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: 1923-01-08
Summary:

Everybody knows Daniel Defoe's 'Adventures of Robinson Crusoe,' the delightful book which amused us as children. The story is being filmed under the Universal production, and will be shown at the World Theatre. Another film attraction is 'The Carnival Child.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-10-24
Summary:

Tess of the Storm Country' is a new production at the Coronet, starring Mary Pickford, Lloyd Hughes, Gloria Hope, David Torrence, Forrest Robinson, Jean Hersholt, Danny Hoy, Robert Russell, Gus Saville and Madame de Bodamere. With the introduction of all the actors.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-07-15
Summary:

Star Theatre's feature attraction 'Society Snobs,' starred Vivian Forrester. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-10-26
Summary:

A porter at Paddington Station had one of the surprises of his life recently. A taxi-cab drew up near him, and the passenger threw out a suitcase into the street and lurched from the cab. He was a young fellow and looked the worse for drink. Reeling up to the driver, he pushed a couple of…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-12-24 - 1919-12-27
Summary:

Tonight, Oliver Morosco presents Myrtle Stedman and Forrest Stanley in 'The Wild Olive,' an intense and fascinating love story in 5 parts.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-07-05
Summary:

Half a dozen sailors who appear in the Metro production, 'The Off-shore Pirate,' which commences at the Coronet today. 'Spike' Robinson, well-known in boxing circles, was the cause of this latest version of realism. When it was found that 'The Off-shore Pirate'…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1908-04-25 - 1908-04-28
Summary:

Monday evening Robinson Crusoe Film. New films every second day. Two performances nightly. Don't forget the address: Des Voeux Road (Pottinger Street Corner).

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-12-24 - 1919-12-29
Summary:

December 24th, 25th and 26th, Oliver Morosco presents Myrtle Stedman and Forrest Stanley in 'The Wild Olive,' an intense and fascinating love story in five parts. Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-01-13
Summary:

It is reported that a very enjoyable part of yesterday's entertainment, from the Japanese point of view, was the cinema show at the World Theatre in the afternoon. The film screened was 'Robinson Crusoe.'

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-01-06 - 1923-01-06
Summary:

From today till Monday at 2.30 p.m. and 7.15 p.m., The Adventures of Robinson Crusoe with Harry Myers and Noble Johnson. Plot and illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-10-25
Summary:

The past and present of Mary Pickford and the cast of players supporting her in her great new production of 'Tess of the Storm Country' at the Coronet Theatre. Mary Pickford is the only one of her company who has ever been anything else excepting what she is today, for at the tender…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-07-15
Summary:

Gorgeous settings, picturesque scenery and a capable cast combine to make 'Society Snobs,' the latest feature film showing at the Star Theatre. Conway Tearle plays the part of Carilo. He falls in love with Vivian Forrester, a daughter of the idle rich. Film plot included. Altogether…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-08-18 - 1924-08-18
Summary:

The Coronet: Today till Wednesday at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15, James Kirkwood and Ann Forrest in 'The Great Impersonation,' a Paramount picture. The Star: Last time today at 5.30 & 9.15 p.m., Hoot Gibson in 'Ride for Your Life.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-18 - 1924-08-18
Summary:

The Coronet: Today till Wednesday at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., James Kirkwood and Ann Forrest in 'The Great Impersonation,' a Paramount picture. The Star: Last time today at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., Hoot Gibson in 'Ride for Your Life.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-12-29 - 1925-12-31
Summary:

D. W. Griffith presents 'Sally of the Sawdust' with Carol Dempster and W. C. Fields, adapted by Forrest Halsey from a story by Dorothy Donnelly. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-01-31
Summary:

The House That Jazz Built,' in which Wanda Hawley takes the leading role, is being shown at the World Theatre tonight. Miss Hawley is supported by Forrest Stanley and Gladys George. In turn, Paul Perry handles the photography. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-06-21 - 1924-06-21
Summary:

Bavu,' a great cast of favourites headed by Estelle Taylor, Forrest Stanley, Sylvia Breamer, Wallace Beery of 'Robin Hood,' Josef Swickard of 'The Four Horsemen' and Martha Mattox.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-10
Summary:

Advance reports speak exceedingly highly of the big picture 'Forbidden Fruit,' which will be shown at the Star Theatre shortly. Cecil de Mille, the producer, has achieved a big reputation as a maker of natural films. Agnes Ayres, the star who knows well how to wear elegant clothes, is…

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Headline: Queen's
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-12-29 - 1925-12-30
Summary:

D. W. Griffith presents 'Sally of the Sawdust' with Carol Dempster and W. C. Fields, adapted by Forrest Halsey from a story by Dorothy Donnelly. Starting today at ordinary prices. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-20 - 1924-08-20
Summary:

The Coronet: Last time today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., James Kirkwood and Ann Forrest in 'The Great Impersonation. ' The Star: Today only at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., Mack Sennett presents Ben Turpin in 'The Shriek of Araby.'