A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-09-08
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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-09 - 1924-01-09
Summary:

Probably the most gorgeous film play ever screened at a Hongkong cinema, 'Forbidden Fruit,' Cecil DeMille's special production for Paramount-Artcraft marks the commencement of a new era for the Star. It will be shown on Thursday, Friday and Saturday at super-production prices.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-10 - 1924-01-10
Summary:

There is always a good show at Coronet: Tonight, 'Are You a Failure?' and 'P. C. 511.' The Star: Tonight till Saturday at 5.30 and 9.15, 'Forbidden Fruit.' Prices: 5.30, $1.00 and 60 cents; 9.15, $1.50 and $1.00. The Grand: 9.15 p.m., Jackie Coogan in 'Trouble…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-10 - 1924-01-10
Summary:

Jesse L. Lasky presents Cecil DeMille's 'Forbidden Fruit' by Jeanie Macpherson, a Paramount picture. In order that Hongkong residents may be sure of obtaining accommodation, seats may be booked at the Star Ferry for both 5.30 and 9.15 shows. Prices: 5.30 p.m., $1.00 and 60 cents;…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-10
Summary:

Cecil de Mille has achieved a reputation as one of the best producers of the day: hence the announcement of the showing of 'Forbidden Fruit' at the Star will be received with interest. Agnes Ayres, the star, is noted for her stately presence, and in this film, she has been given plenty…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-10
Summary:

Advance reports speak exceedingly highly of the big picture 'Forbidden Fruit,' which will be shown at the Star Theatre shortly. Cecil de Mille, the producer, has achieved a big reputation as a maker of natural films. Agnes Ayres, the star who knows well how to wear elegant clothes, is…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-11 - 1924-01-11
Summary:

There is always a good show at Coronet: Starting tonight at 2.30, 5.15 and 9.15, D. W. Griffith's 'Birth of a Nation.' Illustration included. The Star: Today till Saturday at 5.30 and 9.15, 'Forbidden Fruit.' Prices: 5.30, $1.00 and 60 cents; 9.15, $1.50 and $1.00. The…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-11 - 1924-01-11
Summary:

Jesse L. Lasky presents Cecil DeMille's 'Forbidden Fruit' by Jeanie Macpherson, a Paramount picture. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-01-11
Summary:

Cecil. B. de Mille's gorgeous film 'Forbidden Fruit' is due at the Star today till Saturday. Agnes Ayres is the leading figure.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-12 - 1924-01-12
Summary:

There is always a good show at Coronet: Starting tonight at 2.30, 5.15 and 9.15, D. W. Griffith's 'Birth of a Nation.' Illustration included. The Star: Today at 2.30, 5.30 and 9.15, 'Forbidden Fruit.' Prices: 5.30, $1.00 and 60 cents; 9.15, $1.50 and $1.00. The Grand:…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-12 - 1924-01-12
Summary:

Cecil DeMille presents his most gorgeous production, 'Forbidden Fruit' featuring Agnes Ayres. For the last time tonight at 2.30, 5.30 and 9.15 p.m. at the Star. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-12
Summary:

The Star has inaugurated their new policy with success, 'Forbidden Fruit,' the Cecil de Mille production, having been a good draw during the last day or two. The management announces that it has secured a number of good pictures, including Paramount releases, which have not been often…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-01-12 - 1924-01-12
Summary:

104 Paramount films for 1924 and 24 'Felix, the Cat' comedies. Tonight, 'Forbidden Fruit.' Tomorrow, 'April Folly' and Felix in '50-50.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-01-13 - 1924-01-13
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.30 and 9.15, 'Forbidden Fruit.' Prices: 2.30, usual; 5.30, $1 and 60 cents; 9.15, $1.50 and $1.00. Tomorrow at 6 and 9.15, Marion Davies in 'April Folly' and Felix, the Cat in '50-50.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-24 - 1924-01-24
Summary:

There is something particularly appealing about this crook drama. 'The City of Silent Men' featuring Thomas Meighan. And when you have seen it you will acknowledge it to be his best since 'The Miracle Man.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-02-18
Summary:

A film described as a second 'Miracle Man' is 'The Faith Healer,' with Milton Sills, which is on today only at the Star. Tomorrow Griffith's 'One Exciting Night' will be shown.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-03-17 - 1924-03-17
Summary:

The Coronet: Today and tomorrow at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Baby Peggy in 'The Darling of New York.' The Star: Today only at 5.30 and 9.15, Douglas Fairbanks in 'The Mollycoddle.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-03-17 - 1924-03-17
Summary:

The Coronet: Today and tomorrow at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Baby Peggy in 'The Darling of New York.' The Star: Today only at 5.30 and 9.15, Douglas Fairbanks in 'The Mollycoddle.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-03-18 - 1924-03-18
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Baby Peggy in 'The Darling of New York.' The Star: Tonight and tomorrow, Zena Keefe in 'Proxies.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-03-18 - 1924-03-18
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Baby Peggy in 'The Darling of New York.' The Star: Today and tomorrow, Zena Keefe in 'Proxies.'