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: 1924-08-30
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-09-22
Summary:

The man who adapted and supervised 'The Hunchback of Notre Dame' the biggest picture in the history of the screen, now following his signal success with the Hugo work, P. P. Sheehan, the famous novelist, was restrained at Universal City as a director. His first picture, 'The Night…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-11-01 - 1924-11-08
Summary:

Commencing Wednesday, 5th November, Mary Pickford in 'Mary Ain't Guilty.' November 3 Remarks: Another ad. on page 9. Also 'Leather Pushers' (Round 24). Today and tomorrow only, an all-star cast in 'Behind the Curtain.' November 3 & 4 Remarks: Today till…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-11-10 - 1924-11-11
Summary:

Today and tomorrow at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Constance Talmadge in 'The Lesson.' Usual prices. Today till Thursday at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Eddie Polo in 'Secret Four' (episodes 1, 2 and 3). Commencing Wednesday next, Emory Johnson's epic of the screen, 'The Mailman,…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-11-12 - 1924-11-15
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15, Emory Johnson's 'The Mailman.' Special picture, special music at ordinary prices. Today and tomorrow only at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Eddie Polo in 'Secret Four' [sic] (Episodes 1, 2 and 3). Also Hongkong fire brigade annual drill.…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-11-17 - 1924-11-17
Summary:

Final show today at 5.15 and 9.15, Hoot Gibson in 'Kindled Courage.' Commencing tomorrow, Warner Bros. presents 'Broadway After Dark' with Adolphe Menjou, Anna Q. Nilsson, Norma Shearer, Carmel Myers and others. Today till Saturday at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Emory Johnson's…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-11-18 - 1924-11-22
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15, Warner Bros. presents 'Broadway After Dark,' featuring Adolphe Menjou, Anna Q. Nilsson, Norma Shearer, Carmel Myers, Willard Louis and Edward [sic] Burns. Today till Thursday at 2.30 and 7.15, 'The Mailman,' Emory Johnson's giant…

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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: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-12-01 - 1924-12-02
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only at 5.15 and 9.15, Norma Talmadge in 'The New Moon.' Usual prices. Starting Wednesday next, 'The Girl Who Came Back' starring Miriam Cooper, Kenneth Harlan, Zasu Pitts and a great cast. Today till Thursday, Eddie Polo in 'Secret Four' ep. 9…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-12-03 - 1924-12-06
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15, 'The Girl Who Came Back' with Miriam Cooper, Kenneth Harlan, Gaston Glass, Joseph Dowling, Zasu Pitts, Fred Malatesta, Ethel Shannon and Mary Culver. With special music. Usual prices. Today and tomorrow only at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Eddie Polo in…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-12-08 - 1924-12-09
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Mae Marsh in 'The Beloved Traitor.' Usual prices. Starting Wednesday next, Warner Bros. by arrangement with David Belasco in 'The Gold Diggers,' with Hope Hampton, Louise Fazenda, Wyndham Standing and a brilliant cast. Today till…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-12-10 - 1924-12-13
Summary:

Starting today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Warner Bros. by arrangement with the dean of drama, David Belasco presents 'The Gold Diggers,' with Hope Hampton, Louise Fazenda, Wyndham Standing and a brilliant cast. Special music. Increased prices. Today and tomorrow at 2.30 and 7.15, Eddie…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-05-30
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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-05-30 - 1925-06-02
Summary:

Starting Sunday 31st, B. P. Schulberg presents 'The Triflers' with Mae Busch, Frank Mayo, Elliott Dexter, Walter Hiers, Eva Novak and Lee Morgan. Usual prices. Coming, William Fox presents Zane Grey's world-famous story, 'The Last Trail' with Eva Novak, Wallace Beery,…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-05-30 - 1925-06-03
Summary:

Starting Wednesday next, Goldwyn presents 'Red Lights,' the Clarence Badger production, by Carey Wilson from Edward E. Rose's stage play, with Marie Prevost, Ray [sic] Griffith, Alice Lake, Johnny [sic] Walker. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-06-01
Summary:

One of the greatest mystery plays was 'The Rear Car,' by Edward Rose. The Play ran for a long period at the Majestic Theatre in Los Angeles with Richard Bennett in the role of 'crime deflector.' Many were of the opinion that it was the best mystery play since 'The Bat.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-06-02
Summary:

Red Lights' will be shown at the World Theatre tomorrow. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-06-03
Summary:

Red Lights,' is the attraction at the World Theatre for four days. Film plot included.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-06-03 - 1925-06-06
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15, Goldwyn presents 'Red Lights' with Marie Prevost, Johnny [sic] Walker, Alice Lake, etc. Today till Friday at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., the latest Chinese super-production, 'Repentance' produced by Key Co. Hongkong. June 5-6 Remarks: Starting…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-06-04
Summary:

There are mystery, thrills and suspense in abundance in 'Red Lights,' which opened a four days engagement at the World Theatre yesterday. Film plot included.