A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Rosita': Classical Film at the Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-13
Summary:

Between Christmas and the Chinese New Year, it is appropriate that the Coronet should screen two pictures featuring the Carnival spirit – the 'Merry-Go-Round' and 'Rosita.' It was quite apparent from its reception on Sunday that it would attract more than the average cinema…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-22 - 1925-01-22
Summary:

Last time today at 5.30 and 9.15, Jack Hoxie in 'Fighting Fury.' Starting tomorrow, 'Merry-Go-Round.'

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-23 - 1925-01-24
Summary:

Friday and Saturday at 5.30 and 9.15, the super picture of the year, 'Merry-Go-Round,' a most unusual picture at usual prices. Illustration included.

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Headline: The Star: A Fine Programme
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-02
Summary:

There were crowded houses again at the Star yesterday, to witness Booth Tarkington's dynamic society drama, 'The Turmoil.' Those who saw Tarkington's previous production, 'The Flirt,' a big and interesting picture were not disappointed. Film plot included. George…

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Headline: The Family Secret': Baby Peggy's New Role
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-05
Summary:

Hongkong folk who have read Francis [sic] Hodgson Burnett's story, 'Editha's Burglar,' will be delighted to know that the film version, entitled 'The Family Secret,' is to be screened at the Star Theatre. The story is given an entirely new charm by Baby Peggy. Those…

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Headline: South China Morning Post Advertisement 1925-02-07
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-07 - 1925-02-07
Summary:

K – The Unknown.'

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Headline: South China Morning Post Advertisement 1925-02-10
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-10 - 1925-02-11
Summary:

Who is 'K – The Unknown'?

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Headline: South China Morning Post Advertisement 1925-02-12
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-12 - 1925-02-12
Summary:

Stop! Look! Listen! 'K – The Unknown' is about!

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Headline: South China Morning Post Advertisement 1925-02-16
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-16 - 1925-02-16
Summary:

Have you found out yet who 'K – The Unknown' is?

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-17 - 1925-02-18
Summary:

Who? What? Where? When? 'K – The Unknown.'

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-20 - 1925-02-20
Summary:

See tomorrow's post for the unravelling of the mystery of 'K – The Unknown.'

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Headline: Showing Sunday at the Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-21 - 1925-02-21
Summary:

Carl Laemmle presents from the novel by Mary Roberts Rinehart, 'K – The Unknown,' starring Virginia Valli, with Percy Marmont. Illustration included.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-23 - 1925-02-25
Summary:

Today till Wednesday at 5.30 and 9.15, the best film that the Star has shown since 'Enemies of Women.' That's what folks are saying about 'K – The Unknown.' Also new songs by Miss Refa Miller.

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Headline: Strinking Testimony!
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-24 - 1925-02-24
Summary:

A letter and a telephone message hear witness to the excellent entertainment value of 'K – The Unknown' at the Star! The letter: Dear Mr. Ray, I feel that I must write to you to let you know how thoroughly we enjoyed 'K – The Unknown' at the Star Theatre yesterday evening! I…