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: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-05-16
Summary:

Queen's Theatre will be hosting magicians, Chefalo and Palermo, who will stage their performances on 5:15 and 9:15 today. The Theatre will also screen the Metro picture 'The Forgotten Law' which is based on a story similar to 'Uncle Tom's Cabin.' There is a strong…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-17
Summary:

Chefalo and Palermo will perform at Queen's Theatre today and tomorrow. While 'The Forgotten Law' and 'Bride 13' will also be screened.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-05-17
Summary:

Queen's Theatre will be hosting the magicians, Chefalo and Palermo, today and tomorrow. The Theatre will also be screening 'The Forgotten Law.' 'Bride 13' is the picture for the 2:15 and 7:15 shows.

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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: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-20
Summary:

The Performance of Chefalo and Palermo will be continued for three more days at Queen's Theatre. A picture entitled 'Determination,' starring by Alpheus Lincoln, and 'Bride 13' will be put on as well.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-05-20
Summary:

Queen's Theatre will continue to present the magicians Chefalo and Palermo for three more days commencing today. They will perform the 7:15 and 9:15 shows. From tomorrow, they will be supported for the rest of their stay by 'Bride 13' at 7:15 show and 'Determination' at…

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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: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-05-22
Summary:

Tomorrow night, magicians Chefalo and Palermo will finish their season at the Queen's Theatre. They will give their performances at the 7:15 and 9:15 performances when they will be supported by two pictures, 'Bride 13' and 'Determination' respectively.