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: 1921-10-08
Summary:

The sporting drama entitled 'A Gentleman Rider' was screened last night at the World Theatre.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-12-12 - 1922-12-12
Summary:

Commencing Wednesday, 13th instant, Max Linder in 'Seven Years Bad Luck.' Also 'The Leather Pushers,' Universal-Jewel-Collier's series by H. C. Witwer, featuring Reginald Denny. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-12-13 - 1922-12-16
Summary:

Thursday to Saturday, 14th to 16th Dec., at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Max Linder in 'Seven Years Bad Luck,' in 5 parts. Also, Round one of 'The Leather Pusher.' December 13 Remarks: At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., William Russell in 'Challenge of the Law,' 5 parts. December 14-16…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-12-13
Summary:

Seven Years Bad Luck,' a Robertson-Cole production featuring Max Linder, will be shown at the World Theatre from today till Saturday. Another special feature in the programme at the World Theatre is 'The Leather Pushers' written by H. C. Witwer. Film synopsis included.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-12-13 - 1922-12-14
Summary:

From tonight till Saturday night, Max Linder in 'Seven Years Bad Luck.' Also 'The Leather Pusher' [sic], featuring Reginald Denny and directed by Harry Pollard. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-12-13 - 1922-12-13
Summary:

Wednesday to Saturday 13th to 16th December. 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Max Linder in 'Seven Years Bad Luck' in 5 parts. Also round one 'The Leather Pusher [sic].' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., William Russell in 'Challenge of the Law.' Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-12-14 - 1922-12-16
Summary:

Thursday to Saturday, 14th to 16th December, 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Max Linder in 'Seven Years Bad Luck' in 5 parts. Also round one, 'The Leather Pushers.' Prices of admission. 9.15 p.m. show $1.20 and 80 cents; 5.15 p.m. matinee, 70 cents and 50 cents. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Ruth…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-02-14
Summary:

Frank Mayo, and his supporting players were in the screen drama entitled 'Dr. Jim' which will be shown at the World Theatre this weekend. The film directed by William Worthington, written by Eugene B. Lewis based on the original story of Stuart Paton. Other than this, the programme…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-02-15
Summary:

A Universal special 'Dr. Jim,' in which Frank Mayo and Herbert Heyes take the leading roles, will be shown at the World Theatre from this evening to Saturday next. The supporting members of the cast include Claire Windsor. Screen Magazine will give some very interesting scenes and…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-05-17 - 1923-05-19
Summary:

The Coronet: Thur.-Sat. at 2.15, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15 p.m., Constance Talmadge in 'Lessons in Love.' The Star: Thur.-Sat. at 5.30 & 9.15 p.m., 'The Sporting Duchess.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-05-17 - 1923-05-17
Summary:

The Coronet: Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Constance Talmadge in 'Lessons in Love.' The Star: Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., Alice Joyce in 'The Sporting Duchess.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-05-17 - 1923-05-17
Summary:

A great Drury Lane drama made into a striking filmplay, 'The Sporting Duchess' was written and produced by Augustus Harris, Cecil Raleigh and Henry Hamilton. It has been made into a tip-top seven-reel cine melodrama by Vitagraph.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-05-17
Summary:

Over $200,000 was spent in the production of 'The Sporting Duchess,' which is to be shown at the Star Theatre, Kowloon, for the first time this evening. The cast supporting Alice Joyce is one of the largest and most talented that has been gathered around the star in recent years. The…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-05-17
Summary:

The Sporting Duchess,' is the great Drury Lane melodrama which the Star Theatre management is presenting to Kowloon kinema goers for the first time today. The film starred Alice Joyce, the popular Vitagraph star.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-05-17
Summary:

Star Theatre is going to present 'The Sporting Duchess' the Drury Lane melodrama for the first time today. Revolving around the great race for the English Derby, the film features Alice Joyce. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-05-17 - 1923-05-19
Summary:

The Coronet: Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Constance Talmadge in 'Lessons in Love.' The Star: Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., Alice Joyce in 'The Sporting Duchess.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-05-18 - 1923-05-19
Summary:

The Coronet: Tonight and tomorrow at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Constance Talmadge in 'Lessons in Love.' The Star: Tonight and tomorrow at 5.30 and 9.15, 'The Sporting Duchess.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-05-18
Summary:

A good deal of the real Derby atmosphere has found its way into 'The Sporting Duchess,' which is being shown this week at the Star Theatre, Kowloon. It is based on a famous old Drury Lane melodrama. Although the race is the big thrill of the picture, the story is well constructed. Film…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-05-26 - 1923-05-26
Summary:

Tonight at the Coronet: last performances of Priscilla Dean in 'Conflict.' Tomorrow at 6, 7.30 and 9.15, the great Drury Lane drama, 'The Sporting Duchess' and Larry Semon in 'Home Sweet Home.' At the Star: Today at 2.30, 5.30 and 9.15, Mildred Harris in 'Old…

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Headline: Star; Grand
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-06-11 - 1923-06-11
Summary:

Star: Tonight only at 5.30 and 9.15, 'Silk Husbands and Calico Wives,' Baby Peggy in 'Pals.' Grand: Tonigh and tomorrow at 9.15 p.m., Alice Joyce in 'The Sporting Duchess.' Circle at 50 cents.