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…

3
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…

4
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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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-02-09 - 1925-02-14
Summary:

Coming! 'Why Get Married?' February 12 and 14 remarks: The most beautiful girl in all France, Andree Lafayette in 'Why Get Married?' Starting Tuesday, the summit of motion picture achievement 'Koenigsmark.'

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-02-09 - 1925-02-10
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only, Constance Talmadge in 'The Sauce for the Goose' a drama of love, suspense and comedy. Starting Wednesday, the most beautiful girl in all France, Andree Lafayette in 'Why Get Married?' February 9-10 remarks: Coming! 'Koenigsmark.'

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-09 - 1925-09-10
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Constance Talmadge in 'The Sauce for the Goose.' Usual prices. Starting Wednesday next, Andree Lafayette in 'Why Get Married?' Don't forget the date. Coming, 'Koenigsmark.' Watch for its opening date.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-02-09 - 1925-02-10
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Constance Talmadge in 'The Sauce for the Goose' [sic]. Usual prices. Starting Wednesday next, Andree Lafayette in 'Why Get Married?' Coming, the wonderful picturization of Pierre Benolt [sic]'s famous novel, '…

10
Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-02-11 - 1925-02-14
Summary:

Today till Saturday, the most beautiful girl in all France, Andree Lafayette in 'Why Get Married?' Coming, the summit of motion picture achievement 'Koenigsmark.' February 11 remarks: Today till Friday, 'Mr. Nobody' episodes 19 and 20. Added attraction, magical…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-11 - 1925-02-13
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Andree Lafayette in 'Why Get Married?' Special music usual prices. Coming, 'Koenigsmark.' February 12 Remarks: Picture included. February 13 Remarks: Picture included.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-11 - 1925-02-12
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15, Andree Lafayette in 'Why Get Married?' Special music. No increase in prices. Coming, 'Koenigsmark.' Watch for its opening date. Today till Friday at 2.30 and 7.15, 'Mr. Nobody' episodes 19 and 20. Added attraction, Magical…

13
Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-02-11 - 1925-02-14
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Andree Lafayette in 'Why Get Married?' Also 'Koenigsmark.' February 11 Remarks: Today till Friday at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Mr. Nobody' Ep. 19 and 20. Added attraction, Magical Hypnotism (played by a number of skillful…

14
Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-13 - 1925-02-14
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only at 5.15 and 9.15, Andree Lafayette in 'Why Get Married?' With special music at usual prices. Coming 'Koenigsmark.' Watch for its opening date. Starting Sunday next, an interesting drama of intrigue and thrills, 'Shadows of Conscience.'

15
Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-02-14 - 1925-02-21
Summary:

Beginning Tuesday, 17th at 5 and 9.15 p.m., 'Koenigsmark.' Picture or illustration included. February 17-19 Remarks: Starting tomorrow at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Hongkong China Sun's first and best production, 'Love Is Dangerous.' February 20 Remarks: Coming, 'Three…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-02-16 - 1925-02-23
Summary:

The greatest picture of the season 'Koenigsmark' (in 12 reels). See Pierre Benoit's famous novel on the screen. February 17 remarks: Hongkong China Sun's first super production 'Love is Dangerous.' February 20-23 remarks: Starting Sunday, Claire Windsor in Lois…

17
Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-02-16 - 1925-02-16
Summary:

Last chance to see Russell Simpson, Gertrude Olmstead and Barbara Tenant [sic] in 'Shadows of Conscience' (in seven reels). Starting tomorrow, the wonderful picturization of Pierre Benoit's novel 'Koenigsmark' (in 12 reels).

18
Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-16 - 1925-02-19
Summary:

Starting tomorrow at 5.15 and 9.15, 'Koenigsmark,' in 12 enormous reels. Stop praising anything until you see Pierre Benoit's famous novel on the screen. Picture included.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-16 - 1925-02-16
Summary:

Last chance to see Russell Simpson, Gertrude Olmstead and Barbara Tennant in 'Shadows of Conscience' in 7 reels. Final show today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. Starting tomorrow, the wonderful picturization of Pierre Benoit's world-famous novel, 'Koenigsmark' in 12 great reels…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-02-16 - 1925-02-16
Summary:

Final show today at 5.15 and 9.15, last chance to see Russell Simpson, Barbara Tennant and Gertrude Olmstead in 'Shadows of Conscience' in seven reels. Starting tomorrow, 'Koenigsmark.'