A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
Displaying 1 - 19 of 19
1
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-15
Summary:

The Cinema Murder,' with Marion Davies as the leading role, will be screened at the Star Theatre today. It is noted that Marion Davies was formerly a member of the famous Ziegfeld Follies.

2
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-03-15
Summary:

The Cinema Murder' which the management of the Star Theatre in Kowloon is presenting to the patrons today is a screen version of a well-known novel by E. Phillips Oppenheim. The film starred Marion Davies and Nigel Barrie. Film plot included.

3
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-03-15
Summary:

Today, Star Theatre is going to present 'The Cinema Murder' the film version of a well-known novel by E. Phillips Oppenheim. The film features Marion Davies and Nigel Barrie.

4
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-17
Summary:

Formerly a member of the famous Ziegfeld Follies, Marion Davies further enhances her reputation as an extraordinarily capable film artist in 'The Cinema Murder,' which is to be shown for the last time at the Star Theatre today. The next attraction will be 'Black is White'…

5
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-03-17
Summary:

Today, Star Theatre is screening 'The Cinema Murder' featuring Marion Davies. On Sunday and Monday, the attraction will be 'Black Is White,' featuring Dorothy Dalton.

6
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-23
7
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-28
Summary:

Only a Shop Girl,' is the Star Theatre's new picture. It is starred by Estelle Taylor. Production and plot summary included.

8
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-08-28
Summary:

Star Theatre will be screening a melodrama entitled 'Only a Shop Girl' for the first time this evening.

9
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-08-28
Summary:

Only a Shop Girl,' the new film which comes to the Star Theatre this evening as the feature attraction for the next few days, is a good old fashioned drama adapted from a stage success 25 years ago. 'Only a Shop Girl' is perfect in every detail. Specially good is the scene in the…

10
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-29
Summary:

Only a Shop Girl,' an exciting melodrama based on a notable stage success, is the draw of the Star Theatre today. Estelle Taylor plays the leading role.

11
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-08-29
Summary:

Star Theatre will be screening a melodrama entitled 'Only a Shop Girl,' today. The film features Estelle Taylor.

12
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-30
13
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-30
14
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-08-30
Summary:

Only a Shop Girl,' a good wholesome melodrama, based upon a stage success, it the Saturday feature attraction at the Star Theatre. This excellent picture, which will be shown for the last time this evening, includes not less than nine stars in its cast, chief among them being beautiful…

15
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-09-06
16
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-09-09
Summary:

In 'A Full House,' the Paramount feature which will be screened at the Star Theatre tonight and tomorrow night, Bryant Washburn, the well-known light comedian, takes the leading part. Film plot included.

17
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-09-09
Summary:

Star Theatre will be screening a Paramount picture 'A Full House,' tomorrow night. The film features Bryant Washburn. Film synopsis included.

18
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-09-10
Summary:

Local cinema-goers are reminded of the final show of the Paramount picture, 'A Full House' at Star Theatre today, which is starred by Lois Wilson and Bryant Washburn. Directed by James Cruze.

19
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-09-10
Summary:

Today, Star Theatre will be screening 'A Full House' starring Lois Wilson and Bryant Washburn.