A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-08-08 - 1921-08-11
Summary:

Tuesday 9th to Thursday 11th August, 9.15 p.m., 'The Vengeance of the Wild' [sic] starring Charles Wheelock and Loraine [sic] Otto. Pathe's Gazette and Romeo and Juliet comedy. 5.15 p.m., 'To Honor and Obey.' 2.15 and 7.15 p.m., 13 and 14 episodes of 'Moon Riders…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-09 - 1921-08-11
Summary:

Tuesday, 9th to Thursday, 11th August at 9.15 p.m., the wonderful dramatic production, 'The Vengeance of the Wilds' starring Charles Wheelock and Lorraine Otto. Also Pathe Gazette and Romeo and Juliet Comedy. 5.15 p.m., 'To Honor and Obey.' 2.15 and 7.15 p.m., 'The Moon…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-15
Summary:

A crowded house at the World Theatre greeted 'The Scarlet Pimpernel' last night when it was shown for the first time. Dustin Farnum takes the main role and supported by Winifred Kingston. Film synopsis included. Pathe's News is shown as usual and there are comedies and other films…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-22
Summary:

The star film at the World Theatre this weekend is a five-part picture entitled 'When a Woman Strikes.' It is a tale of the wild West with a cast including Ben Wilson, Neva Gerber, Rosemary Theby, Murdock MacQuarrie and other film favourite. Film synopsis included. There is the usual…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-26
Summary:

The World Theatre's star film 'The Source' is an interesting picture with a plot staged in a lumber camp. Film synopsis included. Other films shown are the Gaumont Graphic and a very funny comedy. At 5.15, the star film is 'Melting Millions,' and first three episodes of…

6
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-11-04 - 1921-11-05
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Anita Stewart in 'Her Kingdom of Dreams' and Topical Budget 525. Cinema Dance tonight at Kowloon Theatre at 5.30 and 9 p.m., Charles Ray in '45 Minutes From Broadway' and British Gazette. Also first-class dance floor and tip-top orchestra…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-11-14 - 1921-11-14
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15 and 9.15, 'The Best of Luck,' 'Make It Snappy' and British Gazette. At 7.15 p.m. only, 'The Phantom Foe' episodes 3 and 4. Kowloon Theatre tonight at 9 p.m. only, 'The Make-Believe Wife.' Also Mack Sennett comedy, screen magazine and…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-11-15 - 1921-11-15
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15 and 9.15, 'The Best of Luck,' 'Make It Snappy' and British Gazette. At 7.15 p.m. only, 'The Phantom Foe' episodes 3 and 4. Kowloon Theatre tonight at 9 p.m. only, Mabel Normand in 'Pinto.' Also ‘Snub' comedy, screen magazine and…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-11-16
Summary:

The star film at the World Theatre is a five-part drama entitled 'Betrayed.' Film synopsis included. Other films are the Pathe News and a couple of good comedies. At the matinees, two further episodes of 'King of the Circus,' featuring Eddie Polo, are being screened.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-11-23 - 1921-11-25
Summary:

Blanche Sweet in 'That Girl Montana.' Kowloon Theatre, today at 5.30 and 9.15, Jack Pickford in 'A Double-Dyed Deceiver.' Also ‘Snub' Comedy, British Gazette and dancing.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-11-30
Summary:

Desperate Trails,' is showing at the World Theatre. It is a good picture in every respect, with Harry Carey and Irene Rich in the principal roles. Film synopsis included. The Screen Magazine is shown, also a good comedy. At the matinees at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., two further episodes of '…

12
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-12-31 - 1922-01-03
Summary:

At 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Nazimova in 'The Brat.' Kowloon Theatre, Sunday at 6 and 9.15, Constance Binney in '39 East.' Also ‘Snub' Comedy and British Gazette.

13
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-01-29 - 1924-01-31
Summary:

How does a women know? May McAvoy in 'Morals.' Film plot included. January 30 Remarks: Also showing British Gazette and Out of the Inkwell Cartoon Comedy, 'Merchancial Doll' [sic]. Illustration included. January 30-31 Remarks: Also showing British Gazette.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-01-29 - 1924-01-31
Summary:

Tuesday and Wednesday only, May McAvoy in 'Morals.' January 31 Remarks: Also showing British Gazette and Out of the Inkwell Cartoon Comedy, 'Mechanical Doll.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-30 - 1924-01-31
Summary:

Now till Saturday, May McAvoy in 'Morals,' a great throbbing story produced from W. J. Locke's novel. Also British Gazette, latest news from Great Britain, and Out of the Inkwell cartoon comedy, 'Mechanical Doll.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-30 - 1924-01-30
Summary:

Tuesday and Wednesday only, May McAvoy in 'Morals.' Also British Gazette, showing the latest news of Great Britain.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-01-30 - 1924-01-30
Summary:

Today only, May McAvoy in 'Morals.' Also British Gazette, showing the latest news of Great Britain.

18
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-02-16 - 1924-02-25
Summary:

Today and tomorrow, 'The Broadway Madonna.' Also British Gazette and Felix the Cat Comedy. February 23 Remarks: Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-02-25 - 1924-02-26
Summary:

Mon. and Tue., 25th and 26th Feb., Dorothy Revier in 'The Broadway Madonna,' in 6 parts. Also, British Gazette and 'Felix on the Trial.' Booking at the Theatre. February 25 Remarks: Another ad. on page 7.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-02-25 - 1924-02-26
Summary:

Monday and Tuesday 25th and 26th February, Dorothy Revier in 'The Broadway Madonna' in 6 parts. Also, British Gazette showing latest news of Great Britain and 'Felix on the Trail.' Booking at the theatre.