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: 1922-03-02 - 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: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-16
Summary:

The famous Griffith picture 'Way Down East' was surrendered this month to Mr. George Mooser, representative of the United Artists Corporation. It marked the first victory of the United Artists Corporation in the fight being waged against motion picture film piracy. For background…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-05-19
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-06-26
Summary:

Twin Beds,' the film version of the farce comedy stage success of the same name, commenced at the Coronet yesterday. Mr. and Mrs. Carter de Haven, who are sponsoring as well as starring in the production, have produced a truly refreshing comedy. Those who missed witnessing the screening of…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-03
Summary:

The Heart of Maryland,' an elaborate film version of the famous stage play of the same name by David Belasco, will be shown at the Grand theatre today and tomorrow. Catherine Calvert, the Vitagraph star, heads an all-star cast in the role of Maryland Calvert. The picture was nearly six…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-03-28
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-01
Summary:

Not to be outdone by the other cinema houses which are showing big films this week, the Star Theatre, catering specially for Kowloon residents, offers a very big picture this evening. 'The Conquering Power' is its name, and when the fact has been told that it was made by the same…

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

Miss Mura Shipoff and her brother Koka Shipoff will make their final appearance and the excellent movie play 'The Conquering Power' will be screened for the last time at Star Theatre. The movie was made by the same producer as the one who made the famous 'Four Horsemen of the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-06-26 - 1924-06-26
Summary:

Seldom, very seldom, indeed, we show a picture at the Little House, the Coronet, that was ever a big success at one of our other theatres. But this time, we are making an exception with Rex Ingram's masterful rendering of Balzac's famous story, 'Eugenie of Grandet'; known on…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-06-26
Summary:

Balzac's wonderful story, 'Eugenie Grandet,' comes to the Coronet Theatre this evening under the title of 'The Conquering Power.' Film synopsis included. 'Eugenie Grandet' was written in the full vigour of Balzac's genius, and it is only fitting that the…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-06-27
Summary:

From today till Monday, Queen's Theatre will be screening 'Mothers-in-Law' at the 5:15 and 9:15 performances. The film will satisfy not only those who see it as a diversion from routine life but also those who perceive the moral of the story and measure its influence on human…

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Headline: White Tiger'
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-07-17
Summary:

Queen's Theatre is currently screening 'White Tiger' featuring Priscilla Dean. The cast also includes Raymond Griffith, Matt Moore and Wallace Beery. Beery is famous for his performance in 'Robin Hood' and 'The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse.' Film synopsis…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-07-17
Summary:

Priscilla Dean, famous in the cinema world for her acting in 'The Flame of Life,' plays the role of a beautiful queen of the underworld in a Universal picture styled 'White Tiger,' which opened at the Queen's Theatre last night and will be shown till Saturday night.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-07-18
Summary:

Just what an 'automatic chess player' is will be explained to those who, as yet, have not availed themselves of the opportunity to see the Universal screen classic, 'The White Tiger,' which will be presented at the Queen Theatre. Priscilla Dean is the star and local cinema…