A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-06-09
Summary:

The Federal Pathe feature 'The Lure of Egypt' is the attraction of World Theatre today. It was adapted from Norma Lorimer's novel 'There was a King in Egypt.' The film is starred by Robert McKim, Claire Adams, Joseph J. Dowling, Carl Gantvoort and Maude Wayne.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-09
Summary:

The Lure of Egypt,' featuring Claire Adams, Robert McKim, Joseph Dowling, Maude Wayne and Carl Gantvoort, will be screened at the World Theatre on Friday. The film is directed by Howard Hickman, and is based on Norma Lorimer's novel, 'There was a King in Egypt.' Film synopsis…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-04-11
Summary:

All of a Sudden Norma' is now showing at the World Theatre. Film synopsis included. In addition, the Topical Budget is interesting and 'The Dodger,' in which Bill West figures in the principal role, closes the programme.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-05-19
Summary:

World Theatre is presenting an attractive drama, 'The Gilded Dream,' starring Carmel Myers, Elsa Lorimer, Thomas Chatterton and Boyd Irwin. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-09-07
Summary:

The Coronet Theatre screened 'She Loves and Lies,' a film specially written for Norma Talmadge.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-06-12
Summary:

Film critics have gone into ruptures of enthusiasm over Norma Talmadge's wonderful acting in the First National production, 'The Branded Woman,' which starts at the Star today. With the names First National and Norma Talmadge, nothing more is needed to convince picture-goers of…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-05-19
Summary:

The Gilded Dream,' a drama in six parts, is now showing at the World Theatre. Its powerful cast included Carmel Myers, Elza Lorimer, Thomas Chatterton and Boyd Irwin. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-22
Summary:

She Loves and Lies,' starring Norma Talmadge, is appearing at the Kowloon theatre tonight. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-06-09
Summary:

Today, World Theatre is showing the Federal-Pathe photodrama 'The Lure of Egypt.' The photodrama is based on Norma Lorimer's novel 'There was a King in Egypt.' Directed by Howard Hickman, the cast includes Robert McKim, Claire Adams, Joseph J. Dowing [sic], Maude Wayne,…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-12-18
Summary:

Norma Talmadge is given the opportunity to wear some beautiful clothes in the course of 'The Eternal Flame.' The film deals with the old French regime when dandies and Court beauties revelled in scandalous gaieties. Film synopsis included. The film is dressed in sumptuous fashion, and…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-11-22
Summary:

Norma Talmadge, who reached the heights of filmdom with the Vitagraph and Triangle companies, will make her first appearance as a Selznick-Pictures star at the Coronet Theatre, in an adaptation of the noted drama 'Panthea' by Monckton Hoffe. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-04-07 - 1923-04-07
Summary:

Bessie Barricale in 'All of a Sudden Norma.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-04-07 - 1923-04-07
Summary:

Bessie Barriscale in 'All of a Sudden Norma.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-14
Summary:

Two Weeks,' in which Constance Talmadge takes the leading role, charmed the audiences at the Coronet Theatre last week. Her sister, Norma Talmadge, takes charge today in 'She Loves and Lies.' Besides, 'The Way of a Woman' and 'The Sign on the Door' will be…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-12-17
Summary:

The locale of Norma Talmadge's elaborate picturization of 'The Eternal Flame,' adapted from Honore Balzac's 'La Duchesse de Langeais,' is France, following Napoleon's defeat at Waterloo, when the Second Restoration swept Louis XVIII. The Dutchess is portrayed…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-04-07 - 1923-04-07
Summary:

Bessie Barriscale in 'All of a Sudden Norma.' Sunday to Tuesday at the World Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-07
Summary:

Norma Talmadge and her sister have signed up a four years contract for $16,000,000 and, while the figures are huge, they need not be wondered at. For instance, last night at Coronet was a big V. Comedy, 'The Laundry.' Conway Tearle and others assisted her finely. It was amusing enough…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-11-23
Summary:

Norma Talmadge follows her triumph in 'Smilin' Through' with another film, 'The Eternal Flame,' which will be the First National attraction at the Coronet Theatre shortly. Conway Tearle portrays the leading male role, while Adolphe Jean Menjou is to be seen as the Due de…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-12-17
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is currently screening 'The Eternal Flame' featuring Norma Talmadge who is supported by Conway Tearle and a big cast. The story is adopted from one of Balzac's novels. Miss Talmadge is worth seeing in the film both because of her performance and the beautiful gowns…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-09
Summary:

From the grandeur of the Court of Louis X in 'The Eternal Flame' and the enchantment of the turret East in Robert Hichen's [sic] 'The Voice from the Minaret' to the underworld of New York City may seem a long step for any motion picture star, but Norma Talmadge makes it…