A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-02-22 - 1919-02-22
Summary:

We have endeavoured to obtain a programme that should mark a step forward in local cinematography. We believe that when you have seen Frank Keenan, the famous Shakespearean actor and David Belasco Star, who has recently joined Pathe, in 'Ruler of the Road,' you will agree with us that…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-03-31 - 1919-03-31
Summary:

Buckingham Palace; Sandhurst Cadets receive the King's Banner Scenes at the Lord Mayor's Show. 'The Last Charge' – a genuine picture taken on the last day of hostilities. Scenes in and from an Airship: Bird's eye view of London including St. Paul's. World War Over:…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-05-31
Summary:

Sir Charles Wyndham has left a fortune of £197,035. He bequeathed his portrait as David Garrick, by Pettie, to the Garrick Club; the gold jeweled box presented to him by King Edward and Queen Alexandra to his daughter, Mrs. Bower; the diamond ring presented by the late Tsar Alexander III and the…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-09-16
Summary:

Wilson K. Midgley writes in the Daily News as follows: Vain efforts have been made in the past to introduce the 'pictures' into the spheres of religion, education, and of various kinds of reform. Peace has brought them at a stroke into international politics. There are two companies…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-04-26 - 1920-04-29
Summary:

The Great Love,' the play that ends a woman's 'No.' David Wark Griffith's splendid tribute to British Womanhood! April 26-27 remarks: Lillian Gish and Bobby [sic] Harron in 'The Great Love.' April 28 remarks: Pathe news, 'Going? Going? Gone' and Rolin…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-04-26 - 1920-04-26
Summary:

On Broadway, a line three blocks long waited at the strand theatre to see D. W. Griffith's 'The Great Love,' Artcraft Pictures. David Wark Griffith, producer of 'The Birth of a Nation,' 'Intolerance,' 'Hearts of the World' and 'Broken Blossoms…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-11-27
Summary:

On Wednesday next, 'The Foundling,' a touching five-part drama produced by David Frohman and featuring Mary Pickford, will be screened in the Hongkong Theatre. Roscoe 'Fatty' Arbuckle in 'Good Night Nurse,' a Paramount comedy in two reels, will also be screened.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-06-08
Summary:

A new motion picture concern under the name of the Oriental Film Company has opened offices at 18 Peking Road. We understand it is their intention to remodel motion picture enterprises throughout the Far East. The company is to be managed by Mr. David L. Shoolman of Boston, Mass., U. S. A.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-06-11
Summary:

A new motion picture concern under the name of the Oriental Film Company has opened offices at 18, Peking Road, Shanghai. It is believed that it is the intention to promote motion picture enterprises throughout the Far East. The company is to be managed by Mr. David L. Shoolman of Boston, Mass…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-23 - 1921-08-23
Summary:

Other photoplay producers make photoplays--good, bad or indifferent; David Wark Griffith makes film history with each new picture he produces! He has some wonderful effects in 'The Idol Dancer' showing tonight for the last time at the Coronet.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-02
Summary:

Seeds of Vengeance' will be screened at the World Theatre for four days. In the film, Bernard Durning plays the role of David Cree. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-03-02 - 1922-03-02
Summary:

Catherine Calvert and an all-star cast in the Tom Terriss production, 'The Heart of Maryland,' a screen adaptation of the famous David Belasco stage play which is regarded as a photoplay classic, a film that will live for years. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-03-04 - 1922-03-04
Summary:

The Heart of Maryland,' the film version of David Belasco's famous play is better than the stage production. The Tom Terriss unit spent six months of hard work in making this picture of stirring drama and love interest. It was made in the South on authentic locations, and the result is…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-03-04
Summary:

Vitagraph's screen version of 'The Heart of Maryland,' directed by Tom Terriss and supported by Catherine Calvert, will be shown at the Coronet on Monday. It is noted that the film is a picturization of David Belasco's famous play. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-03-08
Summary:

Coronet Theatre's current attraction, 'The Heart of Maryland,' is based on David Belasco's famous Civil War play. It is a Vitagraph production with Catherine Calvert in the leading role. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-03-08
Summary:

The Heart of Maryland,' based on David Belasco's famous Civil War play, is the current attraction at the Coronet Theatre. The film is produced by Vitagraph, and the cast of the film is headed by Catherine Calvert. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-03-09
Summary:

The Heart of Maryland,' produced by Vitagraph from the famous stage play by David Belasco, is being shown at the Coronet Theatre. Meanwhile, Catherine Calvert takes an important role in the film. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-03-11
Summary:

The Heart of Maryland,' based on David Belasco's famous stage play of the American Civil War, will be shown at the Coronet Theatre for the last time. The film is a Vitagraph production, and Catherine Calvert plays the leading role.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-03-13
Summary:

Kowloon Theatre will screen 'The Heart of Maryland,' Vitagraph's fine film version of David Belasco's American Civil War play. A special matinee will also be given at the Kowloon Theatre for children.

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Headline: Flickers
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-04-14