A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Cinema Notes
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-27
Summary:

Mae Marsh, who has starred in 'Birth of a Nation' and 'Intolerance,' is now supported by Alec. B Francis and Niles Welch in 'The Face in the Dark' which will be put on at the Queen's Theatre tonight till Thursday. Film plot included. First National's…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-27
Summary:

Countless film features have been shown here with Norma Talmadge in the starring role. This is perfectly true of 'The Wonderful Thing,' a First National picture directed by Herbert Brenon. Harrison Ford is also in the film and there is also the novelty of a real American society leader…

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Headline: Cinema Notes
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-28
Summary:

The Face In The Dark' will be screened till Thursday at the Queen's Theatre. Mae Marsh, who acted in 'Intolerance' and 'Birth of a Nation,' is the heroine of the film. No words of praise can be sufficient to extol Norma Talmadge's performance in 'The…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-29
Summary:

For the last time tonight, Hongkong cinema-goers will have an opportunity of seeing 'The Face in the Dark' starring Mae Marsh who made such a hit in 'Birth of a Nation' and 'Intolerance.' 'The Face in the Dark' is the current feature at the Queen's…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-01-31
Summary:

Pat O' Malley, is pitted against eight men, in one of the sensational screen struggles of the year, ranks with the fight of the blacksmith in 'Birth of a Nation,' and the famous Tom Santschi battle in 'The Spoilers.' It occurs as an amazing climax of 'Fools'…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-13
Summary:

Miriam Cooper, the actress who bewitched thousands by her portrayal of one of the Cameron sisters in 'The Birth of a Nation' and in 'Intolerance' will appear at the Queen's Theatre today in 'Serenade,' an R. A. Walsh-First National Attraction. Playing opposite…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-03-16
Summary:

Richard Barthelmess new starring vehicle, First National production, 'The Bright Shawl,' which began an engagement at the Queen's Theatre last night. His two pictures 'Tol'able David' and 'Sonny' are mentioned. Dorothy Gish also starred in 'The Bright…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-03-16
Summary:

Viewing such a motion picture as Richard Barthelmess' new starring vehicle, 'The Bright Shawl,' which began an engagement at the Queen's Theatre last night, one instinctively recalls his previous productions for purposes of comparison. 'Tol'able David' was a…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-05-12
Summary:

Richard Barthelmess in his second starring venture to be distributed by Associated First National Pictures, Inc., 'The Seventh Day,' will be the attraction at the Queen's Theatre tomorrow. The young star has a different role from his part in 'Tol'able David.' Frank…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-05-14
Summary:

The Seventh Day' opened at the Queen's Theatre yesterday. The film is starred by Richard Barthelmess, who had been also starred in 'Tol'able David.' Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-05-14
Summary:

The Seventh Day' is good enough entertainment for the seventh day and all the other six. Richard Barthelmess, who won his sensational spurs as a star with 'Tol'able David,' has followed it up with a picture of unusual interest. Its opening at the Queen's Theatre…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-05-15 - 1925-05-15
Summary:

Today only at all shows, Richard Barthelmess in 'The Seventh Day,' directed by Henry King of 'Tol'able David' fame. Also His Rascals in 'Stage Fright,' an 'Our Gang' comedy in 2 parts. Tomorrow at all shows, 'The Fatal Hour,' with an all-…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-05-29
Summary:

Lillian Gish in her greatest role! The ethereal little star who tugged at heartstrings in such big productions as 'The Birth of a Nation,' 'Broken Blossoms,' 'Orphans of the Storm' and 'Way Down East' at last has a role that tests her full powers. In Henry…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-05-30
Summary:

The White Sister,' starring Lillian Gish, will have its premiere at the Queen's Theatre today. The story was taken from F. Marion Crawford's famous novel. Lillian Gish has been appeared in 'The Birth of a Nation,' 'Way Down East,' 'Hearts of the World…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-01 - 1925-06-02
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.00, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., the greatest love story of all time, Metro Pictures Corporation presents Lillian Gish, who was in 'The Birth of a Nation,' 'Hearts of the World,' 'Orphans of the Storm' and 'Way Down East,' in Henry King's…

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Headline: The Queen's
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-03 - 1925-06-04
Summary:

Richard Barthelmess and Henry King make 'Sonny' as fine an achievement as 'Tol'able David' showing Friday, June 5th.

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-03 - 1925-06-14
Summary:

If you have seen 'Tol'able David,' you will want to see 'Sonny,' Friday, June 5th.

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-03 - 1925-06-03
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only at 2.30, 5.00, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Lillian Gish, the big little star of 'Way Down East' in her greatest and latest triumph, 'The White Sister' in 11 reels. With special musical score. Friday, June 5th, Richard Barthelmess in 'Sonny,' great as…

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Headline: The Queen's
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-05 - 1925-06-05
Summary:

Another great picture to equal 'Tol'able David,' Richard Barthelmess in George V. Hobert's big play, 'Sonny.' Also Lucille Anderson in latest dances and comedy acts. Today and tomorrow only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m.

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-05 - 1925-06-05
Summary:

Today and tomorrow, June 5th and 6th at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Richard Barthelmess, the star of 'Tol'able David' in 'Sonny,' directed by Henry King of 'Tol'able David' and 'The White Sister' fame. Also Lucille Anderson in latest dances and comedy.…