A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-03-13
Summary:

Robert W. Chambers will soon be an equally strong draw for cinema-goers, if the high standard set the 'The Fighting Chance' is any criterion. The Paramount picture will be screened at the Star Theatre. Other stars included Anna Q Nilsson and Conrad Nagel.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-03-13
Summary:

The man who composed the popular song about the different varieties of kisses omitted one of the most novel kinds of all. But, the photoplay producers who adapted Robert W. Chambers' 'The Fighting Chance' didn't. The scene was only described in the book. It is shown in all…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-03-14
Summary:

Star Theatre is going to screen Robert W. Chambers' 'The Fighting Chance' for the first time this evening.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-03-14
Summary:

Actually an 'underwater love scene.' That is one of the striking incidents in this evening's Star Theatre feature attraction. Indeed, 'The Fighting Chance' is Robert W. Chambers' finest book. Notably good is the cast, the leading man being Conrad Nagel and the…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-09-06
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-09-09
Summary:

In 'A Full House,' the Paramount feature which will be screened at the Star Theatre tonight and tomorrow night, Bryant Washburn, the well-known light comedian, takes the leading part. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-09-09
Summary:

Star Theatre will be screening a Paramount picture 'A Full House,' tomorrow night. The film features Bryant Washburn. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-09-10
Summary:

Local cinema-goers are reminded of the final show of the Paramount picture, 'A Full House' at Star Theatre today, which is starred by Lois Wilson and Bryant Washburn. Directed by James Cruze.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-09-10
Summary:

Today, Star Theatre will be screening 'A Full House' starring Lois Wilson and Bryant Washburn.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-02-05
Summary:

Hongkong folk who have read Frances Hodgson Burnett's story Ediths's Burglar, will be delighted to know that the film version, entitled 'The Family Secret' is to be screened at the Star Theatre. Those who saw 'Merry-Go-Round' at the Coronet or the Star, will be glad…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-05
Summary:

Hongkong folk who have read Francis [sic] Hodgson Burnett's story, 'Editha's Burglar,' will be delighted to know that the film version, entitled 'The Family Secret,' is to be screened at the Star Theatre. The story is given an entirely new charm by Baby Peggy. Those…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-02-06
Summary:

Baby Peggy featured in 'The Family Secret,' which will be screened at the Star Theatre. The story is based on Mrs. Frances Hodgson Burnett's story 'Editha's Burglar,' or, as it was styled more briefly when adapted for the stage by Mr. Augustus Thomas, 'The…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-02-06
Summary:

Star Theatre will be screening 'The Family Secret' starring Baby Peggy, today and tomorrow. The film is based on Mrs. Frances Hodgson Burnett's story 'Editha's Burglar' which was adapted for the stage by Mr. Augustas Thomas by the name 'The Burglar.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-06
Summary:

Admirers of the infant phenomenon of the screen, Baby Peggy Montgomery, to give her the full name under which she figures in the cast of her latest picture, 'The Family Secret,' will not be disappointed by a visit to the Star Theatre. Certainly, the little mite has never been seen to…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-02-07
Summary:

The Family Secret' starred by Baby Peggy, attracted large crowded at the Star Theatre. The story is based on Frances Hodgson Burnett's novel, called 'Edithe's Burglar.' Baby Peggy is likely to take the place of Marie Osborne and Zoe Hay. The picture also starred by…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-07
Summary:

Seated among the large crowd at the Star Theatre last night, which was kept in a perfect bubble of merriment at the antics of Baby Peggy, the conclusion has come to that the choice of the title of the picture, 'The Family Secret,' was a rather queer one. Mrs. Frances Hodgson Burnett…