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: 1919-05-19 - 1919-05-19
Summary:

1. 'The Symbol of Sacrifice,' in 7 parts (10,000 feet) produced by African Film Productions Ltd and dealing with Zulu War; 2. 'A Turf Conspiracy,' a Broadwest all-British super-productions on Nat Gould's novel and featuring England's foremost cinema stars, Violet…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-10-30
Summary:

A meeting of the Hongkong Board of Education was held yesterday at the Sanitary Board room. It mentioned that Mr Bird, acting headmaster of Queen's College, had written to Mr. Mackintosh, asking him if it was possible for the boys to go to see pictures which would be given in conjunction…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-02-05
Summary:

The Cosmopolitan production of 'The Wild Goose,' released by Paramount, will be shown at the Star tonight. In addition to the film attraction, Professor Topaz will electrify those present with the weird and wonderful music he can extract from a banjo.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-11-13
Summary:

The special production will be revealed at the Coronet on Sunday next. Mme. Nazimova is seen as the star in this production, 'Eye for Eye,' a story based on Henry Kistemaeker's drama. The cast included Charles Bryant, Donald Gallagher, Sally Crute and E. L. Fernandez.

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

The Gold Rush,' the new Charlie Chaplin production showing at the Queen's Theatre today. Plot and production details included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-06-11
Summary:

The play 'Milestones' by Arnold Bennett and Edward Knoblock, was first produced by Frank Vernon under the direction of Messrs Vedremie and Eadie at the Royal Theatre, London, March 5, 1912. The present screen version is offered masterly by Samuelson Film Manufacturing Co. Ltd (an all…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-23 - 1924-05-24
Summary:

Today to 26th May, B. P. Schulberg presents 'The Virginian,' a Tom Forman production, Preferred Pictures. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-22 - 1924-05-26
Summary:

May 23rd to 26th, 'The Virginian,' a Tom Forman production, Preferred Pictures. Illustration included. May 26 Remarks: Presented by B. P. Schulberg.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-04-10
Summary:

Tomorrow, World Theatre is going to screen Universal-Jewel production entitled 'Under Two Flags' featuring Priscilla Dean. The film is based on Ouida's famous novel. The entire team of Universal City participating in the production lived in Algerian atmosphere where the action…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-07-11
Summary:

Last night, Star Theatre presented the Italian Grand Opera Company's production of Rossini's three-act opera 'Barbiere di Siviglia.' Although being a comic opera with dialogues which loss effect on account of the language, the play was well sustained. The play featured Signor…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-02-16
Summary:

A beautiful production in five parts, directed by Thomas Heffron and entitled 'Mountain Dew' is being screened at the Hongkong Theatre tonight. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-10-22
Summary:

Woman to Woman' which is showing at the Queen's Theatre today is one of the best pictures produced in London that has come to Hongkong. It compares favourably with the best American productions. Perhaps the biggest feature of the picture is the lavish interior sets and the striking…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-11-05
Summary:

The Shell Game' is another remarkable Metro production. It was screened at the Coronet last night to a good audience when an additional attraction was provided in the string hand from the s.s. Colombia. Another acceptable item in last night's programme was a Rolin comedy in which the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-08-21
Summary:

Nanook of the North, the big Pathe feature now showing at the Coronet, is in every way a really fine production. It is the first motion picture depicting the actual life of the Eskimo. The picture was made by Robert J. Flattery [sic], engineer and explorer of Sir William MacKenzie's…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-03-21
Summary:

Hongkong Philharmonic Society presented 'The Gondoliers,' at the Theatre Royal. Despite bad weather, a large audience came up and appreciated the performance which was under the direction of Mr. Stanley Collott. Mr. W. G. Wheller was responsible for the proper presentation of the work…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-08-01
Summary:

Matheson Lang, supported by a European cast of well-known members of both the stage and screen in the most dramatic and specular role of his highly successful career in the super-production film 'Carnival,' will appear today at the World Theatre. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-08-02
Summary:

Below the Dead Line,' commencing at the Star today, is pure melodrama, but the story is given dignity. Film synopsis included. J.B. Warner, as the Donovan of the police, and Bert Sprotte as the gang leader, are two main roles. Lillian Biron's attractive personality in this film is…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-05-25
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Headline: Star Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-15 - 1923-03-15
Summary:

Tonight till Saturday, a Cosmopolitan production, 'The Cinema Murder,' by E. Phillips Oppenheim. Illustration included.