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: 1921-10-17
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: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-16 - 1924-05-17
Summary:

Commencing May 16th to 19th, Chefalo and Palermo company. Also Metro picture shows, Milton Sills in 'The Forgotten Law' in 7 parts. The most forceful photodrama of a decade at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., a Fox serial 'The Bride 13' 1st and 2nd episodes. Booking at the theatre. Price…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-17
Summary:

Chefalo and Palermo, the noted magicians, are opening a four-day season at the Queen 's Theatre. Palermo will always be remembered for the staging of the 'Garden of Mystery' previously seen in this Colony. Genuine sympathy and real intelligence are displayed by the cast of '…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-19 - 1924-05-19
Summary:

Tonight, Chefalo and Palermo. At 5.15 and 9.15, 'The Forgotten Law,' a Metro picture. At 7.15, a Fox serial, 'The Bride 13' 1st and 2nd episodes. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-20 - 1924-05-22
Summary:

Commencing today (Tuesday) 20th until Thursday, 22nd May at 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Chefalo and Palermo. Picture shows at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Al Lincoln in 'Determination.' At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Bride 13' episodes 3 and 4. Booking at theatre. Price details included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-20
Summary:

A scenic gem is, without exaggeration, the most fitting description of 'Determination,' the ten-reel feature which starts at the Queen's Theatre today for a few days' run. Film synopsis included. One of the most ambitious scenes is that of a Paris night club where the elite…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-27 - 1924-05-29
Summary:

Commencing 27th to 29th May at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Mae Marsh in 'Face in the Dark.' At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Bride 13' episodes 7 and 8. Usual prices. Booking at theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-30 - 1924-05-31
Summary:

Commencing 30th May to 2nd June at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. 'Youth to Youth,' an unbeatable combination played by a distinguished cast, headed by Billie Dove at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. Also a Fox serial, 'The Bride 13' episodes 9 and 10. Usual prices. Booking at theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-06-02 - 1924-06-02
Summary:

Tonight (2nd June) at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'Youth to Youth,' an unbeatable combination played by a distinguished cast, headed by Billie Dove. At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., a Fox serial, the 'Bride 13' episodes 9 and 10. Usual prices. Booking at theatre.

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-06-17 - 1924-06-19
Summary:

A successful motion picture must have a laugh, a tear, a thought. That's why you'll be highly pleased with Mae Marsh in her very latest production, 'Nobody's Kid,' adapted from Kate Langley Bosher's novel. To see her is to love her. Beginning Tuesday 17th to…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-06-27 - 1924-06-30
Summary:

Commencing 27th to 30th June at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., a Gasnier production with Gaston Glass and Ruth Clifford in 'Mother-in-Law.' At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Bride 13' episodes 14 and 15.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-07-01 - 1924-07-01
Summary:

Today only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., a Gasnier production with Gaston Glass and Ruth Clifford in 'Mothers-in-Law,' a story of a wife who forgot and of a mother who made her remember. At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Bride 13' episodes 14 and 15.

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-31 - 1924-12-31
Summary:

Tomorrow at all shows. January 1st, New Year's Day, special children's matinees at 2.30 and 5.15 p.m., souvenir tickets, no blanks, showing Jackie Coogan in 'Oliver Twist,' by Charles Dickens, with Lon Chaney, Gladys Brockwell, Lionel Belmore and cast of stars, directed by…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-31
Summary:

There comes tomorrow to the Queen's Theatre a picture heralded as a 'milestone on the highway of Art,' and which bears the highest recommendations in its own right. It is 'Oliver Twist,' starring Jackie Coogan, produced by Sol Lesser; directed by Frank Lloyd, and…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-01 - 1925-01-01
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., the pick of the latest First National Pictures, Jackie Coogan and Lon Chaney in 'Oliver Twist' by Charles Dickens, a super-production at ordinary prices. Today New Year's Day special children's matinees at 2.30 and 5.15 p.m., souvenir…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-03 - 1925-01-03
Summary:

Today to Monday at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., special Sunday matinee at 5.15 p.m., the pick of the latest First National Pictures, Jackie Coogan and Lon Chaney in 'Oliver Twist' by Charles Dickens. Showing to crowded houses. Book your seats early. At 5.15, 80 cents, 50 cents and…

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Headline: The Queen's
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-03 - 1925-01-03
Summary:

Today at all shows, Sol Lesser presents Jackie Coogan in 'Oliver Twist,' a First National picture. A super-production at ordinary prices. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-03
Summary:

A great many of the patrons of the Queen's Theatre yesterday went to enjoy a screened series of antics performed by the screen's most gifted boy. Jackie Coogan was the boy, the play was Frank Lloyd's adaptation of Charles Dickens' 'Oliver Twist' presented as a First…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-05 - 1925-01-05
Summary:

Today, positively last show at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., the best show in town, Jackie Coogan in and as 'Oliver Twist' by Charles Dickens. At ordinary prices. Tomorrow at all shows, Strongheart, the wonder dog, in 'The Silent Call,' a First National attraction.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-05
Summary:

As the engagement of little Jackie Coogan in 'Oliver Twist' draws to a close today at the Queen's Theatre, the impression gains strength that this is one of the biggest and most notable picture products yet created for the screen. It seems to be as nearly perfect as a picture play…