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: 1907-08-22
Summary:

The exhibition of cinematograph pictures being given nightly at the Cafe Weismann rooms continues to attract large audiences. Great delight is manifested in the comic pictures, in particular, whilst the more serious ones evoke great interest. The management is continually procuring new pictures…

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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…

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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: 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 '…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-02-07 - 1922-02-09
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. performances, Ethel Clayton with Elliott Dexter and Theodore Robert [sic] in 'The Girl Who Came Back.' At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, 10 and 11 epis. Of 'Diamond Queen' featuring Eileen Sedgwick. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-02-07 - 1922-02-09
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. performances, Ethel Clayton in the new adaption for the screen of C. M. S. McLellan's 'Leah Kleschna,' 'The Girl Who Came Back.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, 10 and 11 episodes of 'Diamond Queen' featuring Eileen Sedgwick.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-02-07 - 1922-02-09
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. performance, Ethel Clayton, Paramount star in screen version of stage drama, 'The Girl Who Came Back.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, Eileen Sedgwick in 'Diamond Queen' 10 and 11 episodes. Booking at the Theatre.

10
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-02-08
Summary:

The World Theatre showed 'The Girl Who Came Back' last night, starring Ethel Clayton, the Paramount star. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-05-02 - 1923-05-05
Summary:

Wed. 2nd to Sat. 5th May at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'Her Majesty' with Mollie King & Creighton Hale. Also, Snub Pollard in '365 Days.' At 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., 'The Radio King,' epis. 5 & 6. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-05-02 - 1923-05-05
Summary:

Wednesday 2nd to Saturday 5th May at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'Her Majesty' with Creighton Hale and Mollie King. Also ‘Snub' Pollard in his latest 2-part comedy '365 Days.' Prices of admission: 9.15 p.m., $1.20 and 80 cents; 5.15 p.m., 80 cents and 60 cents. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m…

13
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-05-02 - 1923-05-05
Summary:

Wednesday 2nd to Saturday 5th, May at 5.15 p.m. and 9.15 p.m., 'Her Majesty' with Mollie King and Creighton Hale. Also Snub Pollard in his latest 2 part comedy, '365 Days.' Prices of admission: 9.15, $2.0 and 80 cents; 5.15, 80 cents and 60 cents. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., '…

14
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-05-03
Summary:

The feature at the World Theatre remaining until Saturday night contains in its five reels all that goes to make well-balanced entertainment. It is the playgoers' film 'Her Majesty,' featuring Mollie King and Creighton Hale. Film plot included. A Snub Pollard comedy, '365…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-11-29
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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-11-29 - 1924-12-03
Summary:

Showing today, 'The Girl Who Came Back.' Illustration included.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-11-29 - 1924-12-01
Summary:

Starting tomorrow at 6 and 9.15, Norma Talmadge in 'The New Moon.' December 1 Remarks: Starting Wednesday next, 'The Girl Who Came Back,' with Miriam Cooper, Kenneth Harlam, Gaston Glass, Joseph Dowling, Zasu Pitts, Fred Malatesta, Ethel Shannon and Mary Culver.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-12-01 - 1924-12-02
Summary:

Today & tomorrow only at 5.15 & 9.15, Norma Talmadge in 'The New Moon.' Film plot included. Usual prices. Starting Wednesday next, 'The Girl Who Came Back' with Miriam Cooper, Kenneth Harlan, Gaston Glass, Joseph Dowling, Zasu Pitts, Fred Malatesta, Ethel Shannon,…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-01 - 1924-12-01
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only at 5.15 and 9.15, Norma Talmadge in 'The New Moon,' with Pedro Cordoba, Marc McDermott, Charles Gerrard and Stuart Holmes. Usual prices. Starting Wednesday next, 'The Girl Who Came Back,' with a brilliant cast including Miriam Cooper, Kenneth Harlan,…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-01 - 1924-12-02
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only at 5.15 and 9.15, Norma Talmadge in 'The New Moon.' Usual prices. Starting Wednesday next, 'The Girl Who Came Back' starring Miriam Cooper, Kenneth Harlan, Zasu Pitts and a great cast. Watch for it. Today till Thursday, Eddie Polo in 'Secret Four…