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: 1921-10-25
Summary:

With reference to the Magistracy, a meeting of the Licensing Board will be held in the Council Chamber on Friday. John Johnson Blake applied the theatre License for the World Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-11-04
Summary:

Local kinema concerns seeking theatre liquor licences for their premises need expect little sympathy from the Licensing Board was clear from the proceedings of the annual session this afternoon when an application by Mr. John Johnson Blake in respect of the World Theatre was refused. Court…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-20 - 1921-12-22
Summary:

Today 5.15 p.m. & 9.15 p.m., G. A. [sic] Anderson in 'Naked Hands.' 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., final episode of 'King of Circus' [sic] and 1st episode of 'Great London Mystery.' Booking at Messrs. Mehta & Co.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-20
Summary:

The Modern Method Producing Co. presents the famous player, Mr. G. M. Anderson in 'Naked Hands' which is going to be shown at the World Theatre this afternoon and for two successive days at 5.15 p.m. and 9.15 p.m. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-12-20 - 1921-12-22
Summary:

Today 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., G. A. [sic] Anderson in 'Naked Hands.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., final episodes of 'King of Circus' [sic] and last episode of 'Great London – Mystery' [sic]. Booking at Messrs Mehta and Co., (Tel. 951).

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-01-04
Summary:

Luring Lips,' a Universal photodrama, is now playing at the World Theatre. The theme was written by John A. Moroso. Later, it was purchased by Universal as a starring vehicle for Edith Roberts and adapted to the screen by George Hively. The film was produced under the direction of King…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-01-06
Summary:

A Beggar in Purple,' the Edgar Lewis-Pathe photography, starring John Hargrave, is showing in the World Theatre today. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-26
Summary:

A Kiss in Time,' in which Wanda Hawley and T. Roy Barnes take the leading roles, will be shown at World Theatre this week. There are three well-known comedians supporting Wanda Hawley: T. Barnes, Walter Hiers and Bertram Johns.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-02-10
Summary:

Oh You Women!,' a photoplay presented by Adolph Zukor, is to be screened at the Star Theatre tomorrow. Supporting Ernest Truex in the leading parts were Louise Huff, Anita Loos and John Emerson. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-03-12 - 1923-03-12
Summary:

The Coronet: John Barrymore in 'Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde.' Wed. matinees, 'Baby Mine.' The Star: Tonight only, Bryant Washburn in 'Why Smith Left Home.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-12 - 1923-03-12
Summary:

The Coronet: Today till Wednesday, John Barrymore in 'Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde.' Wednesday matinees, 'Baby Mine.' The Star: Tonight only, Bryant Washburn in 'Why Smith Left Home.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-03-12 - 1923-03-12
Summary:

The Coronet: Today till Wednesday, John Barrymore in 'Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde.' Wednesday, matinee, Baby Mine. The Star: Tonight only, Bryant Washburn in 'Why Smith Left Home.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-03-13 - 1923-03-14
Summary:

The Coronet: John Barrymore in 'Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde.' Wed. matinees, 'Baby Mine.' The Star: Tue. & Wed. at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., Charles Ray in 'Bill Henry.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-04-10
Summary:

Under Two Flags,' the great Universal dramatization of Ouida's famous novel, which comes to the World Theatre tomorrow. The film is directed by Tod Browning, starred by Priscilla Dean, James Kirkwood, John Davidson, Ethel Grey Terry, Stuart Holmes, Burton Law, W. H. Bainbridge, Fred…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-04-12
Summary:

Last night, World Theatre screened the film version of 'Ouida,' entitled 'Under Two Flags' featuring Priscilla Dean who made a comeback after an absence of several months. Produced by Universal and directed by Tod Browning, the film stays original to the novel. Even for Miss…

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

An epic tale of surging passion sweeping from the wide plains of the Argentine, through the fascinating frivolities of pre-war Paris, into the blazing turmoil of the German invasion of Northern France, will be unfolded on Monday at the Star Theatre, Kowloon, in 'The Four Horsemen of the…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-05-18
Summary:

World Theatre is screening Realart picture entitled 'Too Much Wife' starring Wanda Hawley. Author Lorna Moon and scenarist Percy Heath have furnished the topic of marriage with humour. The supporting cast includes T. Roy Barnes, Arthur Hoyt, Lillian Langdon, Willard Louis and '…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-05-21
Summary:

Three of the more serious dramas in the Courtneidge-Holloway Company's repertoire have been chosen for presentation during their three nights' session at the Star Theatre in Kowloon. Their opening piece will be Sir Arthur Pinero's famous drama 'The Second Mrs. Tanqueray,…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-10-17
Summary:

The Little 'Fraid Lady,' starring Mae Marsh, is opened at the World Theatre today. The film is Marsh's first Robertson-Cole super-special picture, which is directed by John G. Adolfi. Director believes Marsh has the most effective role of her career. The dramatic opportunities…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-10-17
Summary:

Beginning today for a run of three days, World Theatre is going to screen the new Robertson-Cole production 'The Little 'Fraid Lady' starring Mae Marsh. The story is adapted from Marjorie Benton Cooke's popular novel, 'The Girl Who Lived in the Woods' and directed…