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: 1921-10-15
Summary:

A crowded house at the World Theatre greeted 'The Scarlet Pimpernel' last night when it was shown for the first time. Dustin Farnum takes the main role and supported by Winifred Kingston. Film synopsis included. Pathe's News is shown as usual and there are comedies and other films…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-10-17
Summary:

Scarlet Pimpernel,' from Baroness Orczy's novel, was shown on the screen at the World Theatre. Dustin Farnum and Winifred Kingston take the main roles in the film. Film synopsis included. Pathe News and two good comedies are also in the programme.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-11-02
Summary:

La La Lucille,' the star film now showing at the World Theatre, is one long laugh from start to finish. With such names as Eddie Lyons and Lee Moran in the cast, the acting is bound to be good. Film synopsis included. The programme also includes some minor films, with the usual Pathe's…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-11-16
Summary:

The star film at the World Theatre is a five-part drama entitled 'Betrayed.' Film synopsis included. Other films are the Pathe News and a couple of good comedies. At the matinees, two further episodes of 'King of the Circus,' featuring Eddie Polo, are being screened.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-22
Summary:

Another Wm. Fox picture is now screening at the World Theatre, in which Gladys Brockwell takes the leading role. It is stated that some of the recent events shown in Pathe News are interesting, as well as 'Sticky Fingers,' a comedy in two parts.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-08-29
Summary:

World Theatre is going to screen a William Fox drama entitled 'Brave and Bold,' tonight. The Pathe world news also contains some very interesting records of recent events.

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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: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-10-06
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-10-10
Summary:

A great treat is in store for lovers of Dickens at the World Theatre from tomorrow till next Saturday when William Fox presents 'A Tale of Two Cities.' William Farnum assumes the double role. It is a photoplay of great impressiveness and a full cast of artists who stand high in their…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-10-13
Summary:

For the last time Dickens masterpiece, 'A Tale of Two Cities,' will be shown at the World Theatre on Sunday next at 1.30 p.m. And at 6 p.m. the famous Hoot Gibson, in 'Dead Game' will be screened. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-10-13
Summary:

Chas. Dickens' masterpiece 'A Tale of Two Cities,' featuring the popular William Farnum (in dual roles) will be shown for the last time, on Sunday, when the admission fee will be specially reduced in the case of children. At 6 p.m., a Western romance 'Dead Game,'…

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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: 1924-10-07
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: 1925-02-21
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-02-23
Summary:

World Theatre will be screening King Vidor's first Goldwyn production 'Three Wise Fools.' The film was adapted from Austin Strong's comedy-drama by King Vidor, who also directed it. The film features Eleanor Boardman who is famous for her role in Rupert Hughes' '…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-23
Summary:

The cast which appears in 'Three Wise Fools,' King Vidor's first Goldwyn production, which is coming to the World Theatre on Wednesday next, is one of those remarkable casts which have come to be associated with Goldwyn pictures. The film was adapted from Austin Strong's…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-02-24
Summary:

Beginning tomorrow, the World Theatre will be screening the Goldwyn picture entitled 'Three Wise Fools' featuring Claude Gillingwater.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-24
Summary:

Claude Gillingwater is one of the regular old-time actors. He served his apprenticeship with a troupe of barnstormers when he was 16 years old and then was one of the featured players in a repertoire company before he was 21. Gillingwater plays one of the wise codgers in 'Three Wise Fools…