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: 1923-03-20
Summary:

Star Theatre is screening 'Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde,' a film version of R. L. Stevenson's novel. Children are not to be admitted to the screening of this film. However, tomorrow night, for the special benefit of the youngsters, Charlie Chaplin's comedy entitles 'Carmen…

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Headline: Star Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-21
Summary:

Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde,' a film version of R. L. Stevenson's famous story, is being shown at the Star Theatre tonight, but children will not be admitted to the performance. For the benefit of the youngsters, a special all-comedy programme which includes Charlie in 'Carmen'…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-22
Summary:

Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde' will be replaced by 'The Ruling Passion' at the Star Theatre in the next few days. The leading role is taken by George Arliss, who previously appeared on the screen in 'The Devil' and 'Disraeli.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-09-07
Summary:

Star Theatre is going to screen 'The Ladder Jinx.' Besides its distinctively funny situations, the direction has been scientifically and skillfully handled. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-09-07
Summary:

Jesse [sic] Robbins, who made 'The Ladder Jinx,' has struck out in an entirely new direction. Recognising the great possibilities of a travesty upon popular superstition, he built up an amusing comedy dealing with adventures of an unfortunate young man. If you wish to have a really…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-09-07
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-09-08
Summary:

The quickest way to obtain a hearty laugh at someone else's expense is to travel over to Kowloon tonight and visit 'The Ladder Jinx' at The Star. Last night ,a big house was kept in a continuous ripple of laughter over the misfortunes of Arthur Barnes, a young bank cashier who was…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-05-29
Summary:

George Fitzmaurice's 'Idols of Clay,' a Paramount Picture, will be shown at the Star Theatre for three days commencing today. The film features Mae Murray and David Powell. The film also exhibits some lavish settings of London designed at the Famous Players Lasky studio. The…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-01
Summary:

Cinema patrons have nothing to grumble at the fare recently, and now, provided for them, particularly at the Coronet and Star Theatres. At the former, we have Douglas Fairbanks probably the most popular of all male screen artists. At the Star, we have Rudolph Valentino who is rapidly coming to…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-12-02
Summary:

The popularity of the film and 'super-production' like Douglas Fairbanks latest 'The Thief of Bagdad,' has an impact in London for building more supercinemas. In the last two years the New Tivoli and the Shepherd's Bush Pavilion, both magnificent, have been opened. In…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-01-13
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is screening 'Rosita' featuring Mary Pickford. Mary Pickford is supported by George Walsh who is famous for his role in 'Intolerance.' The film will be screened at the Star Theatre in the second half of this week. Film synopsis included.

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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: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-01-14
Summary:

Coronet Theatre will be screening 'Rosita' featuring Mary Pickford, this evening and tomorrow. It will be shown at the Star Theatre on Friday and Saturday. There are no increases in the prices of admission to see this picture.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-01-15
Summary:

Rosita,' starred by Mary Pickford, has been transferred from Coronet to the Star. Film plot included.

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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: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-01-16
Summary:

Rosita,' by United Artists Corporation starring Mary Pickford, showing at Star after being shown at the Coronet. Mary had the advice of Snitz Edwards who took a theatrical company to Spain and thus gained the most valuable first-hand information to ensure the accuracy in the picture.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-01-16
Summary:

After being shown at the Coronet Theatre, the United Artists Corporation 'Rosita' will be screened at the Star Theatre. The film features Mary Pickford and is one of the most artistically beautiful photoplays. To create the scenes of Old Spain, Mary Pickford took advice from Snitz…

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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: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-01-17
Summary:

Rosita' at the Star, starred by Mary Pickford and Holbrook Blinn, fall of the curtain today. Film plot included.