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:

When We Were Twenty-one,' in which H. B. Warner is starring, is going to be screened at the World Theatre. The film is a photoplay version of H. V. Esmond's stage drama. Besides, a splendid cast has been assembled by Director Henry King. Details as follow: Mr. Warner plays Nat Goddwin…

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

World Theatre is going to screen 'When We Were Twenty-one,' starring H.B. Warner, on Friday. The photoplay is directed by Henry King and is produced by Jesse D. Hampton for Pathe distribution. The cast also includes James W. Morrison, Claire Anderson, Christine Mayo, Minna Grey and…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-05-27
Summary:

Adapted from H. V. Esmond's play, made famous by Nat Goodwin and Maxime Elliott, 'When We Were Twenty-One' presents Mr. Warner at the World Theatre tonight. The youth is played by James Morrison, and the girl is played by Claire Anderson. At the same time, Christine Mayo plays the…

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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…