A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Star Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-14
Summary:

It is stated that the Star Theatre's popularity is daily visible by the regular attendance. And, the refreshment saloon is a great addition to the convenience of the public, so that during hot season one can still enjoy the show. Special pictures are forthcoming.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-05-12
Summary:

Complying with a universal request from Kowloon, kinema goers, Hongkong Amusement Ltd. has decided to put on Max Linder's extremely funny comedy 'The Three Must-Get-Theres' at the Star Theatre just for Sunday. It is an amusing burlesque of the Douglas Fairbanks version of '…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-05-12
Summary:

Max Linder's comedy 'The Three Must-Get-Theres,' which was shown in Coronet before, is now coming to Star Theatre. It is an amusing burlesque of Douglas Fairbanks' film version of 'The Three Musketeers.'

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-09-01 - 1923-09-03
Summary:

Tonight at 5.30 & 9.15 p.m., Louise Glaum in 'The Lone Wolf's Daughter.' Tomorrow at 6 & 9.15 p.m., Anita Stewart in 'Playthings of Destiny.' Today at 2.30, 'Buffalo Bill,' epis. 4 & 5. September 3 Remarks: Tonight only, 'Playthings of Destiny…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-09-03 - 1923-09-03
Summary:

Tonight only, Anita Stewart in 'Playthings of Destiny.' Coming, 'The Three Musketeers.'

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-09-03 - 1923-09-03
Summary:

Tonight only, Anita Stewart in 'Playthings of Destiny.' Coming, 'The Three Musketeers.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-09-15 - 1923-09-15
Summary:

Douglas Fairbanks presents 'The Three Musketeers,' adaption and research under Edward Knoblock, direction under Fred Niblo, photograph under Arthur Edeson. Illustration included.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-09-17 - 1923-09-17
Summary:

Tonight, Douglas Fairbanks in 'The Three Musketeers.' Price details included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-09-17 - 1923-09-17
Summary:

Tonight, it is Douglas Fairbanks in 'The Three Musketeers.' Prices; 5.30, $1.00 and 60 cents; 9.15, $1.50 and $1.00.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-09-17
Summary:

Dumas' novel, 'The Three Musketeers,' is so well-known and widely read to everybody. A crowded house last night showed appreciation of the adventures of D'Artagnan and his three companions, and watched with great interest the foiling of Richelieu's plot to ruin his queen…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-09-17
Summary:

The film version of Dumas' novel 'The Three Musketeers' is being screened at the Star Theatre with crowded houses.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-09-17
Summary:

In accordance with the policy of showing all the best pictures in Kowloon, the 'Three Musketeers' is presented at the Star for the second time today. This film was Fairbanks' masterpiece and adapted from Dumas' novel.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-09-17 - 1923-09-17
Summary:

Tonight, it is Douglas Fairbanks in 'The Three Musketeers.' Prices: 5.30, $1.00 and 60 cents; 9.15, $1.50 and $1.00.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-10-09
Summary:

Charles Ray's latest success 'A Tailor-Made Man' is to be shown at the Star tonight. Ray's name is well enough known to be an assurance of a first-class picture, and in his present production, he has a rather more attractive part than ever before. An excellent comedy and a…

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

Under the distinguished patronage of his excellency, the governor, British Film Week will be held from November 11th to 17th when the following British films will be screened: 'Squibs M. P.'; 'The Harbour Lights'; 'Son of Kissing Cup'; 'Hutch Stirs ‘em Up…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-12-09 - 1924-12-10
Summary:

The Gay Corinthian.' Also showing, Baby Peggy in 'Jack and the Beanstalk.' Prices details included. December 10 Remarks: Illustration for 'The Gay Corinthian.' Starting tomorrow, 'The Fast Mail.'

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-09 - 1924-12-09
Summary:

Tonight, another big double bill, the most beautiful of all old English romances, 'The Gay Corinthian.' Also showing Baby Peggy in 'Jack and the Beanstalk.' Matinees, 50 cents and 80 cents; nights, 80 cents and $1.20. Children and servicemen half-price. Coming soon, 'The…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-12-09 - 1924-12-10
Summary:

Today and tomorrow at 5.30 and 9.15, 'The Gay Corinthian.' Also showing Baby Peggy in 'Jack and the Beanstalk.' Matinees, 50 cents and 80 cents; nights, 80 cents and $1.20. Coming soon, 'The Fast Mail.' December 10 Remarks: Illustration included.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-10 - 1924-12-10
Summary:

A big double programme. Feature 1: 'The Gay Corinthian,' a beautiful story of old England love and romance. Feature 2: Baby Peggy in 'Jack and the Beanstalk.' Starting tomorrow, the thriller of all thrillers, 'The Fast Mail.' Illustration included.