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: 1924-04-30 - 1924-04-30
Summary:

Opening on 1st of May. May 2nd to 5th at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., showing 'The Hero.' Admission: 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., box $7.20 (6 seats), dress circle 80 cents, stalls, 50 cents, 2nd class 30 cents; 5.15 p.m., $9.00, $1.00, 70 cents and 40 cents; 9.15 p.m., $12.00, $1.50, $1.00…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-04-30
Summary:

Hongkong's new theatre, one of the finest buildings of its kind in the Far East, will be thrown open to the public tomorrow, May 1, with a special programme. The handsome structure will seat 1,400 people with ease and comfort and is splendidly illuminated throughout. Striking as is its…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-01 - 1924-05-05
Summary:

Opening today, 1st of May. May 2nd to 5th at 2.30, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., showing a super-production, 'The Hero.' Sunday matinee at 6 p.m. Boxes, dress circle and stalls can be booked at the theatre. Price details included. May 3 Remarks: Sunday matinee at 6 p.m., a Panama picture, '…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-01
Summary:

Such was the good fortune of some 50 Los Angeles youngsters who were given an opportunity to work in the Gasnier production of 'The Hero,' to be shown at the Queen's Theatre tomorrow. The leading actors in the film are Gaston Glass, the 'Hero,' Barbara La Marr, John…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-03
Summary:

Devoid of any unreal element, 'The Hero,' which is the main feature of the Queen's Theatre opening programme, presents a homely touch with a wide appeal. Barbara La Marr and Gaston Glass take the leading roles. 'The Hero' will be shown at all performances till Monday…

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

In 'The Hero' showing at the Queen's Theatre till Monday night, Barbara La Marr, Doris Pawn and Gaston Glass are supported by a well-chosen cast who harmonise well in the excellent settings. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-06
Summary:

Claimed by the distributors to be a sequel to 'Rich Men's Wives' and 'Poor Men's Wives,' that Gasnier production 'Daughters of the Rich,' which will have a run of three days at the Queen's Theatre from today. Gaston Glass, the hero in 'The Hero…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-05 - 1924-11-05
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Rubye De Remer in 'The Passionate Pilgrim.' Tomorrow at all shows, Dorothy Gish in 'The Ghost in the Garret.' At ordinary prices. Booking at the theatre. Tel. C. 4636.

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-06 - 1924-11-07
Summary:

Thursday to Saturday, November 6th, 7th and 8th at 2.30. 5.15. 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Dorothy Gish in 'The Ghost in the Garret.' Commencing Sunday, November 9th at 6.00 and 9.15 p.m., Sylvia Breamer in 'The Face Between,' a Metro classic. Ordinary prices. Tel. C. 4636.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-06
Summary:

Thrills and laughter are happily combined in Dorothy Gish's latest Paramount comedy, 'The Ghost in the Garret,' which will be shown at the Queen's Theatre today. Film synopsis included. The charming star is supported in the picture, her leading man being William E. Park. The…

12
Headline: The Queen's
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-07 - 1924-11-07
Summary:

Friday and Saturday only at all shows, Dorothy Gish in 'The Ghost in the Garret,' a Paramount picture.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-07
Summary:

Dorothy Gish's latest Paramount comedy 'The Ghost in the Garret,' which was shown for the first time in Hongkong at the Queen's Theatre last night, is a comedy of spooks and laughs mixed to suit every taste. It is well worth seeing.

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-08 - 1924-11-08
Summary:

Today only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., special engagement of Miss Bessie Tester in character, songs, originalities and American novelties. Also showing 'The Ghost in the Garret,' a Paramount comedy. Tomorrow at 6.00 and 9.15 p.m., entire change of programme, Miss Bessie Tester in new comic…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-08
Summary:

The Queen's Theatre management is to be congratulated upon securing the services of Miss Bessie Lester, the well-known American Queen of Jazz, for three days at both 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. performances. She was a great favourite with American and Australian audiences and will repeat her success…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-03-21 - 1925-03-21
Summary:

Today only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., the most sentimental acts ever presented in Hongkong, Murray in 'Australian Figure 8 Irons' and 'Challenge Rope Tie-Up,' and many other new tricks. Also showing Katherine MacDonald in 'The Beautiful Liar.' Tomorrow (Sunday) at 6.00…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-03-23 - 1925-03-24
Summary:

Today to Wednesday, March 23rd to 25th at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Metro Pictures Corporation presents Mae Murray and Creighton Hale in 'Fascination,' in 8 parts. Also 'Vod-a-Vil' no. 7. Prices of admission: at 5.15 p.m., $1.20, $1.00 and 60 cents; at 9.15 p.m., $1.50…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-03-23
Summary:

Mae Murray has again shown the possibilities of the romantic and dramatic brand of picture play. In her Metro release, 'Fascination,' presented by Robert Z. Leonard, which opened yesterday at the Queen's Theatre, the famous star has a picture even more vital and vivid than her…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-03-24
Summary:

In Mae Murray's newest Metro picture, 'Fascination,' which is presented by Robert Z. Leonard at the Queen's Theatre, most of the scenes are laid in Spain. The interior settings were designed by Charles Cadwallader, who built the Paris café scene for Miss Murray's…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-03-25 - 1925-03-25
Summary:

Last shows today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Mae Murray and Creighton Hale in 'Fascination,' a Tiffany production in 8 parts. Tomorrow, March 26th, an all-comedy programme, Buster Keaton in 'Three Ages' in 6 parts.