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: 1922-10-10 - 1922-10-10
Summary:

Today at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., Harry Sheldon in 'Men,' a powerful drama. Tomorrow, debut of the king of the music, Baron Lambert Bibo. Booking at the Star Ferry Wharf for Hongkong residents. Free ferry tickets both ways. Open daily: 4.30 to 5.15 p.m. and 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday: 2 to 2.15 p…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-05-29
Summary:

It will be remembered that a few Sundays back the orchestras of the Star and Coronet rendered an excellent orchestral programme. The opening piece Lavallee's 'King of Diamonds' (Overture) was played. We were offered such well-known pieces as the 'Spring Song' (…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-06-14 - 1923-06-14
Summary:

Tonight we are presenting to you at the Star, a variety turn that comes with the best credentials of any act that has visited Hongkong. Harry Leeds and Trixie Lemar who have come here after a most successful engagement at the Carlton Theatre, Shanghai, have shown us their press notices and I see…

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

Thursday, Friday and Saturday, November 1st, 2nd and 3rd twice daily, starting tonight at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., another big weekend treat, a big double show, extra special film feature, Max Linder in 'The Three Must-Get-Theres.' Extra added vaudeville feature, king of entertainments,…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-11-21
Summary:

It requires no great wisdom to be able to predict that the Star will be crowded for the next two days when it is mentioned that Harold Lloyd in 'Doctor Jack' is the big attraction. There are lots of people who never otherwise go inside a cinema who throw aside all other engagements…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-02-23 - 1924-02-25
Summary:

Tomorrow and Monday, Famous Players-Lasky Corporation presents Sydney Chaplin in 'King, Queen and Joker,' a Paramount picture. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-02-23
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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-02-23 - 1924-02-23
Summary:

Last showing of Mae Murray in 'The Gilded Lily.' Sunday and Monday, Sid [sic] Chaplin in 'King, Queen, Joker.'

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-02-25 - 1924-02-25
Summary:

Tonight only at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., Sydney Chaplin in 'Kings Queen Joker,' a Paramount picture. Illustration included.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-02-25 - 1924-02-25
Summary:

Tonight only at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., Famous Players-Lasky Corporation presents Sydney Chaplin in 'King, Queen, Joker.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-04-26
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Headline: Star Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-06-13
Summary:

Tonight, Star Theatre will be presenting a special programme of Holt and Sawyer, performers from Dick Norton's 'Globe Trotters.' They have come directly from Carlton, Shanghai. Last night, the duo gave their first performance which was supplemented by the screening of a '…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-06-13
Summary:

Kowloon audiences are now enjoying the treat the Star Theatre is offering in the special engagement direct from the Carlton, Shanghai, of Holt and Sawyer, two clever Dick Norton performers who are submitting an admirable programme of dance, melody and mirth. Supplementing their show is an…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-06-14
Summary:

At the Star Theatre last night, Holt and Sawyer, who are here on a short visit after a season with the Midnight Follies at the Carlton, Shanghai, had an excellent reception. Bright comedy burlesques are their forte and last night they gave 'My beautiful lady' and 'Salome Dance.…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-06-21 - 1924-06-21
Summary:

Last time today at 5.30 and 9.15, William S. Hart in 'The Toll Gate.' Also Larry Semon in 'A Pair of Kings' and B. A. T. China News, arrival of reception of American Fliers in Shanghai. Commencing Sunday, Rex Beach's 'The Iron Trail.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-07-12
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-08-07 - 1924-08-07
Summary:

Carl Laemmle presents Baby Peggy in 'The Darling New York,' a Universal-Jewel big picture. Directed by King Baggot. Illustration included.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-08-07 - 1924-08-07
Summary:

Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 5.30 and 9.15, Carl Laemmle presents Baby Peggy in 'The Darling of New York,' directed by King Baggot, a Universal-Jewel production. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-08-28
Summary:

Only a Shop Girl,' the new film which comes to the Star Theatre this evening as the feature attraction for the next few days, is a good old fashioned drama adapted from a stage success 25 years ago. 'Only a Shop Girl' is perfect in every detail. Specially good is the scene in the…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-10-01 - 1924-10-07
Summary:

Tuesday night, October 7th, farewell tour of the world, your last opportunity to see Malini, the king of entertainer. Acclaimed the world over by press, public and royalty. The greatest entertainment of the age. Prices $3, $2 and $1. Booking at Moutrie's and the Star. Children and…