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: 1916-03-25
Summary:

Charlie Chaplin is soon to make his appearance in Hong Kong with the picture 'Tilly's Punctured Romance.' Mabel Normand is at her best in one of the leading parts, supported by Mike Newman. Features to be shown 'The Victoria Cross' from London Cosmo Company, 'The…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-02
Summary:

A recent issue of The American Architect contained an extremely interesting article on 'Architecture and the Motion Picture,' by Carl A. Ziegler, who states the education value of the screen in the familiarizing the public with the little-known art form of architecture. It is in the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-02-23
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-30
Summary:

The film version of 'The Sea Wolf,' adapted from the story of Jack London, will be shown at the Coronet Theatre today and tomorrow. The leading role is taken by Noah Beery, and he previously appeared in 'White Hands.'

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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
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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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-11-02
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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…

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

Today at the Coronet the first of two Barrie plays, as adapted to the needs of the screen, will be presented. 'What Every Woman Knows' is no doubt familiar to the vast majority of theatre-goers as one of the brilliant works. William de Mille is responsible for the present production.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-03-04
Summary:

Another famous Barrie play is the feature attraction at the Coronet Theatre today when 'Sentimental Tommy' will be shown for the last time. That the filming has been worthy of the theme cinema patrons need not doubt, as the entire direction has been under the master hand of William de…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-06-27