A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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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: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-10-04
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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-10-04 - 1924-10-11
Summary:

Commencing Wednesday, 8th October, Lon Chaney and Virginia Valli in 'The Shock,' a Univeral Jewel picture, directed by Lambert Hillyer. October 4 Remarks: Illustration included.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-10-06 - 1924-10-07
Summary:

All shows today and tomorrow at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Max Linder in 'The Little Café.' Commencing Wednesday next, Lon Chaney & Virginia Valli in 'The Shock' (Universal-Jewel). October 7 Remarks: Another ad on page 5, illustration included.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-10-06 - 1924-10-07
Summary:

Max Linder in 'The Little Café.' All shows today and tomorrow at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m. Usual prices. Commencing Wednesday next, Lon Chaney and Virginia Valli in 'The Shock' (Universal-Jewel).

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-10-06 - 1924-10-10
Summary:

All shows today and tomorrow at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Max Linder in 'The Little Café.' Usual prices. Commencing Wednesday next, Lon Chaney and Virginia Valli in 'The Shock,' a Universal-Jewel picture. October 10 Remarks: Today till Monday at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m.,…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-10-07 - 1924-10-07
Summary:

Lon Chaney and Virginia Valli in 'The Shock.' Starting tomorrow. Increased prices. Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Max Linder in 'The Little Café.' Picture included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-10-07
Summary:

Lon Chaney, in a Universal Jewel super-production that comes to a climax when a reproduction of the earthquake of 1906 shakes San Franciso into kindling for the great fire, will be the offering at the World Theatre, entitled as 'The Shock.' The film also starred by Virginia Valli, the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-10-07
Summary:

Lon Chaney in a Universal-Jewel super-production that comes to a climax when a reproduction of the earthquake of 1906 shakes San Francisco into kindling for the great fire, will be the offering at the World Theatre beginning tomorrow. It is entitled 'The Shock.' The sweetness is…

14
Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-10-08 - 1924-10-10
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Lon Chaney and Virginia Valli in 'The Shock.' Directed by Lambert Hillyer with a superb cast. Increased prices. Today and tomorrow at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Max Linder in 'The Little Café.' October 8 & 10 Remarks: Small ads on…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-10-08 - 1924-10-10
Summary:

Showing today, Lon Chaney and Virginia Valli in 'The Shock.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-10-08 - 1924-10-08
Summary:

Young blood, young love, young idea, 'Sporting Youth' is your picture. Also Lon Chaney and Virginia Valli in 'The Shock.'

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-10-08 - 1924-10-08
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Virginia Valli and Lon Chaney in 'The Shock,' directed by Lambert Hillyer with a superb cast of favourite players. Increased prices. Today and tomorrow at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Max Linder in 'The Little Café.'

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-10-08 - 1924-10-08
Summary:

Get ready for your biggest thrill. Carl Laemmle presents Lon Chaney and Virginia Valli in 'The Shock,' a Universal-Jewel production. Showing today. Increased prices. Picture included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-10-08
Summary:

World Theatre will be showing 'The Shock' featuring Lon Chaney and Virginia Valli, today. The cast also includes Christine Mayo, Walter Long, Jack Mower, Henry Barrows and James Wong. The film is directed by Lambert Hillyer.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-10-09 - 1924-10-09
Summary:

Get ready for your biggest thrill. 'The Shock,' a Universal-Jewel directed by Lammert Hillyer. Showing today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. Increased prices.