A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-03-16
Summary:

William Lyon Phelps Lampson, Professor of English Literature at Yale University, was so impressed by the William Fox picturization of 'Les Miserables,' with William Farnum take the leading role, will be shown at the World Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-03-16
Summary:

Next week, World Theatre is going to screen French author Victor Hugo's story's film version entitled 'Les Miserables.' The William Fox production featuring William Farnum promises to be original to the great French writer's story.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-19
Summary:

William Farnum will be seen at the World Theatre, in a screen dramatization of Victor Hugo's immortal story 'Les Miserables.' It is a production under the Fox Film Corporation. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-03-19
Summary:

Les Miserables,' written by Victor Hugo, became a moving picture in which presented by William Fox and starred by William Farnum, will take place for screening in World Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-21
Summary:

Les Miserable,' Victor Hugo's masterpiece, a screen version of which William Fox presents at the World Theatre today, has been called by leading literary lights of the world, 'The Gospel of the Poor.' William Farnum takes the title role in the film. Film synopsis included.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-03-21
Summary:

Victor Hugo sold the rights of 'Les Miserables' to William Fox and become a screen version which is shown at the World Theatre, starred by William Farnum.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-03-21
Summary:

Beginning from today, World Theatre is going to screen a William Fox production entitled 'Les Miserables' starring William Farnum. Written by French author Victor Hugo, the story depicts the unique features of Paris. The producer has tried his best to make the reproduction historically…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-22
Summary:

Les Miserable,' a Victor Hugo's masterpiece, the screen version of which William Fox presents was shown at the World Theatre last night. The leading role is taken by William Farnum. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-03-22
Summary:

Yesterday, World Theatre presented a William Fox production 'Les Miserables.' The realistic drama strongly appeals to the emotions of the audience. The film features William Farnum who leaves nothing undone to perform the role of Jean Valjean in the most realistic manner. The play is…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-24
Summary:

William Farnum bows himself out of the World Theatre tonight with the final performance of the Fox super-production 'Les Miserables.' This is the last chance to see the drama of Victor Hugo.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-03-24
Summary:

A film version of Victor Hugo's 'Les Miserables' is showing at the World Theatre today. William Farnum starred in this William Fox production. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-12-07
Summary:

Through a Glass Window,' which was presented at the World Theatre last night, is an excellent show. Little Miss Avoy wins your attention as the plucky little mite. And then there is Raymond Mckee and Fannie Midgely [sic]. All in all, it is a heart interest story which stacks up splendidly…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-10-04
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-10-07
Summary:

Lon Chaney, in a Universal Jewel super-production that comes to a climax when a reproduction of the earthquake of 1906 shakes San Franciso into kindling for the great fire, will be the offering at the World Theatre, entitled as 'The Shock.' The film also starred by Virginia Valli, the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-10-07
Summary:

Lon Chaney in a Universal-Jewel super-production that comes to a climax when a reproduction of the earthquake of 1906 shakes San Francisco into kindling for the great fire, will be the offering at the World Theatre beginning tomorrow. It is entitled 'The Shock.' The sweetness is…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-10-08
Summary:

World Theatre will be showing 'The Shock' featuring Lon Chaney and Virginia Valli, today. The cast also includes Christine Mayo, Walter Long, Jack Mower, Henry Barrows and James Wong. The film is directed by Lambert Hillyer.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-10-09
Summary:

The Shock' is showing at the World Theatre. The picture is starred by Lon Chaney and Virginia Valli. Production details mentioned.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-10-09
Summary:

World Theatre is showing the Universal City attraction 'The Shock.' The film displays the San Francisco earthquake scene with utmost realism.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-10-09
Summary:

Universal City officials have declined to explain how the San Francisco earthquake and fire and the actual demolishing of an entire section of the city were obtained as the climax for a picture which is showing at the World Theatre today. The production is 'The Shock,' and those who…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-04-21
Summary:

Kathleen Norris's latest novel to be filmed 'Butterfly,' comes to the World Theatre tomorrow. Production details and background included.