A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Star Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-01-10 - 1923-01-11
Summary:

For the busy man: Today & tomorrow at 9.15 p.m., Mlle Toska in classical dances. At 5.30 also 9.15 p.m., William S. Hart in 'Square Deal Sanderson.' Friday 12th till Sunday 14th at 9.15 p.m., 'The Powder Puffs' in a complete change of programme. Monday, 23rd, Von Stroheim…

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Headline: Star Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-01-10 - 1923-01-16
Summary:

Commencing Jan. 15th, 'Foolish Wives.' The picture you have all been waiting for. January 10 Remarks: Illustration included. January 11 Remarks: Directed by Von Stroheim. January 13 & 15 Remarks: The film features Erich von Stroheim (of 'Devil's Passkey' and '…

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Headline: Foolish Wives'
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-01-11
Summary:

Star Theatre is going to screen the Universal production which cost over a million dollars. The photodrama was directed by Erich von Stroheim. The expense was equally divided between the cost of the settings and the expense of keeping the vast army of personnel. The picture is considered to be…

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Headline: Foolish Wives'
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-01-15
Summary:

Star Theatre is going to screen 'Foolish Wives' featuring von Stroheim. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-01-17
Summary:

Star Theatre screened Universal's 'Foolish Wives' which managed to attract a huge audience. The million-dollar film stars Erich von Stroheim and takes the leading role and early booking of seats at Moutrie's is advised.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-01-18
Summary:

Tonight, Star Theatre will be hosting a first-class orchestra that is being carried over by the luxury ship Cunard Liner s.s. 'Laconia.' The orchestra will play during the 9 pm performance of the 'Foolish Wives' tonight and during the interval, a violin solo will be rendered…

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Headline: Star Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-01-22 - 1923-01-22
Summary:

They are coming up strong at the Star. After 'Foolish Wives,' there're still big pictures to be enjoyed. Mon. 22nd till 24th Jan., 'His Official Fiancee,' with Vivian Master [sic]. Thurs. 25th till 27th Jan., 'The Counterfeit' with Elsie Ferguson. Sun. 28th…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-04-12 - 1923-04-14
Summary:

The Coronet: Wed. to Mon. at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Max Linder in 'The Three Must Get Theres.' The Star: Thur. to Sat. at 5.30 and 9.15, Alice Joyce in 'Cousin Kate.' April 12-13 Remarks: The Star - Also showing 'The Rent Dodgers,' and British Gazette.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-09-08 - 1923-09-10
Summary:

The Coronet: 'The Ladder Jinx.' The Star: At 6 & 9.15, Mabel Normand in 'Molly O'.' September 10 Remarks: 'Foolish Wives' coming soon.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-09-11 - 1923-09-12
Summary:

The Coronet: Tonight at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15, 'Foolish Wives.' At 7.15, 'The Ladder Jinx.' The Star: At 5.30 & 9.15 p.m., Mary Pickford in 'Pollyanna.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-09-13 - 1923-09-14
Summary:

The Coronet: Today and tomorrow at 2.30, 5.15 & 9.15, 'Foolish Wives.' At 7.15, 'Her Kingdom of Dreams.' The Star: At 5.30 & 9.15, 'The Son of Wallingford.' September 14 Remarks: 'Foolish Wives' is Von Stroheim's great Universal super jewel.…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-01-29 - 1924-01-31
Summary:

How does a women know? May McAvoy in 'Morals.' Film plot included. January 30 Remarks: Also showing British Gazette and Out of the Inkwell Cartoon Comedy, 'Merchancial Doll' [sic]. Illustration included. January 30-31 Remarks: Also showing British Gazette.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-02-25 - 1924-02-26
Summary:

Mon. and Tue., 25th and 26th Feb., Dorothy Revier in 'The Broadway Madonna,' in 6 parts. Also, British Gazette and 'Felix on the Trial.' Booking at the Theatre. February 25 Remarks: Another ad. on page 7.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-03-12 - 1924-03-15
Summary:

12th Wed. to 15th Sat. at 5.15 & 9.15 p.m., British Gazette: Mr.s Ramsay MacDonald - England's First Socialist Premier, Great British Railway Strike, etc. Also, Ethel Clayton in 'Can a Woman Love Twice?' Admission, 9.15 p.m., $1.5 & $1; 5 p.m., $1 & 70 cents. Booking…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-03-26 - 1924-03-29
Summary:

Wed. to Sat., 26th to 29th March, 'Lights Out' with an all star cast. Also, British Gazette: Premier's First Visit to Chequers; Alsatian Dor [sic] Trials; Duke of York at Northampton and all latest news in British Isles. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-04-16 - 1924-04-19
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Monte Blue & Mary Alden in 'The Tents of Allah.' Also, British Gazette. Booking at the Theatre. April 16 Remarks: On page 3, another ad on 'The Tents of Allah' only. Illustration included. April 19 Remarks: On page 4, another ad…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-08-27 - 1924-08-30
Summary:

Wed. 27th to Sat. 30th Aug. at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'Itching Palms.' Film plot included. Also, British Gazette No. 1101/20, 'Bubbles' (Inkwell Cartoon) and 'Between Showers' (Cameo Comedy). Usual Prices. August 30 Remarks: Commencing tomorrow, Clara Kimball Young in…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-10-01 - 1924-10-04
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Irene Rich and Monte Blue in 'Lucretia Lombard,' adapted from the novel by Kathleen Norris. A Warner Bros. class of the screen. Also, British Gazette 1109/10, 'Felix Tries for Treasure' (Inkwell cartoon) and 'His New Papa…