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: 1923-01-04
Summary:

New Scala Theatre screened a 'super' production film entitled 'Passion.' This will be the first screening of a German film in London since the outbreak of the war in November. The film was screened in Germany under the name of 'Madame du Barry' [sic] featuring Mlle…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-03-05 - 1924-03-08
Summary:

Tonight, Irene West and her Royal Hawaiians, 'A Night in Old Hawaii.' Also, Clair [sic] Windsor in 'What's Worth While' and Felix the Cat in 'A Pat Sullivan Scream.'

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-03-05 - 1924-03-07
Summary:

Thursday, Friday and Saturday, twice daily at 5.30 and 9.15, Irene West and her Royal Hawaiians, 'A Night in Old Hawaii,' phenomenal instrumentalists, vocalists and dancers, including the world-famous, Princess Helen. In conjunction with an exceptionally good picture programme, Clair…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-03-05 - 1924-03-08
Summary:

Thursday, Friday and Saturday, twice daily at 5.30 and 9.15, Irene West and her royal Hawaiians, 'A Night in Old Hawaii,' phenomenal instrumentalists, vocalists and dancers, including the world-famous Princess Helen, a direct descendant of Queen Lil, and conceded to be the greatest…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-03-06
Summary:

Kowloon folk are promised a rare treat this evening when the popular Star Theatre presents a more than the usual rich programme. Not only will there be two excellent films, but there will be also a Hawaiian troupe direct from Manila Carnival. Irene West's Royal Hawaiians will present '…

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

Instant success greeted the Royal Hawaiians Troupe at the Star Theatre last night. The piece submitted was a revue, 'A Night in Old Hawaii.' With equal truth, it might have been called 'A Night in Joyland,' for the crowd. Special mention must be made of the fascinating hula…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-03-08 - 1924-03-08
Summary:

Today 2.30, children's matinee, 'The Eagle's Talons.' Tonight at 5.30 and 9.15, farewell performance of Irene West and her Royal Hawaiians, 'A Night in Old Hawaii,' phenomenal instrumentalists, vocalists and dancers, including the world-famous, Princess Helen. In…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-03-08
Summary:

Another splendid reception greeted the Royal Hawaiian Troupe when they gave their second performance in the Star Theatre last evening. Especially good again was Princess Helen with her famous hula hula dance. The two movie pictures chosen to supplement the programme were also again very…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-04-19
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-04-21
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is going to screen 'Passion' this evening. The story revolves around the life of Madame du Barry, the celebrated favourite of Louis XV. The film boasts its wonderful acting, scenic grandeur and the majestic beauty. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-04-21
Summary:

Visiting the Coronet Theatre during the next few days, you can see the history of Madame du Barry presented with the greatest colour and realism, for this evening there comes to this popular cinema-house Pola Negri's great picture, 'Passion.' Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-04-22
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is currently screening a screen classic 'Passion.' The story revolves around the life of Madame du Barry.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-04-22
Summary:

The public has been so much misled in the past by the description, 'historical film,' when romance should have been indicated that possibly some people here will recoil from 'Passion' when they are told that Pola Negri film is largely the story of Madame du Barry, one of the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-04-23
Summary:

Costume plays are usually dull enough affairs, with little life or movement. That they can be infused with life and colour is proved by the notable historical film now showing at the Coronet Theatre, 'Passion,' which not only presents some beautiful costumes but also unfolds a dramatic…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-04-25
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is going to screen Pola Negri's historical film entitled 'Passion,' for the last time this evening. The story revolves around the life of Madame du Barry. The film is filled with good acting, dramatic setting and superb settings.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-06
Summary:

This week the Star Theatre again offers some more of those varied programmes which have become so popular with Kowloon residents – and, be it added for all the islands counter attractions, with many Hongkong residents as well. This evening the feature will be Pola Negri's picture '…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-07
Summary:

Local cinema-goers have their last chance this evening of seeing Pola Negri in her great historical film. 'Passion,' which is the story of Madame du Barry, the French milliner who became favourite of Louis XV and ruled a kingdom in his name, only to die at the guillotine during the…