A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-10-17
Summary:

Scarlet Pimpernel,' from Baroness Orczy's novel, was shown on the screen at the World Theatre. Dustin Farnum and Winifred Kingston take the main roles in the film. Film synopsis included. Pathe News and two good comedies are also in the programme.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-05-19
Summary:

Queen's Theatre will be presenting the magicians, Chefalo and Palermo, along with the attraction 'The Forbidden Law' for the last time at the 5:15 and 9:15 shows. 'Determination,' a ten-reel picture, follows on Tuesday. The scenes in the picture include the fashion…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-19
Summary:

At the Queen's Theatre at 5.15 and 9.15 tonight, the famous magicians, Chefalo and Palermo, will repeat their programme which attracted such large audiences on Friday and Saturday. Commencing today, 'Determination,' a stupendous ten-reel film play will be exhibited at the Queen…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-05-20 - 1924-05-21
Summary:

Commencing Tuesday 20th until Thur. 22nd May at 7.15 & 9.15 p.m., Chefalo & Palermo Company, the world's magicians. Pictures shows at 5.15 & 9.15 p.m., Al Lincoln in 'Determination.' At 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., 'Bride 13,' epis. 3 & 4. Price details included…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-20 - 1924-05-22
Summary:

Commencing today (Tuesday) 20th until Thursday, 22nd May at 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Chefalo and Palermo. Picture shows at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Al Lincoln in 'Determination.' At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Bride 13' episodes 3 and 4. Booking at theatre. Price details included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-05-20
Summary:

Queen's Theatre will continue to present the magicians Chefalo and Palermo for three more days commencing today. They will perform the 7:15 and 9:15 shows. From tomorrow, they will be supported for the rest of their stay by 'Bride 13' at 7:15 show and 'Determination' at…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-20
Summary:

A scenic gem is, without exaggeration, the most fitting description of 'Determination,' the ten-reel feature which starts at the Queen's Theatre today for a few days' run. Film synopsis included. One of the most ambitious scenes is that of a Paris night club where the elite…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-20
Summary:

The Queen's Theatre has been able to secure an extension of the Chefalo and Palermo company for three days as from today. This company will always be assured of a welcome in the Far East where they are old favourites. They will be supported by different pictures – a serial at the earlier…

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Headline: Cinema Notes
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-05-21
Summary:

Coronet Theatre will be screening 'Peacock Alley' featuring Mae Murray, for the last time tonight. Star Theatre will be screening a Paramount production by Lois Weber, entitled 'Too Wise Wives,' featuring Claire Windsor and Mona Lisa, for the last time tonight. The film…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-05-22
Summary:

Tomorrow night, magicians Chefalo and Palermo will finish their season at the Queen's Theatre. They will give their performances at the 7:15 and 9:15 performances when they will be supported by two pictures, 'Bride 13' and 'Determination' respectively.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-22
Summary:

Genuine merit has been the cause of success which has attended the performances by the Chefalo and Palermo troupe of magicians at the Queen's Theatre where they will be on view today and tomorrow. At the 5.15 and 9.15 shows at the Queen's 'Determination,' a film dealing with…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-08-10 - 1925-08-10
Summary:

Today only, June Marlowe and Beverly Bayne in 'The Tenth Woman,' together with 'Kick Out' and Pathe News.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-08-10 - 1925-08-10
Summary:

June Marlowe and Beverly Bayne in 'The Tenth Woman.' Together with 'Kick Out,' a Mermaid comedy and Pathe News.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-08-27 - 1925-08-29
Summary:

Daily at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Sunday at 6, 7.30 and 9.15, today till Saturday, Marshall Neilan's 'Fools First,' starring Claire Windsor, Claude Gillingwater, Raymond Griffith, Richard Dix and Helen Lynch. Added attractions, Pathe News and snappy comedy. Also 'Pa and Ma…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-08-27 - 1925-08-29
Summary:

Today till Saturday, Marshall Neilan's 'Fools First,' featuring Claire Windsor, Claude Gillingwater, Raymond Griffith, Richard Dix and Helen Lynch. Added attractions: Pathe News, Snappy Comedy and 'Pa and Ma' [sic], two reels of fun. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-11-01 - 1925-11-01
Summary:

The screen greatest star in his greatest comedy, Charlie Chaplin in 'The Gold Rush.' New breaking all records at the Tivoli, London. Prices: 2.30, $1.00, 80 and 40 cents; 5.15, p.m., $1.50, $1.00 and 60 cents; 7.15 p.m., $1.00, 80 and 40 cents; 9.15 p.m., $2.00, $1.20 and 80 cents.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-11-01 - 1925-11-01
Summary:

Today till Saturday, Charlie Chaplin in 'The Gold Rush,' a dramatic comedy written and directed by Charlie Chaplin. At increased prices. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-11-02 - 1925-11-07
Summary:

Today till Saturday, Charlie Chaplin in 'The Gold Rush.' Increased prices. Illustration included. November 7 Remarks: Starting tomorrow, Maurice Tourneur presents Barbara La Marr in 'The White Moth.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-11-03 - 1925-11-05
Summary:

All this week, the one outstanding figure on stage or screen today in his crowning achievement! Charlie Chaplin in 'The Gold Rush.' Times and prices: 2.30 p.m., $1.00, 80 and 40 cents; 5.15, p.m., $1.50, $1.00 and 60 cents; 7.15 p.m., $1.00, 80 and 40 cents; 9.15 p.m., $2.00, $1.20 and…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-11-03
Summary:

Queen's Theatre is screening the great Chaplin film 'The Gold Rush.' The film has got widespread publicity from London press. Mr. H. W. Ray secured the picture for Hongkong.