A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Star Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-06
Summary:

The Wonder Man,' featuring Georges Carpentier, has attracted large houses to the Star Theatre. In addition, a drama entitled 'The Girl Who Stayed at Home' will be screened on Friday.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-08 - 1922-06-08
Summary:

Today at 5.30 and 9.15, 'The Game of Wits.' Today 7.15 p.m., 'The Net.' Tomorrow at 5.30 and 9.15, 'The Girl Who Stayed at Home,' a drama in 7 parts. Booking office for Hongkong residents now open at the Star Ferry Wharf. Daily 4.30 to 5.15 p.m. and 6 to 9 p.m.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-09 - 1922-06-09
Summary:

From 9th to 12th June at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m. (except Sunday matinee), the great drama in 7 parts, 'The Girl Who Stayed at Home,' an Artcraft super production. At 7.15 p.m., the serial film, 'The Great Radium Mystery,' 3rd and 4th episodes. Matinee, Saturday at 2.30 p.m.,…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-10 - 1922-06-10
Summary:

9th to 12th June at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., Robert Harron in D. W. Griffith's 'The Girl Who Stayed at Home,' an Artcraft picture. No matinee of this picture on Sunday. Picture included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-10 - 1922-06-10
Summary:

From 9th to 12th June at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. (except Sunday matinee), the great drama in 7 parts, 'The Girl Who Stayed at Home,' an Artcraft super-production. At 7.15 p.m., the serial film, 'The Great Radium Mystery,' 3rd and 4th episodes. Matinee, today at 2.30 p.m., '…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-10
Summary:

The Darlington Trio, who have had a successful season at the Lyric Theatre, Manila, are making their Hongkong debut at the Star Theatre. Besides, a sensational drama 'The girl who stayed at home' will be screened.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-12 - 1922-06-12
Summary:

Today at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., 'The Girl Who Stayed at Home,' an Artcraft super-drama. A great success of the Darlington Trio, a novelty in vaudeville. At 7.15 p.m., 'The Great Radium Mystery,' the serial film, 3rd and 4th episodes. Tomorrow, Charles Ray in 'String Beans…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-13
Summary:

The Girl who stayed at Home' was screened at the Star Theatre last night. During the interval, the Darlington Trio gave a skillful exhibition of step dancing. Tonight, Paramount's 'String Beans' will also be given.

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

The Coronet: 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Jack London's 'Sea Wolf.' The Star: 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., Lillian Gish in 'True Heart Susie.'

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

The Sea Wolf' by Jack London. Illustration included.

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

The captain superintendent of police having ordered the withdrawal of 'The Sheik's Wife,' the management of the Coronet offer their apologies to those who had intended to see this film tonight or tomorrow. They will screen instead 'The Sea Wolf' in 7 reels, the film…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-04-02 - 1923-04-02
Summary:

Showing with a big bunch of topical films tonight and tomorrow, 'The Sea Wolf' by Jack London. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-04-02
Summary:

The Sea Wolf,' adapted from Jack London's story with the same name, is now being shown at the Star Theatre. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-04-03 - 1923-04-03
Summary:

The Coronet: All this week at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Harold Lloyd in his newest and greatest success 'Dr. Jack.' The Star: 5.45 and 9.15 p.m., last performances of Jack London's 'The Sea Wolf.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-04-03
Summary:

The screen version of 'The Sea Wolf' is now being shown at the Star Theatre. The novel is written by Jack London. Film plot included.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-09 - 1924-01-09
Summary:

Probably the most gorgeous film play ever screened at a Hongkong cinema, 'Forbidden Fruit,' Cecil DeMille's special production for Paramount-Artcraft marks the commencement of a new era for the Star. It will be shown on Thursday, Friday and Saturday at super-production prices.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-10 - 1924-01-10
Summary:

There is always a good show at Coronet: Tonight, 'Are You a Failure?' and 'P. C. 511.' The Star: Tonight till Saturday at 5.30 and 9.15, 'Forbidden Fruit.' Prices: 5.30, $1.00 and 60 cents; 9.15, $1.50 and $1.00. The Grand: 9.15 p.m., Jackie Coogan in 'Trouble…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-10 - 1924-01-10
Summary:

Jesse L. Lasky presents Cecil DeMille's 'Forbidden Fruit' by Jeanie Macpherson, a Paramount picture. In order that Hongkong residents may be sure of obtaining accommodation, seats may be booked at the Star Ferry for both 5.30 and 9.15 shows. Prices: 5.30 p.m., $1.00 and 60 cents;…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-10
Summary:

Cecil de Mille has achieved a reputation as one of the best producers of the day: hence the announcement of the showing of 'Forbidden Fruit' at the Star will be received with interest. Agnes Ayres, the star, is noted for her stately presence, and in this film, she has been given plenty…