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: 1921-08-01 - 1921-08-03
Summary:

Edward Warren's [sic] Productions presents 'Thunder-Bolts of Fate' in 5 parts featuring House Peters and Anna Lehr. At 2.30 p.m. and 7.15 p.m., 'The Moon Riders,' 9th & 10th episodes. At 5.15 p.m., 'Woman and the Law' in 6 parts. Telephone No. 1337.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-08-01 - 1921-08-03
Summary:

9.15 p.m., Tuesday 2nd to Thursday 4th, Edward Warren's productions presents 'Thunderbolts of Fate' in 5 parts featuring House Peters and Anna Lehr. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'The Moon Riders' 9th and 10th episodes. 5.15 p.m., 'Woman and the Law' [sic] in 7 parts.…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-02 - 1921-08-04
Summary:

9.15 p.m. Tuesday, 2nd to Thursday, 4th 9.15 p.m., Edward Warren Productions presents 'Thunderbolts of Fate' in 5 parts, featuring House Peters and Anna Lehr. At 2.30 p.m. and 7.15 p.m., the 9th and 10th episodes of 'The Moon Riders.' 5.15 p.m., 'Woman and the Law'…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-29 - 1921-12-29
Summary:

Universal-Jewel present Mlle. Anna Pavlowa [sic] in 'The Dumb Girl of Portici' in 8 reels at usual prices.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-12-29 - 1921-12-31
Summary:

5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Universal Jewel presents a big special production, 'The Dumb Girl of Portici' featuring Anna Pavlova in 8 reels. Usual prices. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., final episode of 'The Dragon's Net.' Booking at the Theatre, phone 1337. Sunday's Matinees: Douglas…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-30 - 1921-12-31
Summary:

5.00 p.m. and 9.15 p.m., Universal-Jewel presents 'The Dumb Girl of Portici' featuring Anna Pavlowa [sic], in 8 reels at usual prices. Please note: owing to the length of this picture, our patrons are requested to be in their seats at stated time sharp. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., final epis.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-30 - 1921-12-31
Summary:

Today 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Universal-Jewel presents a big special production 'The Dumb Girl of Portici' featuring Anna Pavlova, in 8 reels. Usual prices. Please note: owing to the length of this picture, our patrons are requested to be in their seats at stated time sharp. 2.30 and 7.15…

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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: 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: 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: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-02-05 - 1923-02-06
Summary:

Mon. and Tue. 5th and 6th Feb. at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Anna Case in 'The Hidden Truth.' Prices of Admission: Matinee: 60 & 40 cents; Night show: $1 & 60 cents. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-02-05 - 1923-02-06
Summary:

Monday and Tuesday 5th and 6th February at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Anna Case in 'The Hidden Truth.' Prices of admission: matinee 60 cents and 40 cents; night show $1.00 and 60 cents. Booking at the theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-02-05 - 1923-02-06
Summary:

Monday and Tuesday, 5th and 6th February at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Anna Case in 'The Hidden Truth.' Prices of admission: matinee, 60 cents and 40 cents; night show, $1.00 and 60 cents. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-10-02
Summary:

Soldiers of Fortune,' featured Anna Nilsson, Pauline Starke, Wallace Berry and Nessman [sic] Kerry, will be shown at the World Theatre. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-03-17 - 1924-03-22
Summary:

Commencing 19th Wednesday, the biggest thriller of this year. Priscilla Dean in 'Drifting.' March 17 & 22 Remarks: Also screening Funeral Procession of the Late Bishop Dr. D. Pozzoni. March 18 Remarks: Another ad. on page 4, Presented by Carl Laemmle. Written by John Colton and…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-03-17 - 1924-03-17
Summary:

Beginning Wednesday 19th, Carl Laemmle presents Priscilla Dean in 'Drifting' by John Colton, founded on the famous stage play produced by William A. Brady, with a big cast including Matt Moore, Wallace Beery, Anna May Wong and others.

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Headline: What is BAD?
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-11-13 - 1924-11-22
Summary:

November 13-14 Remarks: Teaser ads for the film 'Broadway After Dark.' The ads didn't mention the theatre's name, surmised from other ads. November 17 Remarks: Starting tomorrow at the World Theatre. November 18 Remarks: Showing today at the World Theatre. November 18-12…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-14 - 1924-11-14
Summary:

See Warner Bros' presentation of 'Broadway After Dark,' with a brilliant cast headed by Adolphe Menjou, Carmel Myers, Anna Q. Nilsson, Willard Louis and Norma Shearer.