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: 1915-08-10
Summary:

The Victoria Theatre has been giving a splendid programme over the weekend, including war pictures, a Sherlock Holmes episode and a magnificently produced Pathe drama 'A Queen's Love.' tonight's programme includes a new Wiffles picture and the 'Everyone His Own Destiny…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-12-22
Summary:

Mr. Blake, manager of the Victoria Theatre, states that 'Sunshine and Shadow' and other of the Baby Marie Osborne pictures have been record-breaking attractions at this house. He has arranged to present her latest Pathe feature 'Captain Kiddo' on Christmas day. Phil [sic]…

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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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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-04-07
Summary:

Jewel Carmen plays the part of young bride in the film 'Nobody,' which is showing in Queen's Theatre. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-04-07
Summary:

Queen's Theatre will be screening the First National attraction 'Nobody' starring Jewel Carmen. The film is directed by Roland West. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-04-07
Summary:

Jewel Carmen, the screen star whose latest story under Roland West's direction for First National will be shown at the Queen's Theatre for four days, beginning today with the mystifying title of 'Nobody,' plays the part of a young bride, who is taken by her husband, Tom Smith…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-04-08
Summary:

Queen's Theatre will be screening the Associated First National, Inc. attraction 'Nobody' starring Jewel Carmen. The film is directed by Roland West. Some really expensive sets were erected for the production of the film. The cast also included Riley Hatch and William Davidson.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-04-08
Summary:

Nobody,' the Roland West production for Associated First National Pictures, Inc., starring Jewel Carmen, began a four-day engagement at the Queen's Theatre yesterday. Miss Carmen gave a performance which should add greatly to her fame as a gifted movie actress. Director West likewise…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-04-09
Summary:

Jewel Carmen is drawing crowds to the Queen's Theatre because of her remarkable acting in 'Nobody'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-04-09
Summary:

Jewel Carmen is drawing good crowds to the Queen's Theatre because of her acting in 'Nobody,' which Roland West produced for Associated First National Pictures, Inc. The engagement opened Tuesday and will extend to Friday. Miss Carmen's portrayal of the role of a young bride…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-05-12
Summary:

Richard Barthelmess in 'The Seventh Day,' will be the attraction at the Queen's Theatre tomorrow. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-05-12
Summary:

Richard Barthelmess in his second starring venture to be distributed by Associated First National Pictures, Inc., 'The Seventh Day,' will be the attraction at the Queen's Theatre tomorrow. The young star has a different role from his part in 'Tol'able David.' Frank…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-05-13
Summary:

Richard Barthelmess in 'The Seventh Day,' coming to the Queen's Theatre today. Also starring Louise Huff. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-05-13
Summary:

Queen's Theatre will be screening the First National Attraction 'The Seventh Day' featuring Richard Barthelmess and Louise Huff. The cast includes Frank Losee, Leslie Stowe, Anne Cornwall, who is remembered for her performance to Lionel Barrymore in 'The Copperhead' and…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-05-13
Summary:

In 'The Seventh Day,' the First National Attraction coming to the Queen's Theatre today, in which Richard Barthelmess is starred, a contrast between the lives of people who think that toil is the panacea for all troubles and the butterfly type of people found today in the cities,…

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

The Seventh Day' opened at the Queen's Theatre yesterday. The film is starred by Richard Barthelmess, who had been also starred in 'Tol'able David.' Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-05-14
Summary:

The Seventh Day' is good enough entertainment for the seventh day and all the other six. Richard Barthelmess, who won his sensational spurs as a star with 'Tol'able David,' has followed it up with a picture of unusual interest. Its opening at the Queen's Theatre…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-06-06
Summary:

Yesterday, Queen's Theatre began the screening of 'Sonny' featuring Dick [sic] Barthelmess who is famous for his performances in 'Broken Blossoms,' 'Tol'able David.' The cast includes Pauline Garon, Patterson Dial, who was previously seen with Barthelmess…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-06
Summary:

When 'Broken Blossoms' appeared, we hailed Dick [sic] Barthelmess, the actor. With 'Tol'able David,' we acclaimed a new star. But with 'Sonny,' his latest picture, which opened yesterday at the Queen's, we announce the arrival of an actor of ability in…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-11-14
Summary:

The attraction at the Queen's Theatre commencing today is John Barrymore in Sherlock Holmes. This should prove a very interesting film.