A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-04-30
Summary:

Hongkong's new theatre, one of the finest buildings of its kind in the Far East, will be thrown open to the public tomorrow, May 1, with a special programme. The handsome structure will seat 1,400 people with ease and comfort and is splendidly illuminated throughout. Striking as is its…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-02
Summary:

Queen's Theatre, Hongkong's latest venture to cater for the cinema-loving public was opened with all the eclat which has made the Chinese famous. The pictures shown were mainly of the comedy type. The opening ceremony was performed by Hon. Mr. Kotewall. The palatial building was…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-06-17 - 1924-06-19
Summary:

A successful motion picture must have a laugh, a tear, a thought. That's why you'll be highly pleased with Mae Marsh in her very latest production, 'Nobody's Kid,' adapted from Kate Langley Bosher's novel. To see her is to love her. Beginning Tuesday 17th to…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-07-03
Summary:

Kisses' at the Queen's Theatre is a delightful romance of love in the office. Betty Estabrook, played by Alice Lake, the heroine. She proves herself to be more than a social butterfly. Film plot included. Interest in the plot is sustained to the end and all the actors give pleasing…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-08-13 - 1924-08-15
Summary:

Viola Dana in 'Love in the Dark' from Wed. Aug. 13th to Sat. Aug. 16th at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15. Appropriate music by orchestra under direction of Prof. Gonzales.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-08-13 - 1924-08-15
Summary:

Viola Dana in 'Love in the Dark.' Remember the dates: Wednesday, August 13 to Saturday, August 16 at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15. Appropriate music by orchestra under direction of Prof. Gonzales. Phone C. 4636. Booking at theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-13
Summary:

Love in the Dark' with charming Viola Dana as the star, is due to open at the Queen's Theatre today. The supporting star is Cullen Landis, Bruce Guerin, Arline Pretty, Edward Connelly and Charles West. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-08-13
Summary:

Commencing today, Queen's Theatre will be screening 'Love in the Dark' featuring Viola Dana. Harry Beaumont directed the comedy-drama for Metro.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-08-13
Summary:

In Viola Dana's latest success, which opens for a short season at the Queen's Theatre tonight, she depicts a tom-boy role. 'Love in the Dark' has many unexpected turns. This picture has the appealing tenderness of 'The $5 Baby,' the exquisite drama of 'Seeing…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-13 - 1924-08-15
Summary:

Viola Dana in 'Love in the Dark.' Remember the dates, Wednesday, August 13th to Saturday, August 16th at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m. Appropriate music by the orchestra under direction of Prof. Gonzales. Phone C. 4636. Booking at Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-08-16 - 1924-08-16
Summary:

Saturday at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Viola Dana in 'Love in the Dark.' Sunday at 6.00, 7.15 and 9.15, Bert Lytell in 'The Right That Failed.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-08-16 - 1924-08-16
Summary:

Saturday at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Viola Dana in 'Love in the Dark.' Sunday at 6.00, 7.15 and 9.15, Bert Lytell in 'The Right that Failed.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-16 - 1924-08-16
Summary:

Saturday at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Viola Dana in 'Love in the Dark.' Sunday at 6, 7.15 and 9.15, Bert Lytell in 'The Right That Failed.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-08-20 - 1924-08-23
Summary:

Today till Sunday at 2.30, 5.00, 7.15 & 9.15, the Star Motion Picture presents their marvelous Chinese Super-production, 'The Grandson,' in 10 reels. The best Chinese picture ever shown in the colony Great success in Peking, Tientsin, Singapore and Manila. It presents an…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-08-23 - 1924-08-28
Summary:

Betty Compson in 'Prisoners of Love,' commencing Mon. Aug. 25 to Thur. Aug. 28 at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15. Usual prices. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-08-23 - 1924-08-23
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.00, 7.00 and 9.15 (please note the change of times), the Star Motion Picture presents 'The Grandson' in 10 reels. Sunday matinee at 6.00 p.m., Betty Compson in 'Prisoners of Love.' Phone C. 4636. Booking at theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-23 - 1924-08-23
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.00, 7.00 and 9.15 p.m., the Star Motion Picture presents 'The Grandson' in 10 reels. Sunday matinee at 6.00 p.m., Betty Compson in 'Prisoners of Love.'

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-08-25 - 1924-08-28
Summary:

Commencing Monday 25th to Thursday 28th August at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Betty Compson in 'Prisoners of Love' by Catherine Henry, directed by Arthur Rosson, distributed by Goldwyn. Cinemagoers must not fail to see it. Book your seats early. Usual prices. Phone C. 4636. Booking at…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-25
Summary:

Betty Compson, whose meteoric rise in the cinema world as the result of her remarkable portrayal in 'The Miracle Man,' will be seen in 'Prisoners of Love,' the attraction at the Queen's Theatre, till Thursday. Others in the cast include Ralph Lewis, Roy Stewart, Clara…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-08-25
Summary:

Queen's Theatre will be screening 'Prisoners of Love' featuring Betty Compson who is famous for her role in 'The Miracle Man,' till Thursday. Others in the cast include Ralph Lewis, Roy Stewart, Clara Horton and Emory Johnson.