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: 1921-09-06 - 1921-09-08
Summary:

Tuesday, 6th to Thursday, 8th September at 9.15 p.m., Triangle Film Corp. presents Margaret [sic] Blanche in 'A Place in the Sun.' Also Pathe's News and Comedies. Matinee programmes: Tuesday and Wednesday, 'Desert Gold'; Thursday at 5.15 p.m., 'Vanishing Trails…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-16 - 1921-09-17
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., Ruffells' presents 'The Great Game,' a most wonderful drama in 6 parts featuring Bombardier Wells and an all-star cast. Also Pathe's latest news and comedies. Matinee programme: 5.15 p.m., 'Fool's Gold'; 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Vanishing…

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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.

4
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-08 - 1921-11-10
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., Jack Sherrill and Mabel Withee in a rugged drama of human interest, 'Once to Every Man' in 5 parts. Also comedies and Pathe News. Matinees: 5.15 p.m., 'La La Lucille,' a special comedy attraction in 5 parts; 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Eddie Polo in 'King…

5
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-15 - 1921-11-17
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents Miriam Cooper in 'Betrayed.' Also Pathe's News and comedies. Booking at Messrs Mehta and Co. (Tel. 951.)

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-05-31
Summary:

Treat 'em Rough,' a William Fox photoplay featuring Tom Mix, was screened at the World Theatre yesterday.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-02
Summary:

Today is the last day to see Tom Mix in 'Treat 'em Rough' at the World Theatre. It is believed that Tom Mix was excellent in 'Fame and Fortune,' and he is far better in 'Treat 'em Rough.'

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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: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-11 - 1922-08-14
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Realart Pictures presents Alice Brady in 'Out of the Chorus,' ‘Snub' Comedy and Pathe News. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., June Caprice and George B. Seitz in 'Sky Ranger' episodes 8 and 9. Usual prices. Booking at the theatre. August 12 Remarks: Sunday…

10
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-26 - 1922-08-28
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Realart Pictures presents Mary Miles Minter in 'The Little Clown.' Also ‘Snub' Pollard Comedy and Pathe News. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., June Caprice and George B. Seitz in 'Sky Ranger' episodes 12 and 13. Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-07-10 - 1923-07-11
Summary:

Doesn't the very word give you a thrill? We promise you several thrills if you visit the World Theatre and see Constance Binney, the beautiful Realart star's latest picture, 'Midnight.' Showing on Wednesday, the 11th.

12
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-07-10
Summary:

Constance Binney is rapidly graduating from mere pretty-girl roles into strong emotional action. She has proved her ability to handle difficult roles by her splendid work in 'The Case of Becky' and 'First Love.' Now she is announced to appear as the star of 'Midnight,…

13
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-07-11 - 1923-07-14
Summary:

Wednesday to Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'The New Leather Pushers' round 9, 'The Chickasha Bone Crusher' starring Reginald Denny. Also Constance Binney in 'Midnight.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Charles Hutchison in 'Go Get ‘Em Hutch' episodes 12 and 13. Usual…

14
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-07-13
Summary:

Midnight,' a Constance Binney picture opened at the World Theatre last evening. The part of the unhappy wedded heroine is radically different from any of Miss Binney's roles in previous productions. Jack Mullhall [sic] appears to splendid advantage. The leading roles are handled by…

15
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-26 - 1924-05-27
Summary:

Monday 26th and Tuesday 27th for two days only, Florence Reed in 'Eternal Mother.' Also Pathe News and Felix the Cat Comedy.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-04-20 - 1925-04-21
Summary:

Today till Wednesday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'The Rejected Woman' with Alma Rubens, Conrad Nagel, Wyndham Standing and a brilliant cast. With special musical setting. Coming, Laura La Plante in 'Butterfly,' Universal super-Jewel with an all-star cast. Also Jack Dempsey in…

17
Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-04-22 - 1925-04-22
Summary:

Starting tomorrow at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Kathleen Norris' world-famous novel, 'Butterfly,' a Universal super Jewel in eight reels, with a brilliant cast headed by Laura La Plante, Norman Kerry, Ruth Clifford, Kenneth Harlan, supported by Roy Barnes, Margaret Livingstone, Freeman…

18
Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-04-22 - 1925-04-22
Summary:

Last chance to see 'The Rejected Woman,' with Conrad Nagel, Alma Rubens, Wyndham Standing and a brilliant cast. Final shows today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. Starting tomorrow, Kathleen Norris' world-famous novel, 'Butterfly,' a Universal super Jewel in eight reels, with a…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-04-22
Summary:

Kathleen Noris' latest novel to be filmed, 'Butterfly,' has been filmed as a Universal Jewel all-star production directed for the screen by Clarence Brown, and comes to the World Theatre tomorrow. The leading characters are played by Ruth Clifford, Laura La Plante, Kenneth Harlan…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-04-23 - 1925-04-24
Summary:

Starting today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., a great Universal super Jewel made out of Kathleen Norris' world-famous novel, 'Butterfly' in 8 reels, with an all-star cast including Laura La Plante, Norman Kerry, Ruth Clifford and Kenneth Harlan. Also Jack Dempsey in 'So This Is Paris…