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: 1922-09-20
Summary:

Star Theatre is going to screen Charles Ray's 'Greased Lightning' from tonight till Thursday. The film promises heavy action scenes with a racy motor and a vivacious miss.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-09-22
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-09-22
Summary:

Star Theatre is screening 'The Miracle of Love' this evening, which is a film version of Cosmo Hamilton's famous novel. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-09-23
Summary:

The Miracle of Love' was shown at the Star Theatre last evening. It is noted that Cosmo Hamilton is the author of the novel from which the film version is derived. The film is being screened until Monday. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-09-26
Summary:

The Daughter of the Wolf,' in which Lila Lee and Elliot Dexter take the leading parts, is now an attraction at the Star Theatre. Film synopsis included.

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Headline: Star Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-09-26
Summary:

Star Theatre is going to screen 'The Daughter of the Wolf' featuring Paramount artistes Lila Lee and Elliot [sic] Dexter. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-09-29
Summary:

It is believed that everyone has heard of A. E. W. Mason's novel and stage play entitled 'The Witness for the Defence.' It was included in the repertoire of a touring company which came to Hongkong about a year ago, and was performed at the theatre Royal. At the moment, the screen…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-09-29
Summary:

Everyone has heard of A. E. W. Mason's novel and stage play on Anglo-Indian life, entitled 'The Witness for the Defence' [sic]. It was performed at the Theatre Royal about a year ago. The screen version of the famous play has been brought into the Colony and will from tonight till…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-03
Summary:

To local theatre enterprise is due the opportunity which now comes to Kowloon of having a musical show all on its own. There arrived from Manila on Sunday the members of the International Variety Troupe. Their performance will be at the Star Theatre tomorrow and Thursday. On the other hand,…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-05
Summary:

The International Variety Company opened a short season at the Star Theatre. Miss Shymmy gave an exhibition of novelty dances. The dance and song items of Madamoiselles Blon and Demay were greatly appreciated. Four other members contributed vocal items, Mr. Lavida as a tenor and Mr. Bobino as a…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-10-05
Summary:

Last night, International Variety Company had their first performance at the Star Theatre. The company's performances were in huge demand and their performances which comprised of latest hits of American songs and Jazz orchestra did entertain the Hongkong audience in a unique style. The…

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Headline: Star Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-06
Summary:

There was another house at the Star Theatre last night, when the members of the International Variety Company were responsible for the programme again. Owing to the sailing date of their steamer having been postponed, the Company will again occupy the stage at the Star Theatre tonight.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-10-06
Summary:

Star Theatre witnessed another packed house in spite of counter attractions. Tonight the Variety Company makes its farewell appearance.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-07
Summary:

The final performance of the International Variety Company was given at the Star Theatre last night. Besides, the Powder Puffs will appear at the Star Theatre today.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-07
Summary:

Another excellent show was given by the Powder Puffs at the theatre Royal last night. The Powder Puffs will certainly be greatly missed when they finish in the Colony tomorrow night at the Star Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-10-07
Summary:

The 'Powder Puffs,' who have enjoyed a most successful season on this side of the harbour, are to appear at the Star Theatre at the matinee and at 9.15 this evening, when the best items out of their repertoire, including some performed before the Prince of Wales at Port Said, will be…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-10
Summary:

Men' will be shown at the Star Theatre. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-11
Summary:

There comes to the Star Theatre this evening a man who might be described as a one-man jazz orchestra, for he takes on the burden of six instruments and plays them in the latest jazz creations. Meanwhile, 'Men' is concurrently with the above attraction, and the programme is to be…

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Headline: A Jazz Fiend
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-10-11
Summary:

Star Theatre is going to host jazz performances for playing six instruments simultaneously for a longer period than most of his contemporary jazz professors. The performances will be given in between pictures. Concurrently, a six-part film 'Men' revolving around the issue of ‘man'…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-13
Summary:

La Chic Parisienne' [sic] will be screened at the Star Theatre. The story progresses at this stage into a very interesting situation, and it speaks much for the histrionic ability of Elsie Ferguson, who appears in the film 'His Parisian Wife.' In addition, 'Bibo,' the…