A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Bavu
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-06-21 - 1924-06-28
Summary:

June 21 & 23 Remarks: Teaser ads for the film 'Brass.' The ads didn't mention the theatre's name, surmised from other ads. June 24 Remarks: Coming to the World tomorrow. June 26 Remarks: The superb cast includes Wallace Beery, Estelle Taylor, Forrest Stanley, Sylvia…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-06-21 - 1924-06-21
Summary:

Bavu,' a great cast of favourites headed by Estelle Taylor, Forrest Stanley, Sylvia Breamer, Wallace Beery of 'Robin Hood,' Josef Swickard of 'The Four Horsemen' and Martha Mattox.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-06-24
Summary:

Bavu,' the Universal-Jewel special production which will be shown at the World Theatre tomorrow. The all-star cast includes Wallace Beery, Estelle Taylor, Josef Swickard, Forrest Stanley, Sylvia Breamer, Martha Mattox, Nickolai de Ruiz, Harry Carter, Jack Rollens. Stuart Paton directed them…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-06-25
Summary:

In the thrilling mystery picture, 'Bavu,' the Universal-Jewel offering at the World Theatre today, there are two wonderful characters in the roles played by Wallace Beery and Estelle Taylor. 'Bavu' was filmed by Universal from Earl Carroll's New York stage success of the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-06-27 - 1924-06-27
Summary:

Bavu,' Universal-Jewel's most exciting mystery thriller ever made, with a great cast of favourites headed by Estelle Taylor, Forrest Stanley, Sylvia Breamer, Wallace Beery of 'Robin Hood,' Josef Swickard of 'The Four Horsemen' and Martha Mattox.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-11-22
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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-11-22 - 1924-11-24
Summary:

Today only at 5.15 and 9.15, Wm. Desmond in 'Big Timber.' Starting tomorrow, Diana Karenne in 'The Martyr Queen.' Also 'Between Love and Wealth' at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. November 22 Remarks: On page 14, another ad. on 'Big Timber' only.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-11-22 - 1924-11-29
Summary:

Today only at 5.15 and 9.15, Diana Karenne in 'The Martyr Queen.'

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-11-24 - 1924-11-29
Summary:

Commencing tomorrow, Diana Karenne in 'The Martyr Queen.' Over 10000 feet of exciting scenes with special music at usual prices. Film plot included. November 25-27 Remarks: On page 12, Today till Saturday at 5.15 & 9.15 p.m., 'The Martyr Queen.' By special request, the…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-11-24 - 1924-11-24
Summary:

Today only at 5.15 & 9.15 p.m., Wm. Desmond in 'Big Timber.' Starting tomorrow, Diana Karenne in 'The Martyr Queen.' The best and latest Chinese production, 'Between Love & Wealth' will be show at 2.30 & 7.15 p.m.,

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-24 - 1924-11-24
Summary:

Today only at 5.15 and 9.15, Wm. Desmond in 'Big Timber.' Starting tomorrow, Diana Karenne in 'The Martyr Queen.' The best and latest Chinese production, 'Between Love and Wealth' will be shown at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-24 - 1924-11-27
Summary:

Commencing tomorrow, Diana Karenne in 'The Martyr Queen.' Another great sacrifice picture, with special music at ordinary prices. Picture included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-11-24
Summary:

World Theatre is screening 'The Martyr Queen' starring Diana Karenne, the beauty of the court of Versailles, along with fine costumes are exhibited in the picture. Film synopsis included.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-25 - 1924-11-26
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15, the most well-known and beautiful European star, Diana Karenne in 'The Martyr Queen,' in 10 magnificent reels. Another great sacrifice picture with special music at usual prices. By special request, the best and latest Chinese production, '…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-25
Summary:

Without doubt Diana Karenne, the European screen artist, in one of the finest actresses that the cinema art has produced, and in her hands the part of Marie Antoinette pulsates with a vividness seldom visualized in the film world. The actress has the assistance of a notable producer, for the…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-11-25 - 1924-11-29
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15, Diana Karenne in 'The Martyr Queen.' By special request, 'Between Love and Wealth.' From Tuesday to Thursday at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. November 28 Remarks: Today till Sunday at 2.30 and 7.15, Eddie Polo in 'Secret Four' (ep. 7 and 8…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-26 - 1924-11-26
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Diana Karenne in 'The Martyr Queen.' With special music at usual prices. Picture included.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-27 - 1924-11-27
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Diana Karenne in 'The Martyr Queen.' Our great sacrifice at usual prices. Today only at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., the latest and best Chinese production, 'Between Love and Wealth.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-11-27
Summary:

World Theatre screened 'The Martyr Queen' starring Diana Karenne who has impersonated Marie Antoinette with great exactions. The film will be shown for the last time tomorrow.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-28 - 1924-11-29
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only at 5.15 and 9.15, Diana Karenne in 'The Martyr Queen.' Our great sacrifice at usual prices. Starting Sunday, Norma Talmadge in 'The New Moon.' Today till Sunday at 2.30 and 7.15, Eddie Polo in 'Secret Four' (episodes 7 and 8).