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: 1924-08-23 - 1924-08-23
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.00, 7.00 and 9.15 p.m., the Star Motion Picture presents 'The Grandson' in 10 reels. Sunday matinee at 6.00 p.m., Betty Compson in 'Prisoners of Love.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-25
Summary:

Betty Compson, whose meteoric rise in the cinema world as the result of her remarkable portrayal in 'The Miracle Man,' will be seen in 'Prisoners of Love,' the attraction at the Queen's Theatre, till Thursday. Others in the cast include Ralph Lewis, Roy Stewart, Clara…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-25 - 1924-08-27
Summary:

Commencing Monday 25 to Thursday 28 August at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Betty Compson in 'Prisoners of Love.' Cinema-goers must not fail to see it. Book your seats early. Phone C. 4636. Booking at Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-28 - 1924-08-28
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Betty Compson in 'Prisoners of Love.' Cinema-goers must not fail to see it. Book your seats early. Usual prices. Phone C. 4636. Booking at Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-12-02
Summary:

The popularity of the film and 'super-production' like Douglas Fairbanks latest 'The Thief of Bagdad,' has an impact in London for building more supercinemas. In the last two years the New Tivoli and the Shepherd's Bush Pavilion, both magnificent, have been opened. In…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-12-31
Summary:

Oliver Twist,' by Charles Dickens, has a screen version directed by Frank Lloyd with Jackie Coogan, Sol Lesser, Lon Chaney, Gladys Brockwell, Lionel Belmore as the stars, is coming to Queen's Theatre tomorrow. It is a First National attraction. Film plot included.

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-12-31 - 1924-12-31
Summary:

Tomorrow at all shows, January 1st New Year's Day, special children's matinees at 2.30 and 5.15 p.m., showing Jackie Coogan in and as 'Oliver Twist,' by Charles Dickens, with Lon Chaney, Gladys Brockwell, Lionel Belmore and others, directed by Frank Lloyd. A super-production…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-01-02
Summary:

When Will H. Hays congratulated Jack Coogan, Sr., on the character of the stories in which he was promoting his son, Jackie Coogan's artistic and financial welfare, he said, 'That's the kind of picture the world needs.' This picture is 'Oliver Twist' from First…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-01-02 - 1925-01-05
Summary:

Today to Monday at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., special Sunday matinee at 5.15 p.m., First National attraction, Jackie Coogan and Lon Chaney in 'Oliver Twist' by Charles Dickens. Showing to crowded houses. Book your seats early. Prices of admission: at 5.15 p.m., 80 cents, 50 cents…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-01-03
Summary:

Jackie Coogan was the boy, starring in Frank Lloyd's adaptation of Charles Dickens' 'Oliver Twist' from First National Attraction, which is now screened in Queen's Theatre. Lon Chaney, Gladys Brockwell, George Siegmann and Lionel Belmore were also starred in the picture…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-01-05
Summary:

Jackie Coogan in his first super-production for First National, 'Oliver Twist' more than held his own at the Queen's Theatre at the weekend. Jackie's support are Lon Chaney and Gladys Brockwell. Charles Dickens wrote the story of 'Oliver Twist.'

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Headline: Scaramouche'
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-02-19
Summary:

The Adolph Zukor prize has been awarded by a distinguished body of judges to Rafael Sabatini's novel 'Scaramouche,' produced on the screen by Rex Ingram. Mr. Zukor offered the prize to the writer whose story replay made the best picture to be produced on the screen and publicity…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-03-16
Summary:

Richard Barthelmess new starring vehicle, First National production, 'The Bright Shawl,' which began an engagement at the Queen's Theatre last night. His two pictures 'Tol'able David' and 'Sonny' are mentioned. Dorothy Gish also starred in 'The Bright…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-05-26 - 1925-06-04
Summary:

Today to Friday at 5.15 and 9.15, First National Pictures presents Anita Stewart in 'Her Mad Bargain.' Next change, Saturday, May 30th, Lillian Gish in her latest production, 'The White Sister,' in 11 parts. May 26-28 Remarks: On page 2, 11 and 13, another ad. on 'The…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-06-05
Summary:

Sonny,' starring Richard Barthelmess, comes to the Queen's Theatre today. Richard Barthelmess' former pictures included 'Broken Blossoms' and 'Tol'able David.' Film plot included.

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-06-05 - 1925-06-08
Summary:

Friday and Saturday, June 5th and 6th at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Richard Barthelmess in 'Sonny,' directed by Henry King. Also Lucille Anderson in the latest dances and comedy acts. Prices: 5.15, $1.20, 80 cents and 40 cents; 9.15, $1.50, $1.00 and 60 cents. June 8 Remarks: Also Screen…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-06-06
Summary:

Sonny' stands as America's tribute to the after-the-war regeneration. Starred by Barthelmess. Film plot included. The other half of the programme contained dancing and comedy acts by Lucille Anderson.

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-07-03 - 1925-07-04
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15, by special request, Grace Darmond in 'The Song of Life.' Sunday, July 5th at 6 and 9.15, Richard Barthelmess in 'Sonny.'

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-07-06 - 1925-07-07
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15, Richard Barthelmess in 'Sonny' in 7 parts. Wednesday, July 8th, Lon Chaney in 'The Night Rose.' Prices of admission: 5.15, $1.20, 80 cents and 40 cents; 9.15, $1.50, $1.00 and 60 cents.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-10-13 - 1925-10-13
Summary:

Today only at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Johnny Hines in 'Conductor 1492.' Tomorrow till Saturday at 2.30, 5, 7.15 and 9.30, Douglas Fairbanks in 'The Thief of Bagdad.'