A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-15
Summary:

A crowded house at the World Theatre greeted 'The Scarlet Pimpernel' last night when it was shown for the first time. Dustin Farnum takes the main role and supported by Winifred Kingston. Film synopsis included. Pathe's News is shown as usual and there are comedies and other films…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-22
Summary:

The star film at the World Theatre this weekend is a five-part picture entitled 'When a Woman Strikes.' It is a tale of the wild West with a cast including Ben Wilson, Neva Gerber, Rosemary Theby, Murdock MacQuarrie and other film favourite. Film synopsis included. There is the usual…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-26
Summary:

The World Theatre's star film 'The Source' is an interesting picture with a plot staged in a lumber camp. Film synopsis included. Other films shown are the Gaumont Graphic and a very funny comedy. At 5.15, the star film is 'Melting Millions,' and first three episodes of…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-11-16
Summary:

The star film at the World Theatre is a five-part drama entitled 'Betrayed.' Film synopsis included. Other films are the Pathe News and a couple of good comedies. At the matinees, two further episodes of 'King of the Circus,' featuring Eddie Polo, are being screened.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-11-30
Summary:

Desperate Trails,' is showing at the World Theatre. It is a good picture in every respect, with Harry Carey and Irene Rich in the principal roles. Film synopsis included. The Screen Magazine is shown, also a good comedy. At the matinees at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., two further episodes of '…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-04-17
Summary:

The World Theatre is soon to show 'The Green Goddess' with George Arliss in the part he took in the late William Archer's famous play.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-04-23 - 1925-04-27
Summary:

Showing today, 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., a magnificent photodramatization of the famous novel by Kathleen Norris, Carl Laemmle presents 'Butterfly,' starring Laura La Plante, Norman Kerry, Kenneth Harlan, Ruth Clifford and Margaret Livingston. Also Jack Dempsey in 'So This Is Paris,…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-04-25
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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-04-25 - 1925-04-27
Summary:

Today till Monday at 5.15 and 9.15, a magnificent photo-dramatization of Kathleen Norris' novel, 'Butterfly,' with Laura La Plante, Norman Kerry, Ruth Clifford, Kenneth Harlan and others. Also Jack Dempsey in 'So This Is Paris.' April 25 Remarks: Starting Tuesday, '…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-04-25 - 1925-04-28
Summary:

Starting Tuesday next, George Arliss with Alice Joyce, Harry T. Morey and David Powell in 'The Green Goddess,' a Distinctive's production, distributed by Goldwyn-Cosmopolitan. Illustration included.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-04-27 - 1925-05-02
Summary:

Today till Saturday, 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., George Arliss with Alice Joyce in Distinctive Productions' 'The Green Goddess,' with Harry T. Morey and David Powell, distributed by Goldwyn Cosmopolitan. With special musical setting. Picture or illustration included. April 29 Remarks:…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-04-27 - 1925-04-27
Summary:

George Arliss, the world's foremost character actor is coming in 'The Green Goddess.'

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-04-27 - 1925-04-27
Summary:

Starting tomorrow at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., George Arliss with Alice Joyce and a cast of screen celebrities in 'The Green Goddess' in 10 reels. Today only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., an interesting super-Jewel, 'Butterfly,' with a brilliant cast headed by Laura La Plante, Norman…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-04-27 - 1925-04-27
Summary:

Last chance to see, a magnificient drama of Norris' famous novel, 'Butterfly,' a Universal super Jewel in 8 reels, starring Laura La Plante, Norman Kerry, Ruth Clifford and Kenneth Harlan. Also Jack Dempsey in 'So This Is Paris,' the 4th of the 'Fight and Win'…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-04-27
Summary:

The Green Goddess,' starring George Arliss, Alice Joyce, David Powell and Harry T. Morey, will be shown at the World Theatre for 5 days beginning tomorrow. The producer is Mr. Olcott. Plot and production summary included.

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Headline: The World
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-04-27
Summary:

World Theatre will be screening the Distinctive Pictures Corporation attraction 'The Green Goddess,' for five days. The photodrama features the world famous George Arliss who plays the role of the rajah of Rukh. The film is a melodramatic success for the star.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-04-27
Summary:

In 'The Green Goddess,' the superb photodrama which will be presented by Distinctive Pictures Corporation at the World Theatre for five days, beginning tomorrow, the patrons of this house will have the opportunity of seeing the greatest stage and screen actor of the generation – George…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-04-28 - 1925-04-29
Summary:

Showing today, the world's famous character actor, George Arliss in 'The Green Goddess.'

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-04-28 - 1925-04-29
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., George Arliss with Alice Joyce and a cast of screen celebrities in 'The Green Goddess,' in 10 reels. Today at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Hoot Gibson in 'The Sawdust Trail.' Also 'The Funeral of Dr. Sun Yat Sen.'

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-04-28 - 1925-04-29
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., George Arliss with Alice Joyce and a cast of screen celebrities in 'The Green Goddess.' With special musical setting. Come and enjoy it. Illustration included.