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: 1925-01-02
Summary:

When Will H. Hays congratulated Jack Coogan, Sr., on the character of the stories in which he was promoting his son, Jackie Coogan's artistic and financial welfare, he said, 'That's the kind of picture the world needs.' This picture is 'Oliver Twist' from First…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-02-02
Summary:

Los Angeles, Cal., Jan. 21 – Speaking today before the Southern California Editorial Association, Will H. Hays, president of the motion picture producers and distributors of America, Inc., deplored the censorship of the moving pictures. Mr. Hays declared that the movies have been blamed for much…

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Headline: A Killer
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-12-27
Summary:

The Killer' the Benjamin B. Hampton-Pathe feature is showing in the World Theatre. The film was directed by Howard Hickman and interpreted by a cast headed by Frank Campeau, Claire Adams, Jack Conway, little Frankie Lee, Tod Sloan, Edward Peil, Milton Ross, Frank Hayes. Film synopsis…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-03-29
Summary:

A brief synopsis of the enthralling story contained in 'The World Aflame,' the Frank Keenan special production which opens its run tonight at the Coronet.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-05-26 - 1920-05-28
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Wilfred Lucas in 'Jim Bludso,' adapted from the poems by John Hay.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-05-26 - 1920-05-28
Summary:

Wilfred Lucas in a brilliant picture play founded on the fine old poem 'Jim Bludso.' Adapted from the poems by the Hon. John Hay Secretary of the State during the McKinley administration.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-02-22
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-12-27
Summary:

World Theatre will be screening a Benjamin B. Hampton production 'The Killer' which is inspired from Stewart Edward White's novel. The film features Claire Adams, who is famous for her work with little Frankie Lee of 'The Westerners' and 'The Miracle Man.' The…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-02-14
Summary:

Frank Mayo, and his supporting players were in the screen drama entitled 'Dr. Jim' which will be shown at the World Theatre this weekend. The film directed by William Worthington, written by Eugene B. Lewis based on the original story of Stuart Paton. Other than this, the programme…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-06-09
Summary:

Today, World Theatre is showing the Federal-Pathe photodrama 'The Lure of Egypt.' The photodrama is based on Norma Lorimer's novel 'There was a King in Egypt.' Directed by Howard Hickman, the cast includes Robert McKim, Claire Adams, Joseph J. Dowing [sic], Maude Wayne,…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-05-26 - 1920-05-28
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15, Wilfred Lucas in a brilliant picture play founded on the fine old poem, 'Jim Bludso,' adapted from the poems by the late Hon. John Hay, secretary of State during the McKinley administration. A Story of a steamboat engineer who braves death so that others may…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-01-08
Summary:

Today's attraction at the Coronet Theatre promises to be one of the most interesting feature films which has been presented on the local screen for many a long day. Entitled 'The Master Man,' it shows a combination of intrigue and tragedy. The original story is by F. X. James, and…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-09-22
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-02-07
Summary:

The Family Secret' starred by Baby Peggy, attracted large crowded at the Star Theatre. The story is based on Frances Hodgson Burnett's novel, called 'Edithe's Burglar.' Baby Peggy is likely to take the place of Marie Osborne and Zoe Hay. The picture also starred by…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-09-08 - 1921-09-10
Summary:

Frank Keenan in 'Brothers Divided.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-01-04 - 1923-01-04
Summary:

Frank Keenan in 'The Bells.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-02-08
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-11-26 - 1921-11-29
Summary:

Frank Mayo in 'The Magnificent Brute.'

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Headline: Kowloon Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-08 - 1921-09-10
Summary:

Thursday to Sunday, Frank Keenan in 'Brothers Divided.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-09-08 - 1921-09-10
Summary:

Thursday to Sunday, Frank Keenan in 'Brothers Divided.'