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: 1923-01-06
Summary:

Capitalizing on the success of 'The Storm' in the last season when it was produced by George Broadhurst, it became the overnight sensation of the theatrical world. Carl Laemmle bought its picture rights. He, along with Reginald Barker produced the picture in the most glamorous way…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-04-12
Summary:

Star Theatre is going to screen the film version of 'Cousin Kate' starring Alice Joyce. The feature is a comedy drama in four acts which enjoyed two long and highly successful seasons when first produced by Charles Frohman in New York and later when it was revived several years later…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-05-23
Summary:

Star Theatre presented a Courtneidge-Holloway theatrical production entitled 'Abraham Lincoln.' The play featured Mr. W. E. Holloway and Miss Cherry Hardy. The company's season closes tonight with 'The Bat,' a three-act mystery play.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-07-06
Summary:

The Barbiere de Sevielle' which was to have been produced tonight at the Star Theatre is unavoidably postponed until a later date. In its stead, 'Cavalleria Rusticana' and 'I Pagliacci' will be played at the Star Theatre by the Italian Grand Company.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-08-09
Summary:

Commencing today, Star Theatre is screening 'Bob Hampton of Placer' featuring James Kirkwood and Wesley 'Freckles' Barry. The picture portrays the American frontier life in the old days. General Custer's famous stand against the Indians is one of the most spectacular…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-11-12
Summary:

The popular Forbes Russell Company open at the Star tonight in 'Paddy the Next Best Thing.' Produced by Forbes Company, the comedy is about the best ones seen in the colony for years. The 5:30 matinee has 'Human Hearts' as the attraction.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-02-08
Summary:

The Globe Trotters' open their short season tonight at the Star Theatre with a concert, burlesque and comedy items. The show has been arranged by Mr. Dick Norton, the chief comedian and producer. The company had toured successfully in South Africa, Australia and India where they played a…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-03-17
Summary:

Star Theatre is going to host continental magicians and illusionists Chefalo and Palermo who have just returned from Europe. One of their most famous programs is Rajah Alli and his weird crystal gazing performances. Chefalo and Palermo are assisted by a half score of clever assistants. The…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-07-30
Summary:

This evening, Star Theatre will be showing a First National picture 'Kindred of the Dust' featuring Miriam Cooper who is famous for her performances in 'The Birth of a Nation' and 'Intolerance.' Raoul A. Walsh produced the film from the well-known novel of the same…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-08-21
Summary:

For one night only, Star Theatre will be screening the British film 'Milestones,' based on the play of the same name by Arnold Bennett and Edward Knoblock. 'Milestones' was first produced by Frank Vernon under the direction of Messrs. Vedrenne and Eadie at the Royal Theatre,…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-09-05
Summary:

Star Theatre will be screening a Paramount attraction 'To Have and to Hold,' this evening. The film is produced by George Fitzmaurice and stars Bert Lytell and Betty Compson. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-01-08
Summary:

Star Theatre will be screening an Allied Producers and Distributors' Corporation release, 'The Hill Billy,' featuring Jack Pickford and Lucille Rickson, who is famous as Hollywood's youngest leading woman. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-01-08
Summary:

Today, Star Theatre will be screening an Allied Producers and Distributors' Corporation's 'The Hill Billy' featuring Jack Pickford and Lucille Rickson. The picture story was written by Jack, his famous sister, Mary Pickford and Marion Jackson. George Hill directed the picture…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-11-11
Summary:

Faust' was produced by the Italian Opera Company at the Star Theatre last night. Tonight 'Madame Butterfly' will be the attraction.