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: 1924-07-16
Summary:

White Tiger,' a Universal picture, commences a brief run at the Queen's Theatre, starring Priscilla Dean. She was supported by Wallace Beery, of 'The Four Horsemen,' 'Robin Hood' and 'The Flame of Life'; Raymond Griffith and Matt Moore.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-07-17
Summary:

White Tiger,' is the current attraction of Queen's Theatre. The film starred Priscilla Dean, Wallace Beery, Raymond Griffith and Matt Moore. Beery was remembered for his acting in 'Robin Hood' and 'The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse.' Film plot included.

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Headline: White Tiger'
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-07-17
Summary:

Queen's Theatre is currently screening 'White Tiger' featuring Priscilla Dean. The cast also includes Raymond Griffith, Matt Moore and Wallace Beery. Beery is famous for his performance in 'Robin Hood' and 'The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse.' Film synopsis…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-07-17
Summary:

Priscilla Dean, famous in the cinema world for her acting in 'The Flame of Life,' plays the role of a beautiful queen of the underworld in a Universal picture styled 'White Tiger,' which opened at the Queen's Theatre last night and will be shown till Saturday night.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-07-18
Summary:

Just what an 'automatic chess player' is will be explained to those who, as yet, have not availed themselves of the opportunity to see the Universal screen classic, 'The White Tiger,' which will be presented at the Queen Theatre. Priscilla Dean is the star and local cinema…

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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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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-03-16
Summary:

Last night, Queen's Theatre screened Richard Barthelmess' 'The Bright Shawl.' The film is compared with productions like 'Sonny' and 'Tol'able David.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-03-16
Summary:

Viewing such a motion picture as Richard Barthelmess' new starring vehicle, 'The Bright Shawl,' which began an engagement at the Queen's Theatre last night, one instinctively recalls his previous productions for purposes of comparison. 'Tol'able David' was a…

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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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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-05-30 - 1925-06-04
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.00 sharp, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., tomorrow (Sunday) at 6 and 9.15 p.m. only, Metro Pictures Corporation presents Lillian Gish in Henry King's production of 'The White Sister.' With special musical score. Prices of admission: at 5, 6 and 9.15 p.m., $2, $1.20 and 80…

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Headline: The Queen's
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-03 - 1925-06-04
Summary:

Richard Barthelmess and Henry King make 'Sonny' as fine an achievement as 'Tol'able David' showing Friday, June 5th.

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-03 - 1925-06-14
Summary:

If you have seen 'Tol'able David,' you will want to see 'Sonny,' Friday, June 5th.

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-03 - 1925-06-03
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only at 2.30, 5.00, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Lillian Gish, the big little star of 'Way Down East' in her greatest and latest triumph, 'The White Sister' in 11 reels. With special musical score. Friday, June 5th, Richard Barthelmess in 'Sonny,' great as…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-04 - 1925-06-04
Summary:

Today only at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Lillian Gish in her greatest and latest triumph, 'The White Sister' in 11 parts. Tomorrow at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Lucille Anderson in latest dances and comedy. Also Richard Barthelmess in 'Sonny,' a First National picture in 7…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
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 latest dances and comedy acts. Prices of admission: at 5.15 p.m., $1.20, 80 cents and 40 cents; at 9.15 p.m., $1.50, $1.00 and 60 cents.

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Headline: The Queen's
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-05 - 1925-06-05
Summary:

Another great picture to equal 'Tol'able David,' Richard Barthelmess in George V. Hobert's big play, 'Sonny.' Also Lucille Anderson in latest dances and comedy acts. Today and tomorrow only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m.

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-05 - 1925-06-05
Summary:

Today and tomorrow, June 5th and 6th at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Richard Barthelmess, the star of 'Tol'able David' in 'Sonny,' directed by Henry King of 'Tol'able David' and 'The White Sister' fame. Also Lucille Anderson in latest dances and comedy.…

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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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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-06-05
Summary:

Today, Queen's Theatre will be screening the Associated First National Pictures, Inc. attraction 'Sonny' featuring Richard Barthelmess. The picture shows elements of 'Broken Blossoms' and 'Tol'able David.' Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-05
Summary:

Motion picture fans, who have come to expect the unusual in character delineation from Richard Barthelmess, are said to be in for more splendid entertainment when 'Sonny,' the latest production to be made for Associated First National Pictures, Inc., comes to the Queen's Theatre…