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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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-07 - 1924-01-07
Summary:

There is always a good show at Coronet: Tonight only, Alice Lake and Rudolph Valentino in 'Uncharted Seas,' 'Assorted Heroes' and Topical film. The Star: Tonight only at 5.30 and 9.15, Milton Sills in 'Legally Dead.' The Grand: Tonight only at 9.15 p.m., 'The…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-06 - 1924-11-08
Summary:

Today, Friday and Saturday at 5.30 and 9.15, Thomas Meighan and Jacqueline Logan in 'White and Unmarried,' a Paramount picture. Also an exceedingly beautiful Prizma Colour Music Film and our own Topical. Matinee 40 cents and 60 cents; nights 60 cents and $1.00. Children and servicemen…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-15 - 1924-11-15
Summary:

The Coronet: Today till Monday, Tom Moore and Isobel Elsom in 'The Harbour Lights.' The Star: Today till Monday at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., 'Son of Kissing Cup,' Century Comedy and our own Topical.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-18 - 1924-11-19
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, 'The Signal Tower.' Also Inkwell Comedy and our own Topical. The Star: Today at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., Little John Revue Co. Prices: 5.30, $1 and 60 cents; 9.15, $1.50 and $1.00.

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-16 - 1925-02-16
Summary:

Today only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., last performances, Miss Tamara Baronelli in classical and oriental dances; Mr. Jack Thomas in latest songs and dances. Also George Walsh and Miriam Cooper in 'Serenade' in 7 parts. Tomorrow at all shows, Barbara Castleton and Lewis Stone in 'The…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-16
Summary:

A delightful story of the romantic days of Spanish glories, alive with tempestuous love and intrigue that characterize the Latin race – that is 'Serenade,' which will be shown for the last time at the Queen's Theatre. It is an R. A. Walsh-First National attraction. Miriam Cooper…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-17 - 1925-02-19
Summary:

Tuesday to Friday, February 17th to 20th at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., First National Pictures presents Barbara Castleton, Lewis Stone and William Desmond in 'The Child Thou Gavest Me,' with little Dick [sic] Headrick. Also Buster Keaton in 'The Haunted House.' Prices of admission:…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-17
Summary:

The Child Thou Gavest Me,' which is to be the attraction under the First National trademark at the Queen's Theatre, introduces a new producing organization to the motion picture public. It is an independent unit known as John M. Stahl Productions, and the pictures are made under Mr.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-18
Summary:

The Child Thou Gavest Me,' which started a four-day engagement at the Queen's Theatre yesterday, contains a story so human in quality that the entire production seems to be an interesting period lifted right out of life. It is a John M. Stahl production and released by Associated First…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-19 - 1925-02-21
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., short engagement of Miss Refa Miller, charming singers of dainty songs and Tom Mix in a thrilling drama of Hudson Bay, 'North of the Yukon.' Also Century Comedy, Felix Cartoon and our own Topical.

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-20 - 1925-02-20
Summary:

Today at all shows, Barbara Castleton and Lewis Stone in 'The Child Thou Gavest Me.' Tomorrow at all shows, Alice Terry, Ramon Novarro and Lewis Stone in Rafael Sabatini's famous novel, 'Scaramouche,' in 10 parts.

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

Today and tomorrow at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., William Russell in 'The Lady from Longacre' and Charlie Chaplin in 'The Cure.' Also our own Topical Film and Prizma Colour.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-03-04 - 1925-03-04
Summary:

Today only at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., William Russell in 'The Lady from Longacre' and Charlie Chaplin in 'The Cure.' Also our own Topical Film and Prizma Colour. Commencing Thursday, Harold Lloyd in 'Safety Last.'

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-03-13 - 1925-03-13
Summary:

Today till Sunday at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., monster programme at popular prices. The great Fox comedy, 'Six Cylinder Love.' Also Charlie Chaplin in 'The Vagabond' and our own Topical.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-03-27 - 1925-03-28
Summary:

Saturday at 5.30, Sunday at 6 p.m., William Desmond in 'Ridin' Pretty.' Also Topical Film and Comedy. Usual prices.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-04-03 - 1925-04-04
Summary:

3 performances only, theatrical enterprises (Maurice E. Benson and Alex Ross) present Madeline Rossiter's company. Friday, April 3rd at 9.15 p.m., 'Flares and Flashes.' Saturday, April 4th at 9.15 p.m., 'Pot Pourri,' presenting the most popular items in the company'…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-08-01 - 1925-08-01
Summary:

Today's programme, Gloria Swanson in 'Zaza.' Added attractions: 'One Cylinder Love,' a two-part Mack Sennett comedy; our own Topical; Queen's Theatre Orchestra under Prof. Gonzales Velis at the Orgapian. Change of programme three times weekly. Pictures shown at the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-08-03 - 1925-08-03
Summary:

Last performances of Gloria Swanson in 'Zaza.' Added attractions: 'One Cylinder Love,' a two-part Mack Sennett comedy; our own Topical; Queen's Theatre Orchestra under Prof. Gonzales Velis at the Orgapian. Tuesday, August 4th, Madge Bellamy in 'The Soul of the Beast…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-08-04 - 1925-08-05
Summary:

Tuesday and Wednesday, August 4th and 5th, Madge Bellamy, supported by Oscar the Elephant in 'The Soul of the Beast,' together with 'Sunday Calm,' a 2-reel ‘Our Gang' comedy and our own Topical. Change of programme every Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday. Pictures shown at…