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: 1921-09-23
Summary:

The World Theatre provided screening of 'Lifting Shadow,' starring Emmy Wehlen, Stuart Holmes, Wyndham Standing, Julia Swayne Gordon. The film was produced and directed by Leonce Perret. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-09-23 - 1921-09-26
Summary:

Friday, 23rd to Monday, 26th at 9.15 p.m., a Pathe special production 'Lifting Shadows' with Emmy Wehlen, Wyndham Standing, Stuart Holmes and Julia Swayne Gordon. Matinee programmes: 5.15 p.m. on Friday, Saturday and Monday, 'The Great Game.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., '…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-09-15 - 1921-09-22
Summary:

Pathe presents Emmy Wehlen in 'Lifting Shadows,' a super-production in 6 reels. Watch for the opening date. September 20 Remarks: Commencing on Friday, 23rd inst.The cast also includes Wyndham Standing, Stuart Holmes and Julia Swayne Gordon. Produced by Leonce Perret. Film plot…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-04-27
Summary:

Star Theatre is screening a Cosmopolitan production 'Heliotrope.' The story is adapted from a story by Richard Washburn Child. The comedy is directed by George D. Baker and released by Paramount. Fred Burton, Wilfred Lytell, Diana Allen and Julia Swayne Gordon play the chief roles.…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-02-21
Summary:

Queen's Theatre will be screening the film version of Rafael Sabatini's novel 'Scaramouche.' This Metro attraction is produced by Rex Ingram. The film is compared with Ingram's productions like 'The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse.' The film features Ramon…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-04-27
Summary:

If you're tired of just 'movies' and are eager to see a picture that is as delightfully different from the average run of screen entertainment as was 'Humoresque,' then go to the Star Theatre and see 'Heliotrope.' Adapted from a story by Richard Washburn Child…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-21
Summary:

Scaramouche,' a Rex Ingram production for Metro Picture Corporation, adapted from Rafael Sabatini's novel of the same name, comes to the Queen's Theatre for an extended visit. Ingram has surpassed his production of 'The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse' with this picture…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-16
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-02-11 - 1922-02-11
Summary:

Wm. D. Taylor's production, 'The Soul of Youth,' story of Julia Crawford Ivers.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-05-18
Summary:

The Fatal Hour' at the Queen's Theatre, is one of the feature attractions of the week. This Metro all-star production is a unique play. Film synopsis included. Julia Burnham adapted the play from the stage success 'The Marriages of Mayfair' by Cecil Raleigh. Film synopsis…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-07-21
Summary:

The Furnace,' produced by William D. Taylor, will be screened at the World Theatre commencing today. In particular, this picture is an adaptation by Julia Crawford Ivers of the new novel. 'The Furnace,' by the English writer, 'Pan,' shortly to be published.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-12-22 - 1924-12-22
Summary:

Today at 5.30 only, Vara Gordon in 'Humoresque.' At 9.15 p.m., Signor Ronconi's Grand Concert.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-09-05
Summary:

Hongkong cinema-goers have their last chance this evening of seeing the big feature film 'Humoresque,' which starred by Vera Gordon.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-02-06 - 1925-02-06
Summary:

Starting Monday next, William Fox presents 'Nero,' directed by J. Gordon Edwards. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-05-27
Summary:

Coronet Theatre will be screening a First National production 'The Wonderful Thing,' today and tomorrow. The film is directed by Herbert Brodon [sic] and featuring Norma Talmadge along with Harrison Ford and Julia Hoyt.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-12-22 - 1924-12-22
Summary:

Today at 5.30 only, Vera Gordon in 'Humoresque.' Also special musical setting, today at 9.15, Signor Ronconi's grand concert. See special advt. on page 8.

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Headline: Humoresque'
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-09-05
Summary:

Humoresque' featuring Vera Gordon will be screened in Hongkong cinema houses for the last time this evening. The film revolves around the romance of motherhood and exhibits pathos and gentle humour which are beautifully set off by exquisite music.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-12-19 - 1924-12-20
Summary:

Dorothy Dalton in 'The Idol of the North.' Price details included. December 20 Remarks: Vara Gordon in 'Humoresque.'

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Headline: World
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-04-28 - 1922-04-29
Summary:

A special four-day feature now, a Kentucky drama flavoured with romance, 'Forbidden Valley' with May McAvoy and Bruce Gordon.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-20 - 1924-12-20
Summary:

Today, Dorothy Dalton in 'The Idol of the North.' Starting tomorrow, Vera Gordon in 'Humoresque,' the most beautiful story ever unfolded on the film.