A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-04-26 - 1920-04-26
Summary:

On Broadway, a line three blocks long waited at the strand theatre to see D. W. Griffith's 'The Great Love,' Artcraft Pictures. David Wark Griffith, producer of 'The Birth of a Nation,' 'Intolerance,' 'Hearts of the World' and 'Broken Blossoms…

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Headline: At the Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-01-27 - 1923-01-27
Summary:

You must not confuse D. W. Griffith's recent productions with his earlier work! The following are recognised the world over as his masterpieces! 'The Birth of a Nation,' 'Intolerance,' 'Hearts of the World,' 'The Great Love,' 'The Idol Dancer,…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-11-09
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-07
Summary:

The Birth of Nation,' the big Griffith's picture due in Hongkong shortly for the first time, may be said to have laid the foundation of the famous producer's reputation. The love interest is portrayed by Lillian Gish as Elsie Stonemen, and Henry D. [sic] Walthall as 'the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-14
Summary:

Crowded houses have welcomed D. W. Griffith's 'The Birth of a Nation' at the Coronet. Lillian Gish and Henry B. Walthall are the stars. As a representation of history, 'The Birth of a Nation' is unparalleled in movie annals. There is also a charming love story, treated…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-04-05
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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-10-13 - 1924-10-17
Summary:

Tuesday to Friday, Oct. 14th to 17th at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Corinne Griffith and a big supporting cast in Robert W. Chamber's 'The Common Law.' At ordinary prices. October 14-15 Remarks: Oct. 14-16 at 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., your last chances to see 'The Grandson,' a…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-10-14 - 1924-10-17
Summary:

Tuesday to Friday, October 14 to 17 at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. only, Corinne Griffith in Robert W. Chambers' famous novel, 'The Common Law.' At ordinary prices. October 14 to 16 at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., your last chance to see 'The Grandson,' a Chinese drama in 10 parts.…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-10-17 - 1924-10-17
Summary:

Last shows Friday, 17th October at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Corinne Griffith in 'The Common Law,' Robert W. Chambers' famous novel. Showing here Saturday, October 18th at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Owen Moore in 'Love Is an Awful Thing.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-10-17
Summary:

Love is an Awful Thing' starring Owen Moore, is the attraction at the Queen's Theatre for a four-days' run. It's a Select production.

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-10-18 - 1924-10-20
Summary:

Saturday to Tuesday, Oct. 18-21 at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Owen Moore and Marjorie Daw in 'Love Is an Awful Thing.' At Ordinary prices. At 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., your last opportunity to see 'Two Orphans,' a first class Chinese drama produced in Shanghai.

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Headline: The Queen's
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-10-18 - 1924-10-20
Summary:

Saturday to Tuesday 18th to 21st at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Owen Moore and Marjorie Daw in 'Love Is an Awful Thing.' At ordinary prices. At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., for four days only, your last opportunity to see 'Two Orphans,' a first-class Chinese drama produced in Shanghai.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-10-18
Summary:

Beginning today, Queen's Theatre will be screening 'Love Is an Awful Thing' starring Owen Moore. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-10-18
Summary:

Love is an Awful Thing' starring Owen Moore, the King of Farce comedy in this riotously funny feature, is the attraction at the Queen's Theatre. For weeks, the production force has labored tirelessly in an effort to reduce its newest Owen Moore feature to a maximum of 5000 feet of film…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-10-18 - 1924-10-20
Summary:

Saturday to Tuesday, October 18 to 21 at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Owen Moore and Marjorie Daw in 'Love Is an Awful Thing.' At ordinary prices. At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Two Orphans,' a first-class Chinese drama produced in Shanghai.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-10-20
Summary:

Queen's Theatre is screening 'Love is an Awful Thing.' The film exhibits quality acting, direction and story.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-10-20
Summary:

It is difficult after seeing 'Love is an Awful Thing,' the comedy now showing at the Queen's Theatre, to know whether the acting, the direction of the story itself should receive the first mention. 'Love is an Awful Thing' is a broad farce throughout. It is a grand and…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-10-21 - 1924-10-21
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., one grand concert by Efrem Zimbalist, the world famous violinist. Booking at the Theatre and at Moutrie's. Prices: $5, $3, $2 & $1. Today at 5.15 p.m., Owen Moore in 'Love Is an Awful Thing,' in 7 rees.

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-10-21 - 1924-10-21
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., one grand concert by Efrem Zimbalist, the world-famous violinist. Booking at the theatre and at Moutrie's. Prices: $5.00, $3.00, $2.00 and $1.00. Today at 5.15 p.m., Owen Moore in 'Love Is an Awful Thing,' a most irresistible comedy in 7 reels.