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: 1924-05-27
Summary:

Countless film features have been shown here with Norma Talmadge in the starring role. This is perfectly true of 'The Wonderful Thing,' a First National picture directed by Herbert Brenon. Harrison Ford is also in the film and there is also the novelty of a real American society leader…

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Headline: Cinema Notes
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-28
Summary:

The Face In The Dark' will be screened till Thursday at the Queen's Theatre. Mae Marsh, who acted in 'Intolerance' and 'Birth of a Nation,' is the heroine of the film. No words of praise can be sufficient to extol Norma Talmadge's performance in 'The…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-10-27 - 1924-10-29
Summary:

Today only, October 27th 1924 at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., the last showing of Robert W. Chambers' famous novel, 'The Common Law.' Tomorrow at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Gloria Swanson in 'The Affairs of Anatol,' Cecil B. DeMille's production. Both pictures at ordinary prices.…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-10-28 - 1924-10-29
Summary:

Tuewday and Wednesday, Oct. 28-29, at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Gloria Swanson in 'The Affairs of Anatol,' Cecil B. DeMille's greatest production. Thursday, Oct. 30th, Norma Talmadge in 'The Moth.' Price details included.

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-10-28 - 1924-10-29
Summary:

Tuesday and Wednesday (two days only) October 28th and 29th at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Gloria Swanson in 'The Affairs of Anatol,' Cecil B. DeMille's greatest production. Prices of admission: 5.15 p.m., 80, 50 and 30 cents; 9.15 p.m., $1.20, 80 and 40 cents. Thursday, October 30th,…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-10-29
Summary:

A good story with a swiftly moving plot, a popular star, gorgeous settings and costumes, are promised in 'The Moth,' a Selznick special which comes to the Queen's Theatre tomorrow. The story was written by William Dana Orcutt. Supporting Norma Talmadge are a bevy of players…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-10-30 - 1924-11-01
Summary:

Thur. to Sun. Oct. 30 to Nov. 2 at 2.30, 1.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Norma Talmadge and Eugene O'Brien in 'The Moth.' Booking at the Theatre. Tel. C. 4636. Price details included. November 1 Remarks: On page 4, another ad. with photo. November 1 Remarks: On page 12, last showing of…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-10-30 - 1924-10-31
Summary:

Thursday to Sunday, October 30 to November 2 at 2.30. 5.25. 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Joseph M. Schenck presents Norma Talmadge in 'The Moth.' Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-10-30
Summary:

The Moth,' the Selznick picture, starring Norma Talmadge, is now showing at the Queen's Theatre. The film also starred by Eugene O' Brien. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-10-30
Summary:

Queen's Theatre will be screening the film version of the popular novel William Dana Occutt [sic], 'The Moth.' The film is produced by Selznick pictures and featuring Norma Talmadge and Eugene O'Brien.

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-10-30 - 1924-10-31
Summary:

Thursday to Sunday, October 30 to November 2 at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Norma Talmadge and Eugene O'Brien in 'The Moth.' Ordinary prices: 5.15, 80, 50 and 30 cents; 9.15, $1.20, 80 cents and 40 cents. Booking at the Theatre. Tel C. 4636.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-10-31
Summary:

Norma Talmadge has never, perhaps, had a vehicle which has offered her greater opportunities for the display of her great emotional power than 'The Moth,' the Selznick Picture which is now showing at the Queen's Theatre. Her characterization first as a young subdeb and later as a…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-01 - 1924-11-01
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Sunday at 6.00, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., last showing of Norma Talmadge in 'The Moth,' a fast moving drama of society's swift set. Commencing Monday, November 3rd, Rubye De Remer in 'The Passionate Pilgrim.' It's a Cosmopolitan…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-01 - 1924-11-01
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only, Norma Talmadge in 'The Moth,' her greatest emotional drama. Picture included.

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-11-01 - 1924-11-01
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Sunday at 6.00, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., last showing of Norma Talmadge in 'The Moth.' Commencing Monday, November 3rd, Rubye De Remer in 'The Passionate Pilgrim,' a Cosmopolitan production, directed by Robert Vignola, the producer of 'When…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-11-04
Summary:

World Theatre will be screening 'Behind the Curtain' for the last time today. Mary Pickford's 'Mary Ain't Guilty' commences its run tomorrow. 'Kean' continues until Thursday at the 2:30 and 7:15 shows. Queen's Theatre, on the other hand, is screening…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-12-09 - 1924-12-18
Summary:

Wednesday to Saturday, December 10-13 at 9.15 p.m., the world-renown magician, Long Tack Sam and Miss Long Tack Sam. Prices: $3.00, $2.00, $1.00 and 50 cents. Booking at Moutrie's. At 2.30, 5.15 and 7.15 p.m., Ethel Clayton in 'The Sham,' a Paramount picture at ordinary prices.…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-12-13 - 1924-12-18
Summary:

Special mantinee today at 5.00 p.m. sharp, tonight at 9.15 p.m. abd Sunday night at 9.15 p.m., the famous Long Tack Sam and his wonderful troupe. Booking at Moutrie's. Prices $3, $2, $1 and 50 cents. Sunday at 6.00 & 7.15 p.m. only, Constance Talmadge in 'Polly of the Follies,…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-13 - 1924-12-13
Summary:

Special matinee today at 5 p.m. sharp, tonight at 9.15 p.m., Sunday night at 9.15 p.m., positively last performances, the famous magician Long Tack Sam and his wonderful troupe. Prices: $3.00, $2.00, $1.00 and 50 cents. Booking at Moutrie's. Sunday at 6.00 and 7.15 p.m. only, Constance…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-15 - 1924-12-17
Summary:

Today at 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., the entire takings of the 7.15 p.m. performance to be given to local charities. Long Tack Sam vaudeville Co. Prices: $3.00, $2.00, $1.00 and 50 cents. Today at 2.30 and 5.15 p.m., Constance Talmadge in 'Polly of the Follies,' a First National attraction in…