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: 1921-05-02
Summary:

There will shortly be several additions to the number of local cinemas, the World Cinema adjoining the Sun Company in Des Voeux Road Central and the two cinemas that are being erected in Kowloon, one of which opens in a few days.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-08-09
Summary:

At the World Theatre tonight and for the following nights will be screened a powerful and romantic love play entitled 'Vengeance of the Wilds' in 5 parts featuring Charles Wheelock and Loraine [sic] Otto in the principal roles. Film synopsis included. On Friday the 12th inst. until…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-08-09
Summary:

A romantic love play entitled 'Vengeance of the Wilds,' featuring Charles Wheelock and Lorraine Otto, will be screened at the World Theatre. From Friday next, 'The Flame of Yukon' featuring Miss Dalton will be screened. William Fox photoplay 'To Honour and Obey'…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-10
Summary:

The Middle East Films, Ld., whose head office is in Singapore, is about to open an office in Hongkong. Mr. Joe Fisher, the general manager of the Company, and Mr. Ernest A. Hopson, who represents several South African corporations connected with film art, are in Hongkong. The first exhibition of…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-10
Summary:

Vengeance of the Wilds,' featuring Charles Wheelock and Lorraine Otto in the principal roles, will be screened at the World Theatre. Besides, on Friday until Monday 'The Flame of Yukon' in which Miss Dalton as the 'Flame' stands supreme in her role. Lastly, the new…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-08-12 - 1921-08-13
Summary:

Friday 12th to Sunday 14 August, at 9.15 p.m., Triangle Plays presents Dorothy Dalton in a Thomas H. Ince Production, 'The Flame of the Yukon.' At 5.15 p.m., Matinees Friday, Saturday and Monday, 'Vengeance of the Wilds.' At 2.30 p.m. and 7.15 p.m. 15th & 16th episodes of…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-08-16 - 1921-08-18
Summary:

Tuesday, the 16th to Thursday, 18th August, at 9.15 p.m., Betty Brice in 'Loyalty' in 6 parts. At 5.15 p.m., Matinees on Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday, 'The Flame of the Yukon.' At 2.30 p.m. and 7.15 p.m. 17th & 18th episodes of 'The Moon Riders.' August 18…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-09-02
Summary:

T. H. Hunter, the director chosen by Zane Grey, the famous novelist, to create the photo-play of 'Desert Gold,' which comes to the World Theatre today. The film was starred by Walter Long. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-03
Summary:

The photoplay entitled 'The Symbol of Sacrifice' is a remarkable 8 reel portrayal of the Zulu War in South Africa and was produced at a cost over $250,000 by the African Film Productions Ltd. of Johannesburg, South Africa and was screening at the Palladium Theatre. Film synopsis…

10
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-09-27
Summary:

Crowds are packing the World Theatre this mid-week to witness another big photo-play, 'The Sports of Kings.' Margot Kitty and Matt Moore take the leading roles and their parts are realistically played.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-10-11 - 1921-10-13
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., 'The Westerners,' the photoplay of the novel by Stewart Edward White with all-star cast. Matinee: 5.15 p.m., 'A Gentleman Rider'; 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Vanishing Dagger' 15th and 16th episodes. Booking at Messrs Mehta and Co. Tel. 951.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-10-12 - 1921-10-13
Summary:

Tonight 9.15 p.m., 'The Westerners,' the photoplay of the novel by Stewart Edward White with all-star cast, a Great Authors' production. Matinee: 5.15 p.m., 'A [sic] Gentleman Rider'; 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Vanishing Dagger [sic]' episode 15 and 16. Usual price.…

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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: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-16
Summary:

William Fox's newest R. A. Walsh's photoplay, 'Betrayed,' was shown yesterday at the World Theatre. Miriam Cooper, well-known for her work in 'Honor System,' 'The Silent Lie,' and 'The Woman and The Law,' continues her entrancing acting in the…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-01 - 1921-12-01
Summary:

Commencing Friday, 2nd December, C. R. McCauley Photoplays Inc. presents Bernard Durning in 'Seeds of Vengeance.' Picture included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-23
Summary:

Samuelson Film Manufacturing Company's 'My Lady's Dress,' featuring Gladys Cooper and Malcolm Cherry, is going to be shown at the World Theatre. The plot is written by Edward Knoblock. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-01-06
Summary:

The World Theatre is going to show the Edgar Lewis-Pathe photoplay, 'A Beggar in Purple.' It will be a four days show commencing from today. The film is an adaptation of the novel of the same name by Andrew Soutar. Edgar Lewis's previous success 'Other Men's Shoes'…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-01-06
Summary:

A Beggar in Purple,' an Edgar Lewis-Pathe photoplay, will be the feature attraction at the World Theatre for four days. It is an adaption of the famous novel written by Andrew Soutar. Besides, it will be remembered that 'Other Men's Shoes,' a previous Edgar Lewis success, was…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-02-10
Summary:

The Cosmopolitan Vaudeville Company from Saigon will open a season on Tuesday night at the World Theatre. The Company includes the Garcia Troupe, renowned athletes: Nina, in latest songs and dances, and Gladys Gordon the experts silver wire performer.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-02-11
Summary:

The Cosmopolitan Vaudeville Company will provide a welcome variation in the World Theatre's programme on Thursday evening.