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: 1922-06-16
Summary:

The famous Griffith picture 'Way Down East' was surrendered this month to Mr. George Mooser, representative of the United Artists Corporation. It marked the first victory of the United Artists Corporation in the fight being waged against motion picture film piracy. For background…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-04
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-10-31 - 1922-11-13
Summary:

George Fitzmaurice in 'On With the Dance.' Poster included. November 8-9 & 11 Remarks: Another ad. on page 3, 4 and 7. The cast also includes Mae Murray and David Powell. A Paramount picture. Illustration, film plot and price details included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-01 - 1922-11-03
Summary:

George Fitzmaurice presents 'On with the Dance,' a Paramount-Artcraft picture.

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

Charlie Chaplin, in the flesh, will be in Hongkong next March, accompanied by Mary Pickford and Douglas Fairbanks. Efforts will also be made to induce D. W. Griffith to join the party. This news was given yesterday by Mr. George Mooser, a well-known play producer and film manager. He is the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-06 - 1922-11-07
Summary:

Adolph Zukor presents George Fitzmaurice production, 'On with the Dance.' Illustration included.

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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: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-09 - 1922-11-09
Summary:

Adolph Zukor presents George Fitzmaurice production, 'On with the Dance' with Mae Murray and David Powell, a Paramount-Artcraft picture. Hongkong bookings at Star Ferry Wharf. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-11-10 - 1922-11-13
Summary:

Friday 10th to Monday 13th at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., Sunday matinee at 6 p.m., Fitzmaurice production, 'On With the Dance' with Mae Murray & David Powell.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-10 - 1922-11-13
Summary:

Friday 10th to Monday 13th at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m. and Sunday matinee 6 p.m., a special holiday programme, Fitzmaurice production, 'On with the Dance' with Mae Murray and David Powell, the film of the season.

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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: 1922-11-11 - 1922-11-11
Summary:

Adolph Zukor presents George Fitzmaurice production, 'On with the Dance' with Mae Murray and David Powell, a Paramount-Artcraft picture. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-13 - 1922-11-13
Summary:

All the productions of the United Artists Film Corporation will be presented at the Coronet, Hongkong and the Pearl, Canton, and at no other theatre in South China. D. W. Griffith's screen masterpiece, 'Way Down East' opens at the Coronet tonight. It will be followed by Douglas…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-29
Summary:

All the keen sense for colourful effects and knowledge of what constitutes the really thrilling and dramatic which George Fitzmaurice displayed in 'On With the Dance' and 'The Right to Love,' is said to be contained in redoubled measure in his latest production, 'Idols…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-12 - 1925-01-12
Summary:

We ask you to consider Douglas Fairbanks, Mary Pickford, D. W. Griffith and Charlie Chaplin, the four greatest names in the film world, whose pictures are released under the name of United Artists' Film Corporation. Even the most prejudiced observer has to admit that their productions are…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-06-13 - 1925-06-20
Summary:

Today, tomorrow and Friday, see the greatest love drama since 'Way Down East,' 'If Winter Comes.' Prices: 2.30, $1.20 and 60 cents; 5.10, $1.50 and 80 cents; 9.15, $2.00 and $1.00. Special comedy programme at 7.30 p.m. June 18 Remarks: At 7.30 p.m., Hoot Gibson in 'The…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-15 - 1925-06-17
Summary:

See the greatest love drama since 'Way Down East,' 'If Winter Comes' starting today. Prices: 2.30 p.m., $1.20 and 60 cents; 5.10 p.m., $1.50 and 80 cents; 9.15 p.m., $2.00 and $1.00. Special comedy programme at 7.30 p.m.