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: 1924-06-05
Summary:

Star Theatre is going to screen 'The Hope.' A portion of a principal street of Peshawar was duplicated in Metro Studios, Hollywood for the production of the melodrama. The set is 150 feet in length. Both sides of the buildings of East India are occupied by shops. The buildings are…

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Headline: The Queen's
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-02 - 1924-12-02
Summary:

You will remember and not want to forget Alice Lake in 'The Greater Claim,' a Metro picture, by Izola Forrester and Mann Page, scenario by A. S. Le Vino, directed by Wesley Ruggles, directed by Bayard Veiller. Also Miss Bessie Lester, the popular American comedienne. At 5.15 and 9.15 p…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-12-01
Summary:

Queen's Theatre is screening the Metro production 'The Greater Claim' featuring Alice Lake for four days. The film is based on Izola Forrester-Mann Page story which is adapted for the screen by Albert Shelby Le Vino and directed by Wesley Ruggles under the personal supervision of…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-04
Summary:

The mothering instinct is the most basic in women.' This is how Alice Lake, Metro's little star, explains the enthusiasm with which she acts in her latest picture, 'The Greater Claim,' showing for the last time today at the Queen's Theatre as the feature attraction.…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-11-21
Summary:

Yesterday, the Metro production 'The Mutiny of the Elsinore' began its five days run in the Queen's Theatre. The film is based on Jack London's story of a conflict between strong men of the sea. It stars Mitchell Lewis and he is supported by Helen Ferguson, William V. Mong,…

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

Alice Lake will be seen by local motion picture-goers in 'The Greater Claim,' the Metro special which will have a run of four days, beginning today, at the Queen's Theatre as the feature attraction. In 'The Greater Claim,' adapted from the Izola Forrester-Mann Page story…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-06-14
Summary:

Mr. H. W. Ray informs us that he has engaged the world-renowned combination, known as Leeds and Le Mar, for the popular Star Theatre in Kowloon, commencing this evening. Leeds and Le Mar were popular stars turn on the London vaudeville stage twenty years ago. Some years ago, Leeds and Le Mar…

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Headline: Kowloon Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-01-03
Summary:

Kowloon Theatre will be screening a Metro special photodrama entitled 'Blackmail' featuring Viola Dana, Wyndham Standing, Alfred Allen, Florence Turner, Edward Cecil, Lydia Knott, Jack Roi and Fred Kelsey. Based on the story by Lucia Chamberlain, the picture is directed by Dallas M.…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-06-15
Summary:

Kowloon Theatre is presenting Harry Leeds and Trixie Le Mar who are being widely cheered by the audience. Harry Leeds' jokes and gags and Le Mar's beautiful songs gathered tremendous ovation.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-04-21
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Headline: Flora Le Breton
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-08-03
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-06-15
Summary:

The clever combination Leeds and Le Mar received an enthusiastic reception at the Star last night, with 'Plumduff's Restaurant' received perfect scream.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-03-28
Summary:

A description of the film of the fight between Carpentier and Cook in the Albert Hall, which was screened in Coronet Theatre.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-07-23 - 1920-07-26
Summary:

Tonight, Albert Capellain [sic] presents Dolores Cassinelli in 'The Right to Lie,' 7 parts. Not for children.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-06-21
Summary:

Harry Leeds and Trixie Le Mar, are appearing at the Star again. They present a new act, with the title, 'Tits-Bits and a Punch or Two.' Some years ago Miss Le Mar took the leading part in a film comedy opposite Max Linder. Another part of the programme included a screening of Constance…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-06-30
Summary:

This evening 'Le Chevalier de Maison Rouge' will be presented for the last time. It was based on Dumas' book. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-03-24 - 1919-03-24
Summary:

The three most popular film actors in the public estimation are William S. Hart, Douglas Fairbanks and William Farnum. The Coronet has booked pictures starring all three. Today we are showing your old favourite Douglas Fairbanks in 'Double Trouble.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-04-26
Summary:

In 'My Old Dutch' patrons of the Hongkong Theatre have an artistic treat. The Picture visualises the pathos and quiet humour of the old time favourite. It's filmed on Albert Chevalier's famous song.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-03-27
Summary:

(Reuter's Service the China Mail) Paris, March 26 – The filming has begun of M. Clemenceau's work 'le voile du bonheur' for the film production of which Clemenceau recently signed a contract. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-05-12 - 1920-05-14
Summary:

Commencing tonight at 9.15 sharp, Tom Mix in a William Fox picture, Mr. Logan, U. S. A.