A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-09-09
Summary:

At the World Theatre is being screened one of the most powerful dramas seen on the film, entitled 'As a Man Thinks.' Leah Baird is in the principal role and the film was made under the direction of Mr. George Irving. The screening is an adaptation of the original stage play by Augustus…

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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: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-09-10
Summary:

As a Man Thinks,' a Four Star production featuring Leah Baird, Henry Clive, Mile. Elaine Amazar, Betty Howe, Warburton Gamble, Alexander Herbert and Charles C. Brandt, will be shown at the World Theatre on Saturday.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-09-19
Summary:

Pathe's latest star, Emmy Wehlen, will take the leading role in the special attraction coming to the World Theatre under the title of 'Lifting Shadows.' The run of this famous film begins on Friday next. Henri Ardel is the author of the story.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-10-12
Summary:

The Westerners,' which was the principal attraction at the World Theatre last night, is a picturization of Stewart Edward White's famous novel of the same name, produced by Benjamin B. Hampton for Great Authors Picture, Inc. and enacted by screen artists as Roy Stewart, Mildred Manning…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-02-21 - 1922-02-26
Summary:

The Year's Biggest Motion Picture!' Written by C. Gardner Sullivan and directed by Fred Niblo. All star cast including Myrtle Stedman, Peggy Pearce, William Conkin and Irving Cummings. Usual prices. February 21 Remarks: Teaser ad. The ads didn't mention the theatre's name,…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-02-24
Summary:

Sex' is being shown in the World Theatre tonight. The film was produced by J. Parker Read Jr. and directed by Fred Niblo. Louise Glaum is the leading star. Glaum had been starred in 'Sahara' and 'The Lone Wolf Daughter' [sic]. Other supporting cast included Irving…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-05-24 - 1922-05-26
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., H. B. Warner in 'When We Were Twenty-One,' adapted from Nat Goodwin's famous stage success. Henry King, Director; H. V. Esmond, Author.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-05-25
Summary:

When We Were Twenty-one,' in which H. B. Warner is starring, is going to be screened at the World Theatre. The film is a photoplay version of H. V. Esmond's stage drama. Besides, a splendid cast has been assembled by Director Henry King. Details as follow: Mr. Warner plays Nat Goddwin…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-05-25
Summary:

H. B. Warner is presented at the World Theatre on Friday, May 26th in a picturization of the stage play by H. V. Esmond, 'When We Were Twenty-One.' He is given support of James Morrison, Claire Anderson and Christine Mayo. It is a Jesse D. Hampton-Pathe feature and enjoys the…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-05-25
Summary:

World Theatre is going to screen 'When We Were Twenty-one,' starring H.B. Warner, on Friday. The photoplay is directed by Henry King and is produced by Jesse D. Hampton for Pathe distribution. The cast also includes James W. Morrison, Claire Anderson, Christine Mayo, Minna Grey and…

12
Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-07-18
Summary:

The Man Who Lost Himself.' The first of a series of Selznick Pictures featuring William Faversham, from a book by H. de Vere Stacpole [sic], will be shown at the World Theatre. Other cast included Hedda Hooper.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-11-01 - 1922-11-04
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., William Fox special production, Pearl White in 'The Thief,' in 7 reels. Prices of admission: 9.15 p.m. Performances - $1.2 & 80 cents; 5.15 p.m. Matinees – 70 & 50 cents. November 1-2 Remarks: On page 7, another ad. will photo. The…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-11-04 - 1922-11-04
Summary:

Today only, last shows Henri Bernstein's 'The Thief' featuring Pearl White. From Sunday till Tuesday, Owen Moore in 'The Chicken in the Case.'

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-11-04 - 1922-11-04
Summary:

Today only, last shows, Henri Bernstein's 'The Thief' featuring Pearl White. From Sunday till Tuesday, Owen Moore in 'The Chicken in the Case.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-01-03
Summary:

World Theatre is going to screen Jules Eckert Godman's [sic] play 'Just Outside the Door,' featuring Edith Haller, directed by Geo [sic] Irving. The combination of star, author, director and players make this production satisfactory for the patrons of the theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-05-23
Summary:

According to Henry King, director of Pauline Frederick's latest Robertson-Cole super-special production, 'The Mistress of Shenstone,' adapted from the novel by Florence Barclay, and which opens at the World Theatre on 24th inst., the day of 'repressive' acting has…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-05-24 - 1923-05-24
Summary:

Robertson-Cole presents Pauline Frederick in 'The Mistress of Shenstone' by Florence Barclay, directed by Henry King. Three days only. Beginning today. Illustration included.

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Headline: At the World
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-06-20 - 1923-06-23
Summary:

From Thursday, the 21st inst., round 7 ('Young King Cole') of 'The New Leather Pushers featuring Reginald Denny. June 23 Remarks: 'Modern Husbands,' starring Henry B. Walthall. Also watch for round 8 ('He Raised Kane').

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-06-21 - 1923-06-23
Summary:

Thur. 21st to Sat. 23rd June at 5.15 & 9.15 p.m., Henry B. Walthall in 'Modern Husbands,' The New 'Leather Pushers' Round 7 (Young King Cole) featuring Reginald Denny. At 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., Charles Hutchison in 'Go-Get-'Em Hutch,' Thur. & Fri., epis…