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: 1913-01-28
Summary:

The Hughes Comedy Company presented 'Spedelbounder's Dream' at the Victoria Theatre last night. Mr. Bert Le Blane made a funny speech. Mr. Dave Nowlin made a hit with his song. Miss Gertrude St. Clair was good too. There'll be the chorus girls' contest tonight. One of…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-08-17
Summary:

Bijou Theatre has secured good serial films. 'Who is Number One?' is produced by Paramount Company, from the novel of Anna Katherine Green. It is carefully constructed and took 10 months to film. The first two episodes will be shown today. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-07-22
Summary:

Envy,' the first of 'Seven Deadly Sins' series featuring Ann Murdock [sic], was shown last night at the Hongkong Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-11-03
Summary:

Her Kingdom of Dreams,' a First National attraction now showing at the Coronet Theatre. Starring Anita Stewart, who had been work in 'Mind the Paint Girl' and 'Old Kentucky,' Kathlyn Williams who had been in 'Whispering Chorus,' Mahlon Hamilton who appeared in…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-30
Summary:

The Universal Film Corporation's production 'The Dumb Girl of Portici,' starring Mlle. Pavlowa [sic], is going to be shown at the World Theatre. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-12-30
Summary:

The Universal Film Corporation's big special 'Jewel' production, 'The Dumb Girl of Portici,' a Colossal Feature in eight parts, starring the famous Russian dancer, Mlle. Pavlova, will be shown at the World Theatre. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-01-14
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is going to show a seven-part feature attraction 'The Luck of the Irish.' The film has a note of romance, humour and adventure. Anna Q. Nielson [sic] plays the leading role. The travel scenes included scenes from New York, Paris, Venice, and Cairo. The action of the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-01-14
Summary:

The Luck of the Irish,' starring Anna Q. Nielsen [sic], is now the feature attraction at the Coronet Theatre. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-01-14
Summary:

The Luck of the Irish' comes to the Coronet Theatre this evening. Anna Q. Nielson [sic] played the leading role. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-02-23
Summary:

Anna May Wong has appeared in several movies in America. Her biggest role was in 'Bits of Life.' The news article contains a picture of Anna May Wong.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-04-13
Summary:

The Prince's Hongkong visit film and 'What Women Will Do' (featuring Anna Q. Nilsson) are screening at the Coronet Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-27
Summary:

The Island of Desire,' produced by the Fox Film Corporation, is coming to the screen of the World Theatre. This story is written by J. Allen Dunn and directed by Otis Turner. In turn, George Walsh and Anna Luther play the principal role.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-06-28
Summary:

World Theatre is currently showing the five-part Fox film 'The Island of Desire,' featuring George Walsh and Anna Luther. Film synopsis included.

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

Black Beauty,' Anna Sewell's 'autobiography of a horse,' is now being shown at the Coronet Theatre. Film synopsis included.

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Headline: Black Beauty'
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-07-11
Summary:

Black Beauty' the famous horse whose autobiography was recorded by Anna Sewell has come to life – in a picture that is being shown at the Coronet today. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-07-22
Summary:

A successful repertory week will be concluded at the Coronet Theatre tomorrow with a further screening, by special request, of 'Black Beauty.' The film is based on Anna Sewell's autobiography of a horse.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-20
Summary:

A Very Good Young Man,' Bryant Washburn's new Paramount picture, will be shown at the Star Theatre this evening. Four leading women play important roles in the production, including Helene Chadwick, Helen Jerome Eddy, Julia Faye and Anna Q. Nilsson. Other members in the cast are Wade…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-10-20
Summary:

This evening, Star Theatre is going to screen 'A Very Good Young Man,' Bryant Washburn's new Paramount picture. With Helene Chadwick playing the leading role, Helen Jerome Eddy and Anna Q. Nilsson have equally important parts. The cast also includes Wade Boteler, Sylvia Ashton,…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-02-03
Summary:

The Hidden Truth,' a Select Pictures' production presenting Anna Case, will be shown on Sunday at the World Theatre. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-02-08