A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-12
Summary:

The dance by 'Olympia Follies' is the show in Queen's Theatre. A picture play entitled 'Slim Shoulders,' starred by Irene Castle, will be screened today at 5.15 and 9.15 show. The hero is portrayed by Rod La Rocque of 'The Ten Commandments' fame.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-05-12
Summary:

Queen's Theatre is hosting 'Olympia Follies.' Showing at 5:15 and 9:15 till next Wednesday, the Company will also present New York and London songs by Hamilton and Mills, in addition to the dance performances. The Theatre will also screen 'Slim Shoulders' starring Irene…

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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: Mystery Picture
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-03-02
Summary:

Lon Chaney, is remarkable in the Goldwyn melodrama, 'A Blind Bargain,' which is now showing at the Queen's Theatre. Tomorrow a new picture, 'The Invisible Fear,' a First National Attraction will be shown and the other half of the programme will contain Vaudeville acts of…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-03-02
Summary:

Lon Chaney plays one of the most remarkable roles of his spectacular career, in 'A Blind Bargain,' which is now showing in the Queen's Theatre. Lon Chaney plays two roles – one a polished suave physician and the other is a hunchback. Tomorrow a new picture, 'The Invisible…

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

Not since the filming of 'In Old Kentucky' has Anita Stewart had such a strenuous time in a picture as that which confronted her in the making of 'The Invisible Fear,' a Louis B. Mayer First National attraction which comes to the Queen's Theatre today for an engagement…

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

Queen's Theatre will be screening a Louis B. Mayer-First National attraction, 'The Invisible Fear,' featuring Anita Stewart. The story is written by Hampton Del Ruth and the scenario by Madge Tyrone. The theatre will also be staging the Kitty Barlow Vaudeville Company, from today…

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

Not since the filming of 'In Old Kentucky' has Anita Stewart had such a strenuous time on a picture as that which confronted her in the making of 'The Invisible Fear,' a Louis B. Mayer First National attraction, which comes to the Queen's Theatre today. The story is by…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-03-04
Summary:

The Invisible Fear,' a First National attraction starring Anita Stewart, is the feature picture at the Queen's Theatre. Miss Kitty Barlow continued her performance in another part of the programme.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-03-04
Summary:

Starting from yesterday, Queen's Theatre started to screen First National's 'The Invisible Fear' starring Anita Stewart. The film exhibits quality acting, suspense and thrills. Last night, the theatre also included comic, singing and dancing performances by Kitty Barlow and…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-03-05
Summary:

The Invisible Fear,' a First National attraction starring Anita Stewart, is the feature picture at the Queen's Theatre. The Story was written by Madge Tyrone and directed by Edwin Carewe. Film plot included. Miss Kitty Barlow and Irene West provide their performance in another part of…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-03-05
Summary:

Queen's Theatre is screening an Associated First National attraction, 'The Invisible Fear' featuring Anita Stewart. The theatre continues to stag Miss Kitty Barlow and Irene West. They will give their farewell performances today at 5:15 pm and 9:15 pm.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-03-05
Summary:

Anita Stewart, the star of 'The Invisible Fear,' an Associated First National attraction which is now delighting large audiences at the Queen's Theatre, is not seen as just an ordinary murderess. In his treatment of Madge Tyrone's scenario, Director Edwin Carew [sic] has…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-03-06
Summary:

The Invisible Fear,' starring Anita Stewart, produced by Edwin Carewe, contains some beautiful sets which are highly artistic features, will be the feature at the Queen's Theatre today only.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-03-06
Summary:

The Invisible Fear,' an Anita Stewart starring vehicle, which was directed by Edwin Carewe, contains some beautiful sets which are highly artistic features. In spite of Shakespeare's immortal remark about the play being the thing, Mr. Carewe believes that a bit of action or a good…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-03-16
Summary:

Richard Barthelmess new starring vehicle, First National production, 'The Bright Shawl,' which began an engagement at the Queen's Theatre last night. His two pictures 'Tol'able David' and 'Sonny' are mentioned. Dorothy Gish also starred in 'The Bright…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-03-16
Summary:

Last night, Queen's Theatre screened Richard Barthelmess' 'The Bright Shawl.' The film is compared with productions like 'Sonny' and 'Tol'able David.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-03-16
Summary:

Viewing such a motion picture as Richard Barthelmess' new starring vehicle, 'The Bright Shawl,' which began an engagement at the Queen's Theatre last night, one instinctively recalls his previous productions for purposes of comparison. 'Tol'able David' was a…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-05-12
Summary:

Richard Barthelmess in his second starring venture to be distributed by Associated First National Pictures, Inc., 'The Seventh Day,' will be the attraction at the Queen's Theatre tomorrow. The young star has a different role from his part in 'Tol'able David.' Frank…