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: 1921-08-08
Summary:

At the World Theatre is exhibited one of the most gripping stories ever shown in the Colony. 'The Woman and the Law' is the story of a devoted mother whose husband turns out to be such a rake that she is compelled to seek a divorce from him. In addition, there is an amusing Chaplin…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-10
Summary:

The Middle East Films, Ld., whose head office is in Singapore, is about to open an office in Hongkong. Mr. Joe Fisher, the general manager of the Company, and Mr. Ernest A. Hopson, who represents several South African corporations connected with film art, are in Hongkong. The first exhibition of…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-09-30
Summary:

The Symbol of Sacrifice' in eight exciting parts, will be screened for the first time in Hongkong at the World Theatre. The film was produced by The African Film Productions Ltd., and shown by The Middle East Films Ltd.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-10-13 - 1923-10-13
Summary:

If you have movies at home, you should insist upon a machine in which the entire film is under cover all the time. This is compulsory in many parts of England and most States of America. Hongkong Amusements Ltd. Invite your attention to The Holmes Projector, which has the following advantages…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-11-17
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-11-11
Summary:

The Mailman' is the remarkable combination which is behind the recent successes Emory Johnson has placed on the screen. He was formerly leading man for Mary Pickford, who has no place in the front ranks of the motion picture creating geniuses, attributes all of his phenomenal progress to…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-11-11
Summary:

World Theatre is screening the Johnson production 'The Mailman.' The film can be compared with other big productions like 'The Third Alarm,' 'In the Name of the Law' and 'Westbound Limited.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-01-06 - 1925-01-09
Summary:

Acclaimed by press and public in New York. Film review included. Carl Laemmle presents 'Merry Go Round' commencing Wednesday. January 7-9 remark: Mary Philbin and Norman Kerry in 'Merry-Go-Round.'

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-01-07 - 1925-01-10
Summary:

Today till Saturday, the picture you've been long waiting for 'Merry-Go-Round' in eleven reels featuring Mary Philbin, Norman Kerry and a great cast. The latest Chinese super-production 'The Valiant Brothers' in ten reels produced by Commercial Press Ltd. Also 'Mr.…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-07 - 1925-01-08
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'Merry-Go-Round' in 11 reels, featuring Mary Philbin, Norman Kerry and a great cast. Today till Saturday at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., the latest Chinese super-production, 'The Valiant Brothers' [sic] in 10 reels produced by Commercial…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-01-07 - 1925-01-10
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'Merry-Go-Round,' featuring Mary Philbin, Norman Kerry and a great cast. Today till Saturday at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., the latest Chinese super-production 'Two Valiant Brothers' in 10 reels produced by Commercial Press Ltd. Also '…

12
Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-10 - 1925-01-10
Summary:

Last chance to see the greatest Jewel production, 'Merry-Go-Round' in 11 reels, featuring Mary Philbin, Norman Kerry and others. Final show today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. Starting tomorrow at 6 and 9.15 p.m., F. B. O. presents Carmel Myers in 'The Love Pirate.' Today till Sunday…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-01-12 - 1925-01-13
Summary:

Carmel Myers in 'The Love Pirate' also featuring Kathryn McGuire, Melbourne McDowell, Clyde Fillmore. Don't forget to see France Dhelia in 'Demi-Virgins.' Coming! William Fox presents 'Over the Hill.' January 12 remarks: Today, the best Chinese production…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-12 - 1925-01-12
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Carmel Myers in 'The Love Pirate.' Special music. Usual prices. Starting Wednesday next, France Dhelia in 'Demi-Virgins.' Coming, William Fox presents 'Over the Hill.' Watch for its opening date. Today only at 2.30 and…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-01-21 - 1925-01-23
Summary:

Lois Weber, producer of 'Hypocrites,' 'Shoes,' 'To Please One Woman,' 'The Price of a Good Time,' 'Where are My Children?' 'Too Wise Wives,' presents The Blot. Commencing Sunday, William Fox presents 'Over the Hill.' January…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-23 - 1925-01-23
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Lois Weber presents 'The Blot.' Special music. Usual prices. Starting Sunday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents 'Over the Hill.' Book your seats early. Starting Saturday at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., the latest Chinese…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-01-26 - 1925-02-03
Summary:

William Fox presents 'Over the Hill ' in eleven reels. Today and tomorrow, the latest and best Chinese production 'The Test of True Love' produced by the Commercial Press. January 27 remarks: Starting tomorrow, Norma Talmadge in 'The Probation Wife.' January 31…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-01-26 - 1925-01-27
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only at 5.10 and 9.20 p.m., William Fox presents 'Over the Hill' [sic] with special music. Today and tomorrow at 12.30, 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'The Test of True Love' produced by Commercial Press. January 27 Remarks: Starting tomorrow, Norma Talmadge in '…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-01-28 - 1925-01-30
Summary:

Norma Talmadge with Thomas Meighan in 'The Probation Wife.' Added attraction 'No Money to Guide Them' [sic] (2 reels comedy). January 28 remarks: The latest and best Chinese production 'The Test of True Love' (produced by Commercial Press Ltd.) January 29 remarks…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-01-28 - 1925-01-30
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15, Norma Talmadge with Thomas Meighan in 'The Probation Wife' with special music. Usual prices. Today till Friday at 2.30 and 7.15, 'The Test of True Love,' produced by Commercial Press Ltd. January 29 Remarks: Today and tomorrow at 12.30, 2…