A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Star' Topics
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-09-15
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-08
Summary:

On with the Dance,' directed by George Fitzmaurice, will be shown at the Star Theatre for a run of four days commencing this Friday. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-11-08
Summary:

Star Theatre will be screening George Fitzmaurice's 'On With the Dance' for four days commencing this Friday. Film synopsis included. The management of the Star Theatre advises that this film will be shown also at the matinee on Sunday, and draw the attention of residents to the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-10
Summary:

On with the Dance' is now screening at the Star Theatre as a four-day holiday exhibit. Early bookings are advised.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-11-10
Summary:

Star Theatre is going to screen George Fitzmaurice's production 'On With the Dance' this evening. It is advertised as the greatest film of the season.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-30
Summary:

True Heart Susie' is being shown at the Star Theatre today and tomorrow. It is a picture of much the same type as 'Way Down East.' It is also a D. W. Griffith production and the leading parts are portrayed by Lilian Gish and Robert Harron, who made his name in 'The Birth of a…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-04-21
Summary:

On Sunday, Star Theatre is going to screen a Griffiths' film entitled 'Intolerance' which is quite famous in London.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-04-25
Summary:

Intolerance,' directed by Griffith, is being shown at the Star Theatre, Kowloon. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-05-09
Summary:

Star Theatre is showing the pictorial representation of Vincente Ibanez, entitled 'The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse.' The picture aptly exhibits the horrors of the Great War. Together with 'Intolerance,' this latest Coronet production should be taken over by the League of…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-06-30
Summary:

Judging by the advance reports in 'Bob Hampton of Placer,' Mr. Ray has secured a film for the Coronet well above the standard of most productions which the industry turns out. Marshall Neilan has been responsible for a number of fine films such as 'Go and Get It.' The title…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-08-09
Summary:

The Star is showing 'Bob Hampton of Placer' today. The title role is taken by James Kirkwood, and another favourite in the picture is Wesley 'Freckles' Barry.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-08-09
Summary:

Commencing today, Star Theatre is screening 'Bob Hampton of Placer' featuring James Kirkwood and Wesley 'Freckles' Barry. The picture portrays the American frontier life in the old days. General Custer's famous stand against the Indians is one of the most spectacular…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-08-09
Summary:

Bob Hampton of Placer,' the best film Marshall Neilan has so far produced is showing at the Star, commencing today. This film contains some wonderful spectacular scenes. Wesley 'Freckles' Barry takes the leading role. The title role is taken by James Kirkwood. Others in the cast…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-08-10
Summary:

Bob Hampton of Placer' is the attraction at the Star. The film starred Wesley Barry as the lead.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-02-27
Summary:

Gladys Walton, the Universal star, appears at the Star for one day in 'The Wild Party.' A very special attraction for tomorrow is the film version of Sir J. M. Barrie's 'Sentimental Tommy.' Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-02-27
Summary:

For one day only, Star Theatre is going to screen 'The Wild Party' featuring the Universal star, Gladys Walton. The film is a comedy of American life with a delightful mixture of humour and drama. A film version of Sir. S. [sic] M. Barrie's 'Sentimental Tommy' is…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-02-28
Summary:

Sir J. M. Barrie's 'Sentimental Tommy' starring Gareth Hughes and May MacAvoy [sic], is likely to make many friends at the Star. For Sunday next is 'The Quaint,' Mr. R. B. Salisbury's band in their success 'Underground to Anywhere.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-02-28
Summary:

Theatre-goers will not need much introduction to Sir. J. M. Barrie's 'Sentimental Tommy,' to be presented in its picture form at the Star tonight. The love story of Tommy and Grizel is invested with all of Barrie's charm. Gareth Hughes and May MacAvoy [sic] are the stars.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-02-29
Summary:

Sir J. M. Barrie's masterpiece, 'Sentimental Tommy,' in the picture version, continues at the Star until Saturday. On Sunday night, Kowloon will have an opportunity to witness the clever 'Quaints,' who will present one of their smartest skits. A full announcement of this…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-03-01
Summary:

Kowloon seems to get its share of good entertainment nowadays, and the engagement of the Quaints for tomorrow night will be received with pleasure. This company will present 'Underground to Anywhere.' The film today is 'Sentimental Tommy,' a very clean picture founded upon…