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: 1917-02-19
Summary:

Mr. Donald C. Thompson is touring the East now. He's a photographer and has returned New York for short periods with moving pictures.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-11-13
Summary:

Even the 'movies' have gone to war! The value of the cinematograph in military tactics has developed until, in these later stages of the conflict, the machine whose chief objective has been entertainment has become one of the engines of destruction, says the New York Herald. The…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-11-03 - 1920-11-05
Summary:

Tonight, Donald Brian in 'The Voice in the Fog.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-11-03 - 1920-11-05
Summary:

Tonight, Donald Brian in 'The Voice in the Fog.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1918-11-27 - 1918-11-28
Summary:

A Paramount feature in 5 parts, 'The Smugglers,' from 27th to 29th November. Donald Brian is featured. Various comics included. A 5-part drama, 'Turn of the Road,' in matinee at 5:15 p.m. on Thursday, 28th November.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-05-26
Summary:

London, April 22 – At a special interview with Mr C. F. Higham, M. P., who is the Managing Director of the recently formed Alliance Film Corporation, he told me something of the company's immediate plans. They have been lucky enough to secure Matheson Lang to play the part he created in…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-11-27 - 1918-11-29
Summary:

27th to 29th November, showing Paramount photoplay in 5 parts, 'The Smugglers,' featuring the popular stage favourite, Donald Brian, including various comics. Tomorrow matinee at 5.15 p.m., showing 'Turn of the Road' in 5 parts. November 29 Remarks: Ad. on 'The Smugglers…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-12-02 - 1922-12-02
Summary:

Last shows of the wonderful picture of 'The World and Its Woman,' featuring Geraldine Farrar, in 7 parts, story by Thompson Buchanan. Picture included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-11-25 - 1922-11-30
Summary:

Geraldine Farrar and Lou Tellegen in 'The World and Its Woman,' story by Thompson Buchanan. Plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-28 - 1922-11-28
Summary:

Commencing Wednesday till Saturday, Geraldine Farrar and Lou Tellegen in 'The World and Its Woman,' in 7 parts, story by Thompson Buchanan.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1918-06-28
Summary:

Two popular songs, 'Keep the Home Fires Burning' and 'If You Were the Only Girl,' were the subject of an action in the King's Bench Division recently when an injunction was applied for and damage claimed by the 'Performing Rights' [sic] Society, Ltd.',…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-09 - 1924-01-09
Summary:

P. C. 511,' a story of the Shanghai Municipal police force, the first real Chinese motion picture, shown by courtesy of the B. A. T.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-03-18
Summary:

It may be true that a prophet has no honour in his own country, but happily, this does not apply to Amateur Dramatic Companies. The Quarry Bay A. D. C. have shown that they not only deserve success but that they can command it. For that reason, there is sure to be a crowded house at the Star…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-12-26
Summary:

Don Q' the film now showing at the Queen's Theatre eclipses all Douglas Fairbank's previous efforts. The film also starred by Warne [sic] Oland, Jean Hersholt, Donald Crisp. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-11-28 - 1922-11-30
Summary:

A production of tremendous emotional intensity with famous Geraldine Farrar and Lou Tellegen in 'The World and Its Woman,' in 7 parts. Story by Thompson Buchanan. Commencing Wednesday till Saturday. November 29 Remarks: Photo and film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-10-24
Summary:

Two President boats berthed at Kowloon Wharves yesterday. Among the passengers were Mr. D. C. Thompson, a motion picture magnate of the Parliament Corporation of Hollywood, Mr. Langdon C. Strong, also in the motion picture business of Hollywood and New York.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1902-10-10 - 1902-10-15
Summary:

The Coronation! The Passion Play as it is played in Oberammergau. The Coronation of King Edward in detail. 5 Miles of Film. All the latest Novelties of the Cinematographic spheres. Note: The management wish to inform the public of Hongkong that they have the pleasure of bringing the first of…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-05-03
Summary:

Mollie King plays a dual role in 'Her Majesty,' which is now showing at the World Theatre. The film is written by H. Thompson Rich. Other starring included Creighton Hale. While a two-part Snub Pollard comedy completes the programme for the week.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-11-13
Summary:

The special production will be revealed at the Coronet on Sunday next. Mme. Nazimova is seen as the star in this production, 'Eye for Eye,' a story based on Henry Kistemaeker's drama. The cast included Charles Bryant, Donald Gallagher, Sally Crute and E. L. Fernandez.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-16 - 1922-06-17
Summary:

Someone Must Pay' by Ivan Abramson, with the cast includes Gail Kane, Edmund Breese, Jackie Saunders, Hugh Thompson, Jere Austin, Baby Dorothy Arnold and others. Picture included.