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: 1924-06-11
Summary:

The Star Theatre will offer the performance from Dick Norton's well-known Globe Trotters. A photoplay entitled 'My Lady's Latchkey,' starring Katherine MacDonald will also be included in the programme.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-06-11
Summary:

Tomorrow, Star Theatre will be staging Holt and Sawyer, performers from Dick Norton's 'Globe Trotters.' One of the best items the couple is bringing to Kowloon is the comedy attraction 'The Midnight Revue.' Star Theatre management has also decided to screen 'My Lady…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-06-12
Summary:

The Star Theatre should again be a Mecca for pleasure seekers today when a new attraction is offered. This is the special engagement of Holt and Sawyer, versatile performers from Dick Norton's Globe Trotters. Among their brightest items is the latest comedy creation, 'The Mid-night…

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Headline: Star Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-06-13
Summary:

Tonight, Star Theatre will be presenting a special programme of Holt and Sawyer, performers from Dick Norton's 'Globe Trotters.' They have come directly from Carlton, Shanghai. Last night, the duo gave their first performance which was supplemented by the screening of a '…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-06-13
Summary:

Kowloon audiences are now enjoying the treat the Star Theatre is offering in the special engagement direct from the Carlton, Shanghai, of Holt and Sawyer, two clever Dick Norton performers who are submitting an admirable programme of dance, melody and mirth. Supplementing their show is an…

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Headline: Compensation
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-06-14
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-11-21
Summary:

Little Old New York,' the picture being shown at the Star Theatre, should be equally persuasive as 'Enemies of Women.' The picture starred by Marion Davis. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-11-21
Summary:

Star Theatre is screening 'Little Old New York' which is claimed to be as good as 'Enemies of Women.' The film features Marion Davies.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-21
Summary:

Such is the claim made in respect of the picture now being shown at the Star Theatre. 'Enemies of Women' attracted its thousands; 'Little Old New York' should be equally persuasive in its appeal to those who are moved by gorgeous settings and thrills. Marion Davies is the…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-11-24
Summary:

Little Old New York,' is the picture showing at the Star until Friday. The picture starred by Marion Davis. Film plot included.

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

Star Theatre is screening. Star Theatre is screening 'Little Old New York.' The picture is showing at the theatre until Friday. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-11-25
Summary:

Star Theatre offering 'Little Old New York' for patrons this week. The picture was starred by Marion Davis. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-11-26
Summary:

Star Theatre will be screening 'Little Old New York.' The picture will be shown at the Star Theatre until Thursday next. Film synopsis included.

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

Not the least of the many incidents in the story which the Star Theatre offers its patrons this week, is the one of the whipping post, where the heroine, disguised as a boy, undergoes the penalty of having stopped a prize fight at its most exciting stage, by ringing a fire bell – this in the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-01
Summary:

Cinema patrons have nothing to grumble at the fare recently, and now, provided for them, particularly at the Coronet and Star Theatres. At the former, we have Douglas Fairbanks probably the most popular of all male screen artists. At the Star, we have Rudolph Valentino who is rapidly coming to…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-10-17
Summary:

Douglas Fairbank's wonder film: 'The Thief of Bagdad' is sure to draw crowded houses at the Queen's Theatre. Mr. Tod Sanborn a xylophonist will perform at the Star Theatre. Pauline Frederick, in 'Smouldering Fires' and a film of American stage turns, completed a…