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: 1924-04-30
Summary:

There is not one of the 1,400 seats in the giant structure from which a perfect view of the screen or stage cannot be obtained. Perfect technique is assured for both the silver-sheet and the spoken stage. At 2:15 p.m. tomorrow, the opening performance will be given when admission is by…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-01
Summary:

Hon. Mr. R. H. Kotewall performed the opening ceremony at the Queen's Theatre this afternoon. Mr. Kotewall congratulated Mr. Ma Tsui-chiu upon the fine architectural style of the imposing building and its very comfortable internal arrangements. As cinematograph pictures have a great…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-05-01
Summary:

Queen's Theatre had its opening show this afternoon. It screened the film 'The Hero.' At around half-past two, the Hon. Mr. R. H. Kotewall performed the opening ceremony. H. E. the Governor, Sir R. E. Stubbs, arrived at around three o'clock. Everyone was impressed with the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-01
Summary:

Designed as a theatre for stage plays, and made adaptable for cinematograph entertainments, the Queen's Theatre throws its door open to the public this afternoon amid appropriate ceremonies, which will be attended by H. E. the Governor, accompanied by Hon. Mr. R. H. Kotewall. The plans for…

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Headline: Queen's
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-02
Summary:

The Hon. Mr. Kotewall at Queen's Theatre's opening ceremony made the interesting statement that according to an informant five times as many Chinese attended cinema performances as did those who attended the Chinese theatre. The pious hope that the management would exercise care in the…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-02
Summary:

Queen's Theatre, Hongkong's latest venture to cater for the cinema-loving public was opened with all the eclat which has made the Chinese famous. The pictures shown were mainly of the comedy type. The opening ceremony was performed by Hon. Mr. Kotewall. The palatial building was…

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

With the opening of the Queen's Theatre, Hongkong at last has a theatre in keeping with her progress in other directions. In decoration, ventilation, lighting and general cosiness, this new hall on Queen's Road is far ahead of anything the Colony has of the same nature. The balcony and…

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Headline: Cinema Notes
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-22
Summary:

The Virginian' is to be screened at the Queen's Theatre. 'Something to Think About,' directed by Cecil B. DeMille, starred by Elliott Dexter, will be screened at the Star. Film plot included. 'Kindred of the Dust' opened at Coronet Theatre today. The film starred…

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Headline: Cinema Notes
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-23
Summary:

The Virginians' is to be screened at the Queen's Theatre. Film plot included. 'Something To Think About,' directed by Cecil B. de Mille, was put on at the Star Theatre last night. Gloria Swanson gives a clever performance. 'Kindred of the Dust,' showing at the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-07-03 - 1924-07-05
Summary:

Charles Ray in the Thomas H. Ince production, 'A Village Sleuth,' a Paramount picture. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-07-04 - 1924-07-05
Summary:

Thomas H. Ince presents this Paramount picture. Illustration included. Commencing Sunday July 6th at the Queen's Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-10-06
Summary:

Queen's Theatre is screening 'Forget-Me-Not' starring Gareth Hughes, from today. As a boy lieutenant in the war play 'Moloch,' Mr. Hughes made his first big New York hit. He made a signal hit in A. H. Wood's production of 'The Guilty Man.' Mr. Hughes is…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-11-27
Summary:

The Golden Snare,' a screen version of James Oliver Curwood story, under the direction of David Hartford for release by Associated First National comes to the Queen's Theatre for four days. Lewis S. Stone, who already featured in Curwood's picture included 'The River's…

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Headline: The Queen's
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-02 - 1924-12-02
Summary:

You will remember and not want to forget Alice Lake in 'The Greater Claim,' a Metro picture, by Izola Forrester and Mann Page, scenario by A. S. Le Vino, directed by Wesley Ruggles, directed by Bayard Veiller. Also Miss Bessie Lester, the popular American comedienne. At 5.15 and 9.15 p…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-04
Summary:

The mothering instinct is the most basic in women.' This is how Alice Lake, Metro's little star, explains the enthusiasm with which she acts in her latest picture, 'The Greater Claim,' showing for the last time today at the Queen's Theatre as the feature attraction.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-12-09
Summary:

Long Tack Sam, the world-renown magician, and his troupe of acrobats make their appearance at the Queen's Theatre this evening. They are the most expensive engagement ever made by Mr. H. G. Musgrove of the Tivoli Theatres, Sydney and Melbourne.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-10
Summary:

Hongkong theatre-goers are sure to extend a good reception to Long Tack-sam, the magician, and his troupe of acrobats when they make their first appearance at the Queen's Theatre this evening. Long Tack-sam and his troupe are said to be the most expensive engagement ever made by Mr. H. G.…

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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: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-01-06
Summary:

H. O. Davis presentation of 'The Silent Call,' the Laurence Trimble-Jane Murfin production, released through Associated First National Pictures, Inc., which comes to the Queen's Theatre today. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-01-06
Summary:

From today, Queen's Theatre will be screening an Associated First National Pictures, Inc. 'The Silent Call,' the H. O. Davis' presentation of the Laurence Trimble-Jane Murfin production. The characterization of Strongheart, a Belgian police dog, in the film is impressive. All…