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: 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: 1921-11-02
Summary:

La La Lucille,' the star film now showing at the World Theatre, is one long laugh from start to finish. With such names as Eddie Lyons and Lee Moran in the cast, the acting is bound to be good. Film synopsis included. The programme also includes some minor films, with the usual Pathe's…

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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: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-22
Summary:

Another Wm. Fox picture is now screening at the World Theatre, in which Gladys Brockwell takes the leading role. It is stated that some of the recent events shown in Pathe News are interesting, as well as 'Sticky Fingers,' a comedy in two parts.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-08-29
Summary:

World Theatre is going to screen a William Fox drama entitled 'Brave and Bold,' tonight. The Pathe world news also contains some very interesting records of recent events.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-10-06
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-10-10
Summary:

A great treat is in store for lovers of Dickens at the World Theatre from tomorrow till next Saturday when William Fox presents 'A Tale of Two Cities.' William Farnum assumes the double role. It is a photoplay of great impressiveness and a full cast of artists who stand high in their…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-10-13
Summary:

For the last time Dickens masterpiece, 'A Tale of Two Cities,' will be shown at the World Theatre on Sunday next at 1.30 p.m. And at 6 p.m. the famous Hoot Gibson, in 'Dead Game' will be screened. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-10-13
Summary:

Chas. Dickens' masterpiece 'A Tale of Two Cities,' featuring the popular William Farnum (in dual roles) will be shown for the last time, on Sunday, when the admission fee will be specially reduced in the case of children. At 6 p.m., a Western romance 'Dead Game,'…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-03-03
Summary:

Our Mutual Friend' is one of the biggest attraction at the World Theatre. This is a Dicken's story better than 'A Tale of Two Cities.' Film synopsis included.

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

World Theatre will be screening 'Our Mutual Friend.' Having a more absorbing plot, this Dickens' story promises to be better than 'A Tale of Two Cities.' The picture was produced in England and the cast is filled with English actors.