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: 1921-08-12 - 1921-08-13
Summary:

Friday, 12th to Sunday, 14th August at 9.15 p.m. only, Triangle Plays presents Dorothy Dalton in a Thomas H. Ince Production, 'The Flame of the Yukon,' a most gripping and entertaining picture. 5.15 p.m., matinees: Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday, 'Vengeance of the Wilds.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-25
Summary:

To the Editor S. C. M. Post – The admission charge to the World Theatre for the Dempsey-Carpentier fight, is not just a 'slight increase.' The usual admission fee is $1.00, but the price of admission for the event is $2.00.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-09
Summary:

As a Man Thinks,' featuring Leah Baird, will be shown at the World Theatre. It is the first of a series of pictures adapted from the successful stage play of Augustus Thomas. Henry Clive portrays the role of husband, while Mlle. Elaine Amazar acts as the artist's model. Others in the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-25
Summary:

Taken from H. V. Esmond's stage play, scenario by Adrian Gil-Spear, directed by Emile Chautard and the leading character acted by Elsie Ferguson, the comedy drama 'Under the Greenwood Tree' is to appear at the World Theatre tonight. Film synopsis included.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-01 - 1921-12-01
Summary:

Commencing Friday, 2nd December, C. R. McCauley Photoplays Inc. presents Bernard Durning in 'Seeds of Vengeance.' Picture included.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-09 - 1921-12-10
Summary:

On Monday, December 12th at 9.15 p.m., by special request, Captain E. R. G. R. Evans, C. B., D. S. O., R. N., will tell the story of Captain Scott's last Antarctic expedition. Admission: $2.00, $1.50 and $1.00. Booking at Messrs Mehta and Co. (Tel. 951.)

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-12 - 1921-12-12
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., Captain E. R. G. R. Evans, C. B., D. S. O., R. N., will tell the story of Captain Scott's last Antarctic expedition. Admission: $2.00, $1.50 and $1.00. Booking at Messrs Mehta and Co. (Tel. 951.) 5.15 p.m. performances, Olive Thomas in 'Love's Prisoner…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-13
Summary:

A thrilling story of struggle and hardship was told by Capt. E. R. G. R. Evans, to a crowded audience at the World Theatre last night when he lectured on that memorable and gallant last Antarctic expedition of Capt. R. F. Scott, under whom he served as second in command. The lecture was…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-01-06
Summary:

A Beggar in Purple,' an Edgar Lewis-Pathe photoplay, will be the feature attraction at the World Theatre for four days. It is an adaption of the famous novel written by Andrew Soutar. Besides, it will be remembered that 'Other Men's Shoes,' a previous Edgar Lewis success, was…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-01-13
Summary:

The Bandbox,' starring Doris Kenyon, the Deitrich-Back, Inc., production of Louis Joseph Vance's story, comes to the World Theatre. Meanwhile, the film is directed by R. William Neill, and Kenyon is supported by Alexander Gaden, Gretchen Hartman, Walter, Weston, Edward Keppler, Logan…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-02-07 - 1922-02-09
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. performances, Ethel Clayton in the new adaption for the screen of C. M. S. McLellan's 'Leah Kleschna,' 'The Girl Who Came Back.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, 10 and 11 episodes of 'Diamond Queen' featuring Eileen Sedgwick.…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-02-23 - 1922-02-23
Summary:

Commencing Friday, 24th, Louise Glaum in 'Sex,' a tremendous emotional drama by C. Gardner Sullivan, directed by Fred Niblo.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-02-23 - 1922-02-25
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., by C. Gardner Sullivan, directed by Fred Niblo, 'Sex.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, George B. Seitz in 'Velvet Fingers,' episodes 10 and 11. Usual prices. Booking at the theatre. February 25 Remarks: Sunday matinee at 6 p.m. sharp, Lila Lee in…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-02-24 - 1922-02-27
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Louise Glaum in 'Sex,' by C. Gardner Sullivan, directed by Fred Niblo. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, George B. Seitz in 'Velvet Fingers' episodes 10 and 11. Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-03-28 - 1922-03-30
Summary:

Today at 5.15 p.m. and 9.15 p.m., 'The Cast-Off,' a six-part picture made by Thomas H. Ince, featuring Bessie Barriscale. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, Ben Wilson and Neva Gerber in 'Branded Four,' episodes 6 and 7. Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-03-28
Summary:

The Cast Off,' a photoplay from Ince's production, will be screened today at the World Theatre. The photoplay is written by C. Gardner Sullivan. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-04-11 - 1922-04-13
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Thomas H. Ince presents Enid Bennett in 'Partners Three.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, Ben Wilson and Neva Gerber in 'Branded Four' episodes 10 and 11. Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-04-17 - 1922-04-17
Summary:

Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, H. B. Warner in 'For a Woman's Honor,' a thrilling drama of blackmail, oriental intrigue and romance.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-04-17 - 1922-04-17
Summary:

Today at 5.15 sharp and 9.15 p.m., 'For a Woman's Honor' starring H. B. Warner. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Art Acord in 'The White Horseman' episodes 10 and 11. Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-04-18 - 1922-04-19
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'For a Woman's Honour' starring H. B. Warner. 2.30 p.m. and 7.15 p.m., Ben Wilson and Neva Gerber in 'Branded Four' episodes 12 and 13. Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.