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: 1922-06-02
Summary:

Tomorrow night, Start Theatre will screen 'The Wonder Man,' featuring the famous boxer, Carpentier, in the principal role.

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Headline: Star Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-06
Summary:

The Wonder Man,' featuring Georges Carpentier, has attracted large houses to the Star Theatre. In addition, a drama entitled 'The Girl Who Stayed at Home' will be screened on Friday.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-08
Summary:

On with the Dance,' directed by George Fitzmaurice, will be shown at the Star Theatre for a run of four days commencing this Friday. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-11-08
Summary:

Star Theatre will be screening George Fitzmaurice's 'On With the Dance' for four days commencing this Friday. Film synopsis included. The management of the Star Theatre advises that this film will be shown also at the matinee on Sunday, and draw the attention of residents to the…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-11-10
Summary:

Star Theatre is going to screen George Fitzmaurice's production 'On With the Dance' this evening. It is advertised as the greatest film of the season.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-28
Summary:

Chains' will be the current attraction at the Star Theatre. What a George Eliot novel is in literature the latest Swedish Biograph production to be shown at the Star Theatre this evening is among photoplays. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-01-06
Summary:

The Storm,' produced on the stage last season by George Broadhurst, is going over to the Star Theatre tomorrow. The picture rights were brought by Carl Laemmle. In turn, Reginald Barker chose House Peters for the leading role, together with Virginia Valli, Matt Moore and Josef Swickard.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-01-06
Summary:

Capitalizing on the success of 'The Storm' in the last season when it was produced by George Broadhurst, it became the overnight sensation of the theatrical world. Carl Laemmle bought its picture rights. He, along with Reginald Barker produced the picture in the most glamorous way…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-01-15
Summary:

Foolish Wives,' directed and written by Erich Von Stroheim, will be presented at the Star Theatre today. It is recognized that Carl Laemmle has expended ever a million dollars on the picture. Others in the cast are: Miss du Pont, Mae Smith, Maude George, Dale Fuller, Rudolph Christians.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-22
Summary:

Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde' will be replaced by 'The Ruling Passion' at the Star Theatre in the next few days. The leading role is taken by George Arliss, who previously appeared on the screen in 'The Devil' and 'Disraeli.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-03-22
Summary:

George Arliss who appeared in 'Disraeli,' is now starring in 'The Ruling Passion.' Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-05-17
Summary:

Over $200,000 was spent in the production of 'The Sporting Duchess,' which is to be shown at the Star Theatre, Kowloon, for the first time this evening. The cast supporting Alice Joyce is one of the largest and most talented that has been gathered around the star in recent years. The…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-06-07
Summary:

Mack Sennet [sic], in his five-reel comedy, 'Love, Honour and Behave,' commencing tonight at the Star. Two newlyweds – Marie Prevost and George O'Hara – came before the Divorce Court. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-06-07
Summary:

A departure from Mack Sennett Comedy tradition is promised in the five reel mirth-maker, 'Love, Honour and Behave,' which commencing tonight at the Star Theatre. Charles Murray is introduced as a grave and reverend judge. Other starring included Marie Prevost and George O'Hara.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-06-12
Summary:

The Branded Woman' begins screening today at the Star. The film starred George Fawcett and Norma Talmadge. Talmadge was praised by critics in this First National film.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-09-14
Summary:

Jimmy Wallingford, son of the famous but notorious J. Rufus Wallingford, of 'Get Rich Quick' fame, is the main character in the film offering at The Star tonight. Mr. Randolph Chester, the author of the Wallingford stories, decided to let Jimmy grow up, and in 'The Son of…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-09-24
Summary:

If names count for anything, the film, 'The First Degree,' which will be shown at the Star tonight, should prove a big attraction. The story won widespread fame under the title of 'The Summons,' when published in the Saturday Evening Post. It was written by George Patullo,…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-10-15
Summary:

Booth Tarkington's arresting story of life in the small towns of the States, bearing the somewhat misleading title 'The Flirt' will be shown of the last time at the Star tonight. Beginning Thursday, the Star will present the big picture 'Disraeli.' George Arliss, in the…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-10-16
Summary:

From Thursday, Star Theatre is going to screen 'Disraeli' featuring George Arliss. The film depicts in vivid fashion the obstacles put in the way of the great statesman before he was able to complete the deal by which England gained a huge interest in the Suez Canal. Moreover, tonight…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-10-16
Summary:

The spectacular Metro film, 'Hearts Aflame' is due for a two days' showing at the Star, commencing tonight. A booking of unusual interest is the 'Disraeli' picture, which will be put on Thursday next. George Arliss, the star, played this drama for some years on the stage…