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: 1924-09-02
Summary:

Ethel Clayton, Paramount star, displays not only marked emotional talent as an actress, but also proves a delightful dancer in her latest big picture, 'A City Sparrow,' which opens at the Star Theatre this evening. Film synopsis included. The story is one of the sweetest ever told and…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-09-03
Summary:

Ethel Clayton's excellent Paramount film, 'A City Sparrow,' will be screened in that Star Theatre for the last time this evening. The story, which is woven around the life of a vaudeville dancer, provides some charming contrasts in pathos and humour. Ethel Clayton is supported by…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-03
Summary:

Concluding a week's successful showing of 'The Enemies of Women,' the management of the Star Theatre has again commenced the week auspiciously and announce programmes that should appeal to all. Yesterday witnessed superb representations on two famous operas by the equally famous…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-13
Summary:

Between Christmas and the Chinese New Year, it is appropriate that the Coronet should screen two pictures featuring the Carnival spirit – the 'Merry-Go-Round' and 'Rosita.' It was quite apparent from its reception on Sunday that it would attract more than the average cinema…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-15
Summary:

It says much for the opinion of 'Rosita' that, after a successful run at the Coronet, the local cinema management has enough confidence in it to transfer the venue of the screening from the Coronet to the Star, in Kowloon. 'Rosita' is a great picture. Mary Pickford takes the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-16
Summary:

The folks of Kowloon have not been backward in taking advantage of the enterprise of the Star management in securing the transfer of 'Rosita' from the Coronet and as a result, good houses are being secured at every session. The great attraction is Mary Pickford in a new role, but the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-17
Summary:

Rosita,' with its fine representation of Mary Pickford comes to a close at the Star Theatre, Kowloon, today, when it is sure to a rush of old and new admirers of this popular cinema star. It has been asked by many who have seen the picture both at the Coronet and the Star how it is that…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-03-09
Summary:

The cast supporting Hoot Gibson in 'The Sawdust Trail,' his Universal starring feature at the Star Theatre today is of special note. Josie Sedgwick, famous as the leading woman in 'Jubilo,' plays the role of 'Calamity June,' the wild west cowgirl. Others in the cast…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-04-25
Summary:

The Marriage Circle' at the Star Theatre is remarkable in its simplicity and the adherence with which it clings to everyday happenings. Moreover, the cast can truly be termed an all-star one, for the five principal characters are none other than Monte Blue, Florence Vidor, Creighton Hale,…