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: 1925-01-22
Summary:

Time was when history took a backseat in the hearts of school children. It was presented to them by old-fashioned methods. Today, there is no reason why all school children should not simply love history. They have a big help in the cinema, which is constantly presenting pictures full of…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-01-23
Summary:

My American Wife,' the Paramount picture, is having final screening at the Coronet. The picture is starred by Gloria Swanson and Antonio Moreno. Film plot included. Tomorrow has been reserved for historical film 'When Knighthood was in Flower,' a story of the days of King Henry…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-01-27
Summary:

When Knighthood Was in Flower,' starring Marion Davies, taken from the romantic novel by Charles Major, is being shown at the Coronet Theatre. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-27
Summary:

The wonderful historical picture at the Coronet, 'When Knighthood Was in Flower,' is a screen version of Charles Major's famous historical novel. The principal roles are played by Marion Davies and Forrest Stanley, and the supporting cast is strong. A fine portrayal of Henry VIII…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-28
Summary:

The season of 'When Knighthood Was in Flower' comes to a close at the Coronet today. It has been seen by some of the best education authorities in the Colony. English history is certainly one of the subjects in the average scholastic curriculum that makes for maximum marks, and the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-05-12
Summary:

Richard Barthelmess in his second starring venture to be distributed by Associated First National Pictures, Inc., 'The Seventh Day,' will be the attraction at the Queen's Theatre tomorrow. The young star has a different role from his part in 'Tol'able David.' Frank…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-05-15 - 1925-05-15
Summary:

Today only at all shows, Richard Barthelmess in 'The Seventh Day,' directed by Henry King of 'Tol'able David' fame. Also His Rascals in 'Stage Fright,' an 'Our Gang' comedy in 2 parts. Tomorrow at all shows, 'The Fatal Hour,' with an all-…

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Headline: The Queen's
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-03 - 1925-06-04
Summary:

Richard Barthelmess and Henry King make 'Sonny' as fine an achievement as 'Tol'able David' showing Friday, June 5th.

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-05 - 1925-06-05
Summary:

Today and tomorrow, June 5th and 6th at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Richard Barthelmess, the star of 'Tol'able David' in 'Sonny,' directed by Henry King of 'Tol'able David' and 'The White Sister' fame. Also Lucille Anderson in latest dances and comedy.…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-06 - 1925-06-06
Summary:

Today only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Richard Barthelmess, the star of 'Tol'able David' in 'Sonny,' directed by Henry King. Also Lucille Anderson in latest dances and comedy acts. Tomorrow at 6.00, 7.15 and 9.15, Richard Barthelmess in 'Sonny' in 7 parts.

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-08 - 1925-06-08
Summary:

Today only at all shows, First National Pictures presents Richard Barthelmess in George V. Hobart's remarkable drama of motherless-manhood, directed by Henry King of 'Tol'able David' and 'The White Sister' fame, 'Sonny.' Also Screen Snapshots No. 8, '…