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: 1922-01-17 - 1922-01-23
Summary:

Commencing January 20 for four nights at 9.15 p.m., 'Outside the Law,' starring Priscilla Dean, in 8 parts. Dazzling heroine of 'The Virgin of Stamboul' and Lon Chaney star of 'The Miracle Man' and 'The Penalty.' A Universal-Jewel production. Prices of…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-01-17 - 1922-01-26
Summary:

Beginning Friday, 20th for 4 nights, 9.15 p.m. performances only, Universal Jewel's 'Outside the Law' starring Priscilla Dean, dazzling heroine of 'The Virgin of Stamboul' and Lon Chaney, star of 'The Miracle Man' and 'The Penalty.' Owing to the great…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-01-10
Summary:

Occasionally Yours,' a Robertson-Cole super-special starring Lew Cody, will be shown at the World Theatre for a run of four days beginning today. It is adapted to the screen by H. Tipton Steck from a story by Elmer Forst. Besides, Mr. Cody previously appeared in 'The Beloved Cheater…

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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: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-12-27
Summary:

World Theatre will be screening a Benjamin B. Hampton production 'The Killer' which is inspired from Stewart Edward White's novel. The film features Claire Adams, who is famous for her work with little Frankie Lee of 'The Westerners' and 'The Miracle Man.' The…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-25
Summary:

Betty Compson, whose meteoric rise in the cinema world as the result of her remarkable portrayal in 'The Miracle Man,' will be seen in 'Prisoners of Love,' the attraction at the Queen's Theatre, till Thursday. Others in the cast include Ralph Lewis, Roy Stewart, Clara…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-08-25
Summary:

Queen's Theatre will be screening 'Prisoners of Love' featuring Betty Compson who is famous for her role in 'The Miracle Man,' till Thursday. Others in the cast include Ralph Lewis, Roy Stewart, Clara Horton and Emory Johnson.

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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: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-12-05
Summary:

The Law Forbids,' by Universal, based on Bernard McConville's story, is showing today at the Queen's Theatre. The cast includes Baby Peggy, whose first picture 'The Darling of New York,' was so widely acclaimed. Her parents in this picture are Elinor Fair, remembered for…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-06
Summary:

The Law Forbids,' Baby Peggy's second Universal production, opened last night at the Queen's Theatre. The notable cast was assembled by Jess Robins, director of the picture, to portray the varied roles in the story, which was written by Bernard McConville. Robert Ellis and Elinor…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-02-09 - 1925-02-14
Summary:

Coming! 'Why Get Married?' February 12 and 14 remarks: The most beautiful girl in all France, Andree Lafayette in 'Why Get Married?' Starting Tuesday, the summit of motion picture achievement 'Koenigsmark.'

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-02-09 - 1925-02-10
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only, Constance Talmadge in 'The Sauce for the Goose' a drama of love, suspense and comedy. Starting Wednesday, the most beautiful girl in all France, Andree Lafayette in 'Why Get Married?' February 9-10 remarks: Coming! 'Koenigsmark.'

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-09 - 1925-09-10
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Constance Talmadge in 'The Sauce for the Goose.' Usual prices. Starting Wednesday next, Andree Lafayette in 'Why Get Married?' Don't forget the date. Coming, 'Koenigsmark.' Watch for its opening date.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-02-09 - 1925-02-10
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Constance Talmadge in 'The Sauce for the Goose' [sic]. Usual prices. Starting Wednesday next, Andree Lafayette in 'Why Get Married?' Coming, the wonderful picturization of Pierre Benolt [sic]'s famous novel, '…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-02-11 - 1925-02-14
Summary:

Today till Saturday, the most beautiful girl in all France, Andree Lafayette in 'Why Get Married?' Coming, the summit of motion picture achievement 'Koenigsmark.' February 11 remarks: Today till Friday, 'Mr. Nobody' episodes 19 and 20. Added attraction, magical…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-11 - 1925-02-13
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Andree Lafayette in 'Why Get Married?' Special music usual prices. Coming, 'Koenigsmark.' February 12 Remarks: Picture included. February 13 Remarks: Picture included.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-11 - 1925-02-12
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15, Andree Lafayette in 'Why Get Married?' Special music. No increase in prices. Coming, 'Koenigsmark.' Watch for its opening date. Today till Friday at 2.30 and 7.15, 'Mr. Nobody' episodes 19 and 20. Added attraction, Magical…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-02-11 - 1925-02-14
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Andree Lafayette in 'Why Get Married?' Also 'Koenigsmark.' February 11 Remarks: Today till Friday at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Mr. Nobody' Ep. 19 and 20. Added attraction, Magical Hypnotism (played by a number of skillful…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-13 - 1925-02-14
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only at 5.15 and 9.15, Andree Lafayette in 'Why Get Married?' With special music at usual prices. Coming 'Koenigsmark.' Watch for its opening date. Starting Sunday next, an interesting drama of intrigue and thrills, 'Shadows of Conscience.'