A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
Displaying 1 - 14 of 14
1
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-01-08
Summary:

Everybody knows Daniel Defoe's 'Adventures of Robinson Crusoe,' the delightful book which amused us as children. The story is being filmed under the Universal production, and will be shown at the World Theatre. Another film attraction is 'The Carnival Child.'

2
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…

3
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-01-13
Summary:

It is reported that a very enjoyable part of yesterday's entertainment, from the Japanese point of view, was the cinema show at the World Theatre in the afternoon. The film screened was 'Robinson Crusoe.'

4
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-07-20
Summary:

A special sporting drama 'Checkers' is now being shown at the World Theatre. This is one of William Fox's productions presenting Thomas Carrigan in the principal role. During the 2.30 and 7.15 p.m performances, the splendid serial film, 'The Fatal Fortune,' will be shown…

5
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…

6
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…

7
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…

8
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…

9
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-03-19
Summary:

World Theatre will be screening the Universal production 'The Gaiety Girl.' The film is the screen version of I. A. R. Wylie's 'The Inheritors.' The film features Mary Philbin who is famous for her work in productions like 'Merry-Go-Round,' 'Fool's…

10
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-03-19
Summary:

The romantic love story is the play in which Mary Philbin is at her very best.' This statement, by King Baggot, seems borne out in her three biggest successes of the screen; 'Merry-Go-Round,' 'Fool's Highway,' and her last 'The Gaiety Girl,' Universal…

11
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-03-28
12
Headline: Jack Dempsey
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-04-04
13
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-04-21
Summary:

Carl Laemmle, president of Universal Pictures, announced at the time he signed Jack Dempsey, the heavy-weight champion of the world, to appear in a special series of ten features titled 'Fight and Win,' for the role of 'tiger' Jack O'Day, created by Gerard Beaumont. The…

14
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-05-16