, the terrier who causes so much trouble in the Kingsnorth household, is also prominent in the picture.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-18
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-03-14
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-10-23
Summary:

Woman to Woman' is one of the best films that has come to Hongkong from London since 'Alf's Button.' The film starred Betty Compson and Clive Brook. The play is written by Michael Morton and directed by Graham Cutts. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-10-23
Summary:

Everybody who attended the showing of 'Woman to Woman' last night went away satisfied. Betty Compson made the trip to England from America for the sole purpose of starring in this British production and Clive Brook was the leading man. There are many dramatic moments in the picture,…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-27 - 1924-12-27
Summary:

Last chance to see, a photodramatic melody of the soul that will live forever in your memory, Jane Novak in 'The Lullaby,' Chester Bennett's photodramatic masterpiece. With special music at usual prices. Final shows today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., starting tomorrow, Jack Holt, Hedda…