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: 1922-05-27
Summary:

London, May 13 – Prime Minister's favourite films are introduced. It is stated that the Premier often makes arrangements for a private cinema. Besides, it is believed that the Premier is in favour of comedy and drama. His favourite variety of film is comedy, and Charlie Chaplin has an…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-01-18 - 1923-01-19
Summary:

The Coronet: Tonight till Sat., George Arliss in 'Disraeli.' Sun., Viola Dana in 'Blackmail.' Kowloon Theatre: Tonight and tomorrow, Harold Lloyd in 'High & Dizzy,' and Mable Normand in 'The Floor Below.' Sat. & Sun., Charlie Chaplin in 'The…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-01-18 - 1923-01-20
Summary:

The Coronet: Tonight till Saturday, George Arliss in 'Disraeli.' Sunday, Viola Dana in 'Blackmail.' Kowloon Theatre: Tonight and tomorrow, Harold Lloyd in 'High and Dizzy' and Mabel Normand in 'The Floor Below.' Saturday and Sunday, Charlie Chaplin in…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-01-18 - 1923-01-19
Summary:

The Coronet: Tonight till Saturday, George Arliss in Disraeli. Sunday, Viola Dana in Blackmail. Kowloon Theatre: Tonight and tomorrow, Harold Lloyd in High and Dizzy and Mabel Normand in The Floor Below. Saturday and Sunday, Charlie Chaplin in The Idle Class.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-01-20 - 1923-01-20
Summary:

The Coronet: Tonight till Sat., George Arliss in 'Disraeli.' Sun., Viola Dana in 'Blackmail.' Kowloon Theatre: Sat. & Sun., Charlie Chaplin in 'The Idle Class,' and 'Flower and the North.' Price details included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-01-20 - 1923-01-20
Summary:

The Coronet: Tonight (Saturday), George Arliss in Disraeli. Sunday, Viola Dana in Blackmail. Kowloon Theatre, Saturday and Sunday, Charlie Chaplin in 'The Idle Class' and 'Flower of the North.' Matinee, 80 cents and 40 cents; soiree, $1.50 and 80 cents.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-12-07
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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-07-17 - 1924-07-22
Summary:

Commencing tomorrow, 'The Sheik,' with Agnes Ayres and Rudolph Valentino, a George Melford production, a Paramount picture. July 17-18 Remarks: Illustration included. July 18-19 & 21 Remarks: Commencing today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. only. Increased prices, $2 and $1. At 2.30 & 7.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-07-19 - 1924-07-21
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15, tomorrow at 6 and 9.15, Jesse L. Lasky presents 'The Sheik,' with Agnes Ayres and Rudolph Valentino, a George Melford production, Paramount picture. Increased prices: $2.00 and $1.00. Today at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. only, May Allison in 'The Walk-Offs' and…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-06-06 - 1925-06-11
Summary:

Starting Thursday next, Gilbert E. Gable presents a George D. Baker production, 'Slave of Desire,' adapted from the immortal story by Balzac, with George Walsh, Bessie Love and Carmel Myers, distributed by Goldwyn-Cosmopolitan. Illustration and plot included.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-06-10 - 1925-06-13
Summary:

Starting tomorrow, 5.15 and 9.15, Goldwyn presents Honoré de Balzac's famous story, 'Slave of Desire' with George Walsh, Bessie Love and Carmel Myers. June 11 & 12 Remarks: Every Thursday to Saturday, Ruth Roland in 'Ruth of the Range.' Every Sunday to Wednesday,…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-10 - 1925-06-12
Summary:

Starting tomorrow at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., the photoplay magnificent, Goldwyn presents Honore de Balzac's famous story, 'Slave of Desire' with George Walsh, Bessie Love and Carmel Myers.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-11 - 1925-06-12
Summary:

Today till Sunday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Goldwyn presents 'Slave of Desire,' with George Walsh, Bessie Love, Carmel Myers and a great cast, adapted from the great Honore de Balzac's immortal story. Time Table for our 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. shows: every Thursday to Saturday, Ruth…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-11 - 1925-06-11
Summary:

Today till Sunday at 5.15 and 9.15, Gilbert E. Gable presents a George D. Baker production, 'Slave of Desire,' adapted from the immortal story by Balzac, with George Walsh, Bessie Love, Carmel Myers, directed by George D. Baker, distributed by Goldwyn-Cosmopolitan. Illustration…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-06-11 - 1925-06-12
Summary:

Today till Sunday at 5.15 and 9.15, Goldwyn presents 'Slave of Desire' with George Walsh, Bessie Love, Carmel Myers and a great cast, adapted from the immortal story by Balzac. At 2.30 and 7.15, every Thursday to Saturday, Ruth Roland in 'Ruth of the Range'; every Sunday to…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-06-12
Summary:

Last night, World Theatre screened 'Slave of Desire' featuring Bessie Love, Carmel Myres and George Walsh. The film is a screen version of Honore de Balzac's story 'Magic Skin.' The film stays true to the original story. The supporting cast includes William Orlamond,…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-12
Summary:

There was shown at the World Theatre last night a screen version of Balzac novel which is sure to delight patrons of the films. It is called 'Slave of Desire' and has been adapted from one of Honore de Balzac's most famous novels, 'The Magic Skin.' Film synopsis included…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-13 - 1925-06-13
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. and tomorrow at 6.00 and 9.15 p.m., Goldwyn presents Honore de Balzac's immortal novel, 'Slave of Desire' with George Walsh, Bessie Love, Camel Myers, etc. Starting Monday next, the latest screen sensation, 'The Temporary Marriage,' co-…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-13 - 1925-06-13
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. and tomorrow at 6.00 and 9.15 p.m., 'Slave of Desire' with George Walsh, Bessie Love, Camel Myers, etc. Starting Monday, the latest screen sensation, 'The Temporary Marriage,' co-starring Mildred Davis and Kenneth Harlan. Starting tomorrow at 2.30…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-06-13
Summary:

World Theatre is screening 'Slave of Desire' which was made at Goldwyn studio for distribution by Goldwyn-Cosmopolitan. The film is Charles Whittaker's adaptation of Honore de Balzac's story 'Magic Skin.' Gilbert E. Gable, president of Achievement Films, Inc., and…