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: 1921-09-19
Summary:

Pathe's latest star, Emmy Wehlen, will take the leading role in the special attraction coming to the World Theatre under the title of 'Lifting Shadows.' The run of this famous film begins on Friday next. Henri Ardel is the author of the story.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-09-23
Summary:

Variety turns are always welcome in Hongkong and the management of the World Theatre is to be congratulated on their enterprise in introducing this feature into their programme. The classical dancing by Miss Mosolowa and Mr. Gordon. Tonight, the attraction at this theatre is a film entitled…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-06-15
Summary:

World Theatre is going to screen 'North of Fifty-three,' featuring Dustin Farnum, tonight. Tomorrow another six parts drama entitled 'Someone Must Pay' will be screened at the World Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-06-19
Summary:

World Theatre is screening Ivan Abramson's drama 'Someone Must Pay' for the last time today. The drama is based on real life events, straight forward and is without any exaggerations.

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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: 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…