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: 1924-05-19
Summary:

Queen's Theatre will be presenting the magicians, Chefalo and Palermo, along with the attraction 'The Forbidden Law' for the last time at the 5:15 and 9:15 shows. 'Determination,' a ten-reel picture, follows on Tuesday. The scenes in the picture include the fashion…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-19
Summary:

At the Queen's Theatre at 5.15 and 9.15 tonight, the famous magicians, Chefalo and Palermo, will repeat their programme which attracted such large audiences on Friday and Saturday. Commencing today, 'Determination,' a stupendous ten-reel film play will be exhibited at the Queen…

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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: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-20
Summary:

The Queen's Theatre has been able to secure an extension of the Chefalo and Palermo company for three days as from today. This company will always be assured of a welcome in the Far East where they are old favourites. They will be supported by different pictures – a serial at the earlier…

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Headline: Cinema Notes
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-05-21
Summary:

Coronet Theatre will be screening 'Peacock Alley' featuring Mae Murray, for the last time tonight. Star Theatre will be screening a Paramount production by Lois Weber, entitled 'Too Wise Wives,' featuring Claire Windsor and Mona Lisa, for the last time tonight. The film…

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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.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-22
Summary:

Genuine merit has been the cause of success which has attended the performances by the Chefalo and Palermo troupe of magicians at the Queen's Theatre where they will be on view today and tomorrow. At the 5.15 and 9.15 shows at the Queen's 'Determination,' a film dealing with…

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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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Headline: Scaramouche'
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-02-19
Summary:

The Adolph Zukor prize has been awarded by a distinguished body of judges to Rafael Sabatini's novel 'Scaramouche,' produced on the screen by Rex Ingram. Mr. Zukor offered the prize to the writer whose story replay made the best picture to be produced on the screen and publicity…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-19
Summary:

The Adolph Zukor prize has been awarded by a distinguished body of judges to Rafael Sabatini for his novel 'Scaramouche' produced on the screen by Rex Ingram. Mr. Zukor offered the prize to the writer whose story of play made the best picture to be produced on the screen and publicly…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-03-10
Summary:

Sure Fire Flint,' featuring Johnny Hines, begins a four-days engagement at the Queen's Theatre. The story is adapted from same story name appeared in Ace High Magazine, written by Gerald C. Duffy. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-03-10
Summary:

Beginning today, for four days, Queen's Theatre will be screening 'Sure Fire Flint' featuring Johnny Hines. The story is adapted from the story of the same name appeared in the Ace High Magazine, and written by Gerald C. Duffy. Johnny Hines is famous for his performance in '…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-03-10
Summary:

Speed, comedy, action and drama are promised the patrons of Queen's Theatre when 'Sure Fire Flint,' featuring Johnny Hines, is to run a four-day engagement beginning today. The story of 'Sure Fire Flint,' adapted from the story of the same name as it appeared in Ace High…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-03-11
Summary:

Johnny Hines in 'Sure Fire Flint' received good houses at the Queen's Theatre. Other cast included Doris Kenyon, Effie Shannon, Robert Edeson, Edmund Breese, J. Barney Sherry, Charles Gerrard and others. The piece was directed by Dell Henderson and Billy Bitzer, Cameraman for…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-03-11
Summary:

Yesterday, Queen's Theatre screened 'Sure Fire Flint' starring Johnny Hines. The film is filled with thrill and comedy. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-03-11
Summary:

Johnny Hines, America's popular juvenile screen comedian, in 'Sure Fire Flint' played to good houses at the Queen's Theatre yesterday. In this picture, Johnny keeps one in high spirits; he is always doing things that will bring a laugh. This picture is filled with many…