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: 1921-12-20
Summary:

The other week were published in the North-China Daily News particularly relating to the unaccountably early showing of two Charlie Chaplin features in Shanghai, 'The Kid' last summer and 'The Idle Class' during the present month. It was shown that Ramos Amusements Ltd. had…

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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: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-02
Summary:

Charlie Chaplin, in the flesh, will be in Hongkong next March, accompanied by Mary Pickford and Douglas Fairbanks. Efforts will also be made to induce D. W. Griffith to join the party. This news was given yesterday by Mr. George Mooser, a well-known play producer and film manager. He is the…

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

D. W. Griffith presents 'Way Down East,' based on Wm. A. Brady's famous play by Lottie Blair Parker and Jos. R. Grismer. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-13 - 1922-11-13
Summary:

All the productions of the United Artists Film Corporation will be presented at the Coronet, Hongkong and the Pearl, Canton, and at no other theatre in South China. D. W. Griffith's screen masterpiece, 'Way Down East' opens at the Coronet tonight. It will be followed by Douglas…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-13 - 1922-11-13
Summary:

D. W. Griffith presents 'Way Down East,' based on Wm. A. Brady's famous play by Lottie Blair Parker and Jos. R. Grismer. 2.15, $1.50 and 80 cents; 5.30 and 9 p.m., $2.00 and $1.00. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-17 - 1922-11-17
Summary:

D. W. Griffith presents 'Way Down East,' based on Wm. A. Brady's famous play by Lottie Blair Parker and Jos. R. Grismer. Illustration included.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-12-07 - 1923-12-07
Summary:

Today and tomorrow at 2.15, 4.45, 7 sharp and 9.15 p.m., D. W. Griffith presents 'Way Down East,' based on Wm. A. Brady's famous play by Lottie Blair Parker and Jos. R. Grismer. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-12-07
Summary:

The famous film 'Way Down East' is to be screened at the Coronet Theatre today. It will have a special run of three days and nights.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-03-17 - 1924-03-22
Summary:

Commencing 19th Wednesday, the biggest thriller of this year. Priscilla Dean in 'Drifting.' March 17 & 22 Remarks: Also screening Funeral Procession of the Late Bishop Dr. D. Pozzoni. March 18 Remarks: Another ad. on page 4, Presented by Carl Laemmle. Written by John Colton and…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-03-17 - 1924-03-17
Summary:

Beginning Wednesday 19th, Carl Laemmle presents Priscilla Dean in 'Drifting' by John Colton, founded on the famous stage play produced by William A. Brady, with a big cast including Matt Moore, Wallace Beery, Anna May Wong and others.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-03-18 - 1924-03-18
Summary:

Carl Laemmle presents Priscilla Dean in 'Drifting' by John Colton, founded on William A. Brady's famous stage play. Wednesday 19th at the World.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-03-19 - 1924-03-19
Summary:

Drifting,' adapted from Wm. A. Brady's famous stage success, presented by Carl Laemmle, starring Priscilla Dean, supported by an all-star cast, Universal-Jewel.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-03-22 - 1924-03-22
Summary:

Final showing today, Priscilla Dean in a magnificent picturization of Wm. A. Brady's famous stage success by John Colton and Daisy H. Andrews, 'Drifting.' Also 'Funeral Procession of the Late Bishop Dr. D Pozzoni.'

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-05-15 - 1924-05-17
Summary:

Commencing tonight at 9.15, the celebrated continental entertainer, Robert Bores and his world famous variety company. Popular prices $3, $2 & $1. Booking at The Star. Picture at 5.30, Priscilla Dean in 'Drifting.'

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Headline: Star Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-15 - 1924-05-17
Summary:

Commencing tonight at 9.15, the celebrated continental entertainer Robert Bores and his famous's variety company. The show that is different, a little bit of everything in variety, surrounded by gorgeous stage settings and beautiful costumes. Popular prices: $3, $2 and $1. Booking at the…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-15 - 1924-05-17
Summary:

Commencing tonight at 9.15, the celebrated continental entertainer, Robert Bores and his world-famous variety company, 'The Show That Is Different.' Popular prices: $3, $2 and $1. Booking at the Star. Picture at 5.30, Priscilla Dean in 'Drifting.'

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

We ask you to consider Douglas Fairbanks, Mary Pickford, D. W. Griffith and Charlie Chaplin, the four greatest names in the film world, whose pictures are released under the name of United Artists' Film Corporation. Even the most prejudiced observer has to admit that their productions are…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-05-30
Summary:

The White Sister,' starring Lillian Gish, will have its premiere at the Queen's Theatre today. The story was taken from F. Marion Crawford's famous novel. Lillian Gish has been appeared in 'The Birth of a Nation,' 'Way Down East,' 'Hearts of the World…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-05-30
Summary:

Queen's Theatre will be screening the Inspiration production 'The White Sister' featuring Lillian Gish who plays the role of Sister Angela, today. The story of this Metro release was taken from a novel by F. Marion Crawford. The film was filmed entirely in Italy and Northern…