A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-05-07
Summary:

World Theatre will be screening the film version of Thackeray's novel 'Vanity Fair,' for 5 days. This Goldwyn production is directed by Hugo Ballin and features Mabel Ballin. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-05-07
Summary:

It is hardly necessary to remind anyone that the Becky referred to is the principal character in Thackeray's great novel of 'Vanity Fair,' which comes to the World Theatre on Saturday for five days. Mabel Ballin plays Becky. Hugo Ballin directed the film for Goldwyn. 'Becky…

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

Hugo Ballin presents 'East Lynne,' with Edward Earle and Mabel Ballin. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-27 - 1922-10-27
Summary:

Hugo Ballin presents 'East Lynne,' with Edward Earle and Mabel Ballin. Illustration included.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-05-07 - 1925-05-12
Summary:

Starting Saturday 9th, Goldwyn presents Hugo Ballin's production of 'Vanity Fair,' by Thackeray, will Mabel Ballin, supported by Hobart Bosworth. Illustration included.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-05-02 - 1925-05-09
Summary:

Coming, Goldwyn presents Hugo Ballin's production of 'Vanity Fair,' by Thackeray, with Mabel Ballin as Becky Sharp, supported by Hobart Bosworth as Lord Steyne. Illustration included.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-05-09 - 1925-05-09
Summary:

Today till Wednesday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Goldwyn presents Hugo Ballin's production of 'Vanity Fair,' by Thackeray, with Mabel Ballin, supported by Hobart Bosworth, distributed by Goldwyn, Illustration and plot included.

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Headline: Kowloon Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-03 - 1922-11-03
Summary:

Today until tomorrow, Mabel Ballin in 'East Lynne.' Sunday and Monday, Joe Moore in 'The White Rider' in 5 reels. The first of a new series of films especially booked for Kowloon Theatre. Don't forget cabaret dance on Tuesday. Illustration included.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-05-08 - 1925-05-08
Summary:

Today only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Floradora Vaudeville Company gives their farewell performances in songs and dances. Starting tomorrow, 'Vanity Fair,' by Thackeray with Mabel Ballin, Hobart Bosworth and a great cast.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-05-09 - 1925-05-13
Summary:

Today till Wednesday at 5.15 and 9.15, 'Vanity Fair' with Mabel Ballin, Hobart Bosworth and others. Starting Thursday next, Mme. and Mons. Dorros, the world's famous singers and dancers in their wonderful songs and dances. Also Eugene O'Brien in 'Worlds Apart.'

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-05-11 - 1925-05-13
Summary:

Today till Wednesday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'Vanity Fair' with Mabel Ballin, Hobart Bosworth and others. Starting Thursday next, Mme. And Mons. Dorros, world's famous singers and dancers in their wonderful songs and dances. Also Eugene O'Brien in 'Worlds Apart.'

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-01 - 1925-06-02
Summary:

Today and tomorrow at 5.30 and 9.15, Goldwyn presents Thackeray's 'Vanity Fair' with Mabel Ballin, supported by Eleanor Boardman and Hobart Bosworth. From Wednesday till Saturday at 9.15 p.m., our cabaret.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-06-01 - 1925-06-02
Summary:

Today and tomorrow at 5.30 and 9.15, Goldwyn presents Thackeray's 'Vanity Fair' with Mabel Ballin as Becky Sharp supported by Eleanor Boardman and Hobart Bosworth. From Wednesday till Saturday at 9.15, Our Cabaret.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-06-01 - 1925-06-02
Summary:

Today and tomorrow at 5.30 and 9.15, Goldwyn presents Thackeray's 'Vanity Fair' with Mabel Ballin as Becky Sharp, supported by Eleanor Boardman and Hobart Bosworth. From Wednesday till Saturday at 9.15 p.m., 'Our Cabaret.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-02-26
Summary:

Three Wise Fools,' King Vidor's first Goldwyn picture, now showing in the World Theatre. Eleanor Boardman, who made such a striking success in 'Souls for Sale' is the lead actor. She also played in 'Gimme,' Marshall Neilan's 'The Strangers Banquet'…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-09-03
Summary:

Coronet Theatre will be screening 'Molly O'' featuring Mabel Normand. The film portrays the family life of O' Dairs. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-01-07
Summary:

Back to the Woods,' the latest Goldwyn attraction, starring Mabel Normand, is going to be shown at the Kowloon Theatre this evening. Film synopsis included.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-05-07 - 1925-05-13
Summary:

Starting today, Goldwyn presents Hugo Ballin's production of 'Vanity Fair' by Thackeray, with Mabel Ballin, as Becky Sharp, supported by Hobart Bosworth as Lord Steyne. Illustration included. May 9 Remarks: Today till Monday 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., an interesting comedy made in…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-05-09 - 1925-05-09
Summary:

You have wanted to see the best that the screen can give. Now we are delighted to present to picture-goers the most famous novel in all English literature, the immortal work of Thackeray, 'Vanity Fair' with Mabel Ballin, supported by Hobart Bosworth. Starting today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-05-11
Summary:

Last night, World Theatre screened the film version of Thackeray's novel 'Vanity Fair,' featuring Mabel Ballin. Distributed by Goldwyn, this film was directed by Hugo Ballin. The gripping story that is put up on the screen stays very close to its original source. The film exhibits…