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: 1925-01-16
Summary:

Gloria Swanson starred in 'Beyond the Rocks,' her Paramount picture showing at the Queen's Theatre this week. Rodolp [sic] Valentino is the leading man. Sam Wood is the director. Film plot included. The Manila Vaudeville Company also presented a fine show with Misses Miami, Dimple…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-16
Summary:

Gloria Swanson showed marked propensities as a practical joker during the filming of 'Beyond the Rocks,' her new Paramount Picture showing at the Queen's Theatre this week when she made Rudolph Valentino, her leading man, the butt of a practical joke which caused hearty laughter.…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-01-20
Summary:

Coronet Theatre will be screening 'My American Wife' featuring Gloria Swanson and Antonio Moreno who will be remembered for his performance in Pathe films with Irene Castle and Pearl White. Film synopsis included. Besides 'My American Wife,' Charlie Chaplin will be featured…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-20
Summary:

Today, Gloria Swanson comes to the Coronet in an unusual picture, which should have a fascination for racing folk in addition to the admirers of Chicago's film idol. It is not often that we see a young American girl so infatuated with racing as to make it her predominant hobby. It is at the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-23
Summary:

Gloria Swanson is the star featured in 'Something to Think About' for the rest of the week at the Star Theatre, Kowloon.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-04-29
Summary:

Don't Change Your Husband,' in which Gloria Swanson plays the leading role, is the current attraction at the Kowloon Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-05-01
Summary:

Don't Change Your Husband' comes to the Coronet Theatre this evening. It is a Paramount picture with Gloria Swanson in the leading role.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-05-01
Summary:

Don't Change Your Husband' comes to Coronet Theatre this evening, an entertaining Paramount picture with Gloria Swanson in the leading role.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-21
Summary:

My American Wife' has been shown at the Coronet. It is good and refreshing to see a good 'racy' picture – 'racy' in the sporting sense of the term, particularly as the public mind will soon be filled with gossip over the chances of the ponies at the Hongkong Jockey Club…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-04-22 - 1922-04-22
Summary:

Today to Monday, 24th, see Gloria Swanson with an all-star cast in the special super-production, 'For Better, for Worse.' Picture included.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-09-16 - 1924-09-16
Summary:

Commencing today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Gloria Swanson in 'Her Gilded Cage,' a Paramount picture. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-09-13 - 1924-09-13
Summary:

A Sam Wood production, Gloria Swanson in 'Her Gilded Cage,' supported by a brilliant cast. Illustration included.

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Headline: Cinema Notes
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-24
Summary:

The Virginian' [sic], the Preferred Picture production, will be on at the Queen's Theatre till Monday. 'Something to Think About,' starred by Gloria Swanson, will be on for the last time at the Star tonight. 'Kindred of the Dust' will be screened at the Coronet for…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-09-18
Summary:

Last night, Coronet Theatre screened the Paramount attraction 'Her Gilded Cage' starring Gloria Swanson. The film is produced by Sam Wood and exhibits Miss Swanson emerging from conventional fashion creations.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-01-22
Summary:

Second last day of 'My American Wife' at the Coronet. The picture starred by Gloria Swanson and Antonio Moreno. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-02-22
Summary:

A few criticisms are listed regarding the ways to make films between American and British. Gloria Swanson and William Farnum were mentioned as examples.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-08-03
Summary:

The Queen's Theatre opened on Saturday under the management of Hongkong Amusements Ltd. The principal attraction was Gloria Swanson in 'Zaza,' with in addition to a highly diverting Mack Sennett comedy.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-01-16
Summary:

Last night, Queen's Theatre screened 'Beyond the Rocks' featuring Gloria Swanson and Rodolph [sic] Valentino. The Manila vaudeville Company also opened their season at the Queen's Theatre.

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-01-15 - 1925-01-17
Summary:

Manila Vaudeville Co. presents Misses Miami, Dimple and Millie, Messrs Dick and Raymond. Gloria Swanson and Rudolph Valentino in 'Beyond the Rocks,' the most gorgeous love drama ever filmed.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-04-21
Summary:

The World Theatre is presenting 'For Better, For Worse,' starring Elliott Dexter and Gloria Swanson. The film was directed by Cecil B. DeMille.