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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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-12-31 - 1924-12-31
Summary:

Tomorrow at all shows, Jan. 1st, New Year's day, special children's matinees, souvenir tickets. Jackie Coogan as 'Oliver Twist.' At ordinary prices.

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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: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-12-31
Summary:

Queen's Theatre will be screening a First National attraction 'Oliver Twist' starring the child actor Jackie Coogan. The film is produced by Sol Lesser, directed by Frank Lloyd and is presented by a company of celebrities like Lon Chaney, Gladys Brockwell, Lionel Belmore. The film…

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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: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-01-02 - 1925-01-05
Summary:

Today to Monday, the pick of the latest First National Pictures. Jackie Coogan and Lon Chaney in 'Oliver Twist' by Charles Dickens. January 5 remarks: Strongheart, the wonder dog in 'The Silent Call,' a First National attraction.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-01-02
Summary:

Yesterday, Queen's Theatre screened a First National attraction 'Oliver Twist' featuring Jackie Coogan. The play was Frank Lloyd's adaptation of Charles Dickens' story.

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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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Headline: Oliver Twist'
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-01-05
Summary:

Queen's Theatre is screening a First National attraction 'Oliver Twist' starring Jackie Coogan. The cast also includes Lon Chaney and Gladys Brockwell. The film is based on Charles Dickens' story of the same name and exhibits one of the finest performances of Jackie Coogan.…

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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…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-02-09 - 1925-02-12
Summary:

Alice Terry in Turn to the Right by Rex Ingram, the producer of 'The Four Horsemen' [sic]. Also, Manila Vaudeville Co. February 12 remarks: Tomorrow, George Walch [sic] in 'Serenade,' a First National attraction. Miss Tamara Baraonelli performs.

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-12 - 1925-02-12
Summary:

Today only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Manila Vaudeville Company and Alice Terry and Jack Mulhall in 'Turn to the Right,' a big Metro-Rex Ingram production. Tomorrow, Friday, February 13th, George Walsh in 'Serenade,' a First National attraction. Also Miss Tamara and Baraonelly in…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-02-13 - 1925-02-16
Summary:

First National Pictures presents George Walsh and Miriam Cooper in 'Serenade.' Miss Tamara Baraonelli and Mr. Jack Thomas perform. February 16 remarks: Barbara Castleton and Lewis Stone in 'The Child Thou Gavest Me,' a First National attraction.

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-13 - 1925-02-13
Summary:

Friday till Monday, February 13-16 at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., First National Pictures presents George Walsh and Miriam Cooper in 'Serenade.' And Miss Tamara Baronelli in classical and oriental dances; Mr. Jack Thomas in latest songs. Remarks: Another ad. on page 11. Illustration included…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-02-13
Summary:

Queen's Theatre will be screening an R. A. Walsh-First National attraction, 'Serenade,' starring George Walsh and Miriam Cooper who is famous for her performances in 'The Birth of a Nation' and in 'Intolerance.' In addition to the screening of 'Serenade,…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-13
Summary:

Miriam Cooper, the actress who bewitched thousands by her portrayal of one of the Cameron sisters in 'The Birth of a Nation' and in 'Intolerance' will appear at the Queen's Theatre today in 'Serenade,' an R. A. Walsh-First National Attraction. Playing opposite…