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: 1922-05-25
Summary:

Owing to the launch strike, the management of the Star Theatre in Kowloon was obliged to postpone the ceremony. It is noted that the new theatre carries on in Kowloon the history of the old Victoria Theatre, in Des Voeux Road, now demolished. The total cost of the building and ground was $110,…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-05-25
Summary:

Star' Theatre, Kowloon will be opening on next Thursday i.e. June 1st. Arrangements have been made for three performances a day with matinees on Sundays and programs will be changed on every Tuesday and Friday. Prices of admission have been graded to suit all classes. Tickets can also be…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-01
Summary:

The opening ceremony took place at the Star Theatre, and some films were screened. A portrait of His Excellency the Governor was first thrown on the screen, followed by the several photographs of H. R. H. the Prince of Wales' visit to the Colony.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-06-01
Summary:

Kowloon's newly built Star Theatre had its first audience last evening. The guests were welcomed by the proprietor Mr. Lee Yue-cheong and the manager Mr. Gonzalez de Bernedo. Moreover, the new Theatre also screened two films, the principal one being 'Jane Goes A-Wooing' featuring…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-09 - 1922-06-09
Summary:

From 9th to 12th June at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m. (except Sunday matinee), the great drama in 7 parts, 'The Girl Who Stayed at Home,' an Artcraft super production. At 7.15 p.m., the serial film, 'The Great Radium Mystery,' 3rd and 4th episodes. Matinee, Saturday at 2.30 p.m.,…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-10 - 1922-06-10
Summary:

From 9th to 12th June at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. (except Sunday matinee), the great drama in 7 parts, 'The Girl Who Stayed at Home,' an Artcraft super-production. At 7.15 p.m., the serial film, 'The Great Radium Mystery,' 3rd and 4th episodes. Matinee, today at 2.30 p.m., '…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-12 - 1922-06-12
Summary:

Today at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., 'The Girl Who Stayed at Home,' an Artcraft super-drama. A great success of the Darlington Trio, a novelty in vaudeville. At 7.15 p.m., 'The Great Radium Mystery,' the serial film, 3rd and 4th episodes. Tomorrow, Charles Ray in 'String Beans…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-06-22
Summary:

Star Theatre is going to screen a Paramount picture entitled 'The Way of a Man with a Maid,' tomorrow night and over the weekend. The film is a Lasky production with Bryant Washburn in the principal role.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-06-23 - 1922-06-24
Summary:

Friday 23rd to Monday 26th June at 5.30 & 9.15 p.m., Jesse L. Lasky presents Bryant Washburn in 'The Way of a Man with a Maid.' No matinee of this picture on Sunday. A Paramount picture, Friday 23, Saturday 24 & Sunday 25 June, the serial film 'The Great Radium Mystery…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-23 - 1922-06-24
Summary:

Friday 23rd to Monday 26th June at 5.30 and 9.15, Jesse L. Lasky presents Bryant Washburn in 'The Way of a Man with a Maid.' No matinee of this picture on Sunday. A Paramount picture, Friday 23, Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 June, the serial film 'The Great Radium Mystery'…

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Headline: Secret Service'
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-06-26 - 1922-07-01
Summary:

Robert Warwick 'Secret Service' showing at Star Theatre from 30th June to 3rd July. Photo included. June 26-28 Remarks: Teaser ad. of the film 'Secret Service.' The ads didn't mention the theatre's name, surmised from other ads.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-07-04 - 1922-07-06
Summary:

Today, matinee 5.30 & at 9.15, Marguerite Clark in 'Let's Elope,' a Paramount picture. Performance by the famous Parisian Troupe, Majurel. Booking at the Star Ferry Wharf for Hongkong residents, free ferry tickets both ways. July 6 Remarks: Tomorrow, the magnificent film,…

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Headline: Star Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-07-14
Summary:

Star Theatre is going to screen 'The Career of Katherine Bush' from Friday, the 14th to Monday the 17th, at 5:30 pm and 9:15 pm. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-02
Summary:

The Roaring Road,' in which Wallace Reid takes the leading role, was screened at the Coronet Theatre yesterday for the first time. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-08-04
Summary:

Star Theatre is going to screen 'The Knickerbocker Buckaroo' starring Douglas Fairbanks. The film is one of Douglas Fairbanks' most expensive productions. Huge sums of money were spent on ideal sets. One can also see Douglas performing various stunts in the film.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-12
Summary:

The Law of Men' was screened for the first time at the Star Theatre last evening. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-08-12
Summary:

The Law of Men' was screened for the first time at the Star Theatre last evening. Film synopsis included.

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Headline: Star Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-08-16
Summary:

Miss Marguerite Clark appears at tonight's screening at Star Theatre. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-19
Summary:

Luxury,' starring Rubye De Remer, is the attraction at the Star Theatre for this evening and Weekend. It is proclaimed by the celebrated French artist M. Paul, that Miss Rubye is the most beautiful woman in America. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-08-24 - 1922-08-26
Summary:

Tomorrow at the Star Theatre. August 24 Remarks: 4 ads. on page 2, 3, 4 and 7, mentioned the name of the film only.