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: 1924-12-10
Summary:

Another Warner Brothers Classic of the Screen is scheduled to appear at the World Theatre for four days' run commencing today. This is 'The Gold Digger,' featuring Hope Hampton, an adaptation of the David Belasco stage play of the same name. When Mr. Belasco read the scenario for…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-04-13
Summary:

Stardust,' a First National attraction, opened at the Queen's Theatre on Saturday. Hope Hampton is the star. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-04-13
Summary:

Queen's Theatre started screening the First National six-reel attraction 'Stardust' starring Hope Hampton, on Saturday. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-04-11
Summary:

Stardust,' a First National attraction, will be shown at the Queen's Theatre today. Hope Hampton is the star and Hobart Henley is the director. Story is based on Fanny [sic] Hurst's novel. Anthony Paul Kelly having prepared the scenario. Other cast included James Rennie, Noel…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-10-01 - 1925-10-03
Summary:

Tonight till Saturday, Hope Hampton and Lowell Sherman in 'The Truth About Women.'

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-04-11 - 1925-04-13
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15, Sunday at 6 and 9.15, Hope Hampton in 'Stardust,' a First National attraction. Coming here soon, Carter, the world-renown magician and his famous troupe of entertainers.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-10-01 - 1925-10-03
Summary:

Tonight till Saturday, Hope Hampton and Lowells Herman [sic] in 'The Truth About Women.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-04-13
Summary:

Stardust,' the First National attraction, starring Hope Hampton, which opened at the Queen's Theatre on Saturday, has been drawing large attendances at every performance since the engagement began and promises to be one of the most successful photoplays of the year. Film synopsis…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-10-01 - 1925-10-03
Summary:

Tonight till Saturday, Hope Hampton and Lowell Sherman in 'The Truth About Women.' Film reviews from New York World and New York Sun included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-09-23
Summary:

The Land of Hope,' a Realart play starring Alice Brady, was shown at the World Theatre last night. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-08-09
Summary:

The Star is showing 'Bob Hampton of Placer' today. The title role is taken by James Kirkwood, and another favourite in the picture is Wesley 'Freckles' Barry.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-07-02
Summary:

Bob Hampton of Placer' is now showing at the Coronet. It is produced by Marshall Neilan, starred by Wesley 'Freckles' Barry, James Kirkwood, Noah Beery and Marjorie Daw.

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-04-13 - 1925-04-13
Summary:

Today, last performance at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Hope Hampton in 'Stardust,' suggested by Fannie Hurst's famous novel, a First National attraction. Coming here soon, Carter, the world-renowned magician and his famous troupe of entertainers.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-12-08 - 1925-12-08
Summary:

Today only as Queen's, Richard Barthelmess in 'The Bond Boy.' Today and tomorrow at the Star, Hope Hampton in 'The Light in the Dark.' Today only at the World, House Peters in 'Raffles.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-07-02
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is currently screening 'Bob Hampton of Placer.' The film is produced by Marshall Neilan and is getting widespread appreciation from the audience. The film is gaining popularity for its spectacular scenes, top-notch performance by James Kirkwood, Noah Beery and Marjorie…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-06-29 - 1923-06-29
Summary:

Wesley Barry was great in 'Go and Get It' and in 'Dirty.' He surpasses himself in 'Bob Hampton of Placer.' Plot and signature of H. W. Ray included.

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-04-11 - 1925-04-13
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Sunday at 6.00 and 9.15 p.m., a First National attraction, presented by Hobert Henley Productions, Hope Hampton in 'Stardust,' suggested by Fannie Hurst's famous novel. Coming here soon, Carter, the great magician and his famous troupe of entertainers…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-12-08 - 1925-12-08
Summary:

Queen's: Today only, Richard Barthelmess in 'The Bond Boy' and ‘Our Gang' in 'The Champeen.' Star: Today and tomorrow, Hope Hampton in 'The Light in the Dark.' World: Today only, House Peters in 'Raffles.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-06-29
Summary:

One of the most picturesque chapters of American frontier history is revived on the screen in Marshall Neilan's picture version of Randall Parrish's stirring story, 'Bob Hampton of Placer,' which comes to the Coronet Theatre tomorrow. The cast includes James Kirkwood, Wesley…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-04-10 - 1925-04-10
Summary:

Today, positively last shows at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., see Jewel Carmen in 'Nobody.' Tomorrow at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Hope Hampton in 'Stardust,' from Fannie Hurst's famous novel.