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: 1921-09-26
Summary:

A review on film 'Passers-By,' which was screened in Coronet. The film was starred by Herbert Rawlinson and Leila Valentine.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-12-29 - 1920-12-31
Summary:

Tonight, Ann Pennington in 'Sunshine Nan' 5 parts. Billy West in 'The Scholar.' Burton Holmes Travel No. 1150.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-02-29
Summary:

Herbert Rawlinson is to be seen in a role far afield from the type in which he is so well-known, at the Coronet. The Universal star makes his bow to the motion picture public in the role of a knight of the squared circle. The title of the play is 'The Victor.' Film plot included. The…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-11-20 - 1925-11-21
Summary:

Virginia Valli with Forrest Stanley, Holmes Herbert, Margaret Livingston, George Fawcett and Priscilla Moran in 'Up the Ladder,' from Owen Davis' big Broadway hit, directed by Edward Sloman, a Universal-Jewel picture. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-01-30
Summary:

Alice Brady's latest picture, 'The Death Dance,' is being shown at the World Theatre. In turn, Alice Brady is supported by H. E. Herbert. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-01-30
Summary:

A thrilling drama with the above title, in which Miss Alice Brady figures in the principal role, is now attracting large audiences at the World Theatre. Other starring included H. E. Herbert.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-09-13
Summary:

At the Hongkong Theatre is showing a fine comedy in two acts, in which Charlie Chaplin leads the role in 'The Adventurer.' This is followed by a magnificent drama, 'Eve's Daughter,' featuring Billie Burke. The programme concludes with interesting scenes from Burton…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-09-13
Summary:

At the Hongkong Theatre a comedy 'The Adventurer' featuring Charlie Chaplin, is now being screened, also a magnificent drama 'Eve's Daughter,' featuring Billie Burke. Interesting scenes from Burton Holmes' Travel No. 1169 complete the programme.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-11-15 - 1923-11-15
Summary:

A brilliant steady picture 9 feet by 12 feet at a distance of 60 feet. This is what the Holmes Projector is capable of giving. There is no other similar machine capable of producing the same result. The price of the Holmes is $525; the sole agents are Hongkong Amusements, Ltd.

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Headline: Upside Down'
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-09-12
Summary:

World Theatre is screening 'Upside Down,' featuring Taylor Holmes.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-11-01
Summary:

One of the most successful photo-plays ever produced by Thomas H. Ince is 'A Family Skeleton' in which is featured that popular artist Charles Ray. This five-reeled picture had tremendous success in the States and will be screened at the Hongkong Theatre tomorrow night until Friday.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-07-06 - 1922-07-06
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, 'The Woman and the Puppet' in 7 reels. Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9.15 p.m., your last chance of seeing delightful Madge Kennedy in 'Friend Husband.' Also Jimmy Aubrey in 'The Tourist' and a Burton Holmes travelogue…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-11-02
Summary:

One of the latest and most successful stunts worked by Thomas H. Ince paramount attraction is the film entitled 'A Family Skeleton' wherein Charles Ray features in the principal role, and it will be screened in Hongkong Theatre. While Charlies Chaplin's 'Shanghaied' and…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-11-14
Summary:

The attraction at the Queen's Theatre commencing today is John Barrymore in Sherlock Holmes. This should prove a very interesting film.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1908-07-06
Summary:

Tonight an excellent film showing 'one of the most important captures of Sherlock Holmes' will be exhibited at the Victoria Cinematograph for three days.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-02-04 - 1924-02-05
Summary:

Make no mistake, the best machine for showing pictures in the home is the Holmes Projector. Perfectly safe! Easily portable! Strongly made! Cheap and efficient!

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-09-07 - 1915-09-09
Summary:

Amazing programme: Hullo, Is That You Bill?, Yes; Also screening of 'Sherlock Holmes' and 'Wiffles'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-05-13
Summary:

Mr. Burton Holmes of the Burton Holmes Education Films arrived yesterday, by the s.s. President Taft and is staying at the Repulse Bay Hotel, having on view the selection of suitable subjects for filming.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-07-04
Summary:

The famous moving picture magnate, Mr. Burton Holmes, well-known throughout filmland as the author of 'Travellogues' [sic], will be in Hongkong shortly.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-29 - 1924-01-29
Summary:

Thread up the film. Turn on the switch and watch with pleasure and without eye strain the beautifully brilliant picture presented by the Holmes Projector. Price complete $525 of Hongkong Amusements, Ltd.