A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-05-16
Summary:

A speaking cinema film is said to have been invented at last. It was reported that a Swedish engineer, M. Sven [sic] Berglund, has invented a speaking film which ensures simultaneous production of sound and picture. Professor Arrhenius, the famous scientist and Nobel prize-winner, declares that…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-07-25 - 1921-07-28
Summary:

At 9.15 p.m., Tuesday 26th to Thursday 29th, July, the great Shakespearian play 'The Merchant of Venice' in 6 parts and novelty acts and dances by Miss Cora Williams & Co. At 5.15 p.m., 'The Devil's Daughter' featuring Theda Bara in 5 parts. Telephone No. 1337.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-07-25 - 1921-07-28
Summary:

Tuesday 26th to Thursday 29th at 9.15, the great Shakespearian play, 'The Merchant of Venice' in 6 parts. Novelty acts and dances by Miss Cora Williams and Co. 5.15 p.m., 'The Devil's Daughter' featuring Theda Bara in 5 parts and novelty acts. See Miss Cora Williams and…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-07-25 - 1921-07-28
Summary:

9.15 p.m., Tuesday 26th to Thursday 28th, July, the Great Shakespearian play, 'The Merchant of Venice' in 6 parts. Novelty acts and dances by Miss Cora Williams and Co. 5.15 p.m., 'The Devil's Daughter' featuring Theda Bara, in 5 parts and novelty acts. See Miss Cora…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-07-26
Summary:

Starting tonight and showing until Thursday evening an attractive programme will be screened at the World Theatre. At the 5.15 p.m. performance Theda Bara, will be seen in the 5-part picture 'The Devil's Daughter,' while the 9.15 p.m. programme will include a 6-part film 'The…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-07-27
Summary:

The Corsa Williams Co., appear at the 9.15 p.m. performance in World Theatre, includes the great Shakespearian play 'The Merchant of Venice.'

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-07-28
Summary:

Tonight offers the last screening of 'The Merchant of Venice' in World Theatre. Mr. Matheson Lang has the part of Shylock in the picture and Shakespeare's famous play is admirably presented.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-07-29 - 1921-07-30
Summary:

Friday 29th July to Monday 1st August, R. A. Walsh's 'The Woman and the Law' in 7 parts, presented by William Fox. Miss Cora Williams & Co. in an entire change of programme. At 5.15 p.m., 'The Merchant of Venice' in 6 parts. At 2.30 p.m. and 7.15 p.m., the 7th &…

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Headline: Warning
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-07-29 - 1921-07-29
Summary:

Notice is hereby given that the exclusive exhibition rights for China of the Charles Chaplin film called 'The Kid' is the property of the First National Exhibitors Circuit and that these rights have not been sold or leased to any person or firm in China. Proceedings will be taken…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-07-29 - 1921-08-01
Summary:

Friday 29th July to Monday 1st August, at 9.15 p.m., R. A. Walsh's greatest and most sensational drama, 'The Woman and the Law' in 7 parts, presented by William Fox. Miss Cora Williams and Co. in an entire change of programme. 5.15 p.m., 'The Merchant of Venice' in 6…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-07-29 - 1921-07-30
Summary:

9.15 p.m., Friday 29th July, to Monday 1st August, R. A. Walsh in 'The Woman and the Law' in 7 parts, presented by William Fox. Miss Cora Williams and Co. in an entire change of programme. 5.15 p.m., 'The Merchant of Venice' in 6 parts. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., the 7th and 8th…

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Headline: Warning
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-02 - 1921-08-17
Summary:

Notice is hereby given that the exclusive exhibition rights for China of the Charles Chaplin film called 'The Kid' is the property of the First National Exhibitors Circuit and that these rights have not been sold or leased to any person or firm in China. Proceedings will be taken…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-20 - 1921-09-22
Summary:

Tuesday 20th to Thursday 22nd at 9.15 p.m., engagement extraordinary, Miss Mosolowa and Mr. Gordon in their latest Parisian dances. Also showing William Fox presents Jewel Carmen in the big New York stage success, 'The Kingdom of Love.' Matinee programmes: 5.15 p.m., Tuesday to…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-09-20 - 1921-09-22
Summary:

Tuesday 20th to Thursday 22nd at 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents Jewel Carmen in 'The Kingdom of Love,' the big New York stage success. Also Topical Budget and Comedies. Matinee programme: 5.15 p.m. Tuesday to Thursday, 'Merchant of Venice [sic]'; 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., '…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-09-21 - 1921-09-22
Summary:

Tuesday, 20th to Thursday, 22nd September at 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents Jewel Carmen in 'The Kingdom of Love.' Matinee programmes: 5.15 p.m. from Wednesday to Thursday, 'Merchant of Venice.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Vanishing Dagger' 9 & 10 episodes. Usual…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-10-04
Summary:

According to the writer, Mr. Chaplin does not like being called 'Charlie' – that he prefers to be known as Charles. Besides, he is unquestionably the greatest comedian in the world. Recently, the film 'The Kid' should prove that Mr. Chaplin is both a leading international…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-12 - 1921-12-16
Summary:

The Coronet will show Charlie Chaplin's 'The Kid.' December 12-14 Remarks: It didn't mention the theatre's name.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-12 - 1921-12-12
Summary:

The Kid' is coming!!

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-12
Summary:

Phenomenal business has been experienced by Northern cinemas fortunate enough to secure Charlie Chaplin's wonderful comedy, 'The Kid,' according to reports received locally. In Shanghai, it crowded the Victoria Theatre for two weeks at $2 per seat, and after a further four nights…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-12
Summary:

Reports from the North tell of phenomenal business for the cinemas that have been so fortunate as to secure Charlie Chaplin's wonderful comedy, 'The Kid.' In Shanghai, it crowded the Victoria Theatre for two weeks.