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: 1909-10-06
Summary:

To the Editor S. C. M. Post – Your excellent editorial note of today regarding cinematograph pictures deserves more than passing consideration. Apart altogether from the question as to whether such pictures are intended to educate or amuse the public, there remains the fact that they can be made…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-09-02
Summary:

The Society Exile,' presenting the first-rate Paramount star Elsie Ferguson, is the current attraction at the Star Theatre. Besides, a whole week of amusement is promised for next week. There will be Dorothy Gish in 'I'll Get Him Yet,' and Gloria Swanson, along with Bebe…

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

The 'Powder Puffs,' who have amused large audiences at the Star Theatre during the past week, give their farewell show at the theatre Royal this evening.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-02-03 - 1923-02-03
Summary:

The management have pleasure in presenting Kaai's Royal Hawaiian Troubadours by special arrangement with Bandman's Eastern circuit limited. For three nights only and one matinee. A great treat for the kiddies, real Hawaiian matinee. Saturday, February 10th at 5 p.m. Half price for…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-02-03 - 1923-02-03
Summary:

Thursday 8th, Friday 9th and Saturday 10th, February, Kaai's Royal Hawaiian Troubadours by special arrangement with Bandman's Eastern Circuit Limited.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-02-08 - 1923-02-08
Summary:

Tonight, tomorrow and Saturday, Kaai's Royal Hawaiian Troubadours, by special arrangement with Bandman's Eastern Circuit Limited. Prices: $3, $2 and $1. Booking at Moutrie's, at the Star Ferry Pier and at the theatre after 5 p.m.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-02-09 - 1923-02-09
Summary:

Kaai's Royal Hawaiian Troubadours present program no. 2, 'Hawaiian Dreams' by special arrangement with Bandman's Eastern Circuit Limited. Prices: $3, $2 and $1. Booking at Moutrie's, at the Star Ferry Pier and at the theatre.

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Headline: Star Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-03 - 1923-03-05
Summary:

Notice is hereby given that the above theatre has been leased to the Hongkong Amusements Ltd., as from the 1st of March, 1923. Lee Lu Cheung, proprietor, Hongkong, 1st March, 1923.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-05
Summary:

Up to end of February, the peninsula could boast of two picture shows for Europeans; but there is now only one because the Kowloon Theatre in Nathan Road has been closed down, and Hongkong Amusements, Ltd., who owns it, has acquired control of the Star Theatre. The reason given for the closing…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-03-05
Summary:

Kowloon Theatre in Nathan Road has been closed down and Hongkong Amusements Ltd., who own it, has acquired control of the Star Theatre. The reason given for the closing down of the Kowloon Theatre is that the European population across the harbour is not big enough yet to support two kinemas.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-21
Summary:

To the Editor S. C. M. Post – Replying to 'Cinema Rowdies,' it is mentioned that apparently what is complained of is the applause of the children at matinees. Places of amusement owe a certain duty to the public, along with their primary object of making profits for their proprietors.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-28 - 1923-03-28
Summary:

The combined orchestras under the management of Hongkong Amusements Ltd. will give an orchestral concert on Sunday, April 1st at 3 p.m.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-05-12
Summary:

Complying with a universal request from Kowloon, kinema goers, Hongkong Amusement Ltd. has decided to put on Max Linder's extremely funny comedy 'The Three Must-Get-Theres' at the Star Theatre just for Sunday. It is an amusing burlesque of the Douglas Fairbanks version of '…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-05-12
Summary:

Max Linder's comedy 'The Three Must-Get-Theres,' which was shown in Coronet before, is now coming to Star Theatre. It is an amusing burlesque of Douglas Fairbanks' film version of 'The Three Musketeers.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-06-16 - 1923-06-16
Summary:

The Coronet: Tonight only, Katherine MacDonald in Robert W. Chambers' greatest novel, 'The Turning Point,' The B. A. T. Coy's Snappy News Reel, and Century Comedy. Commencing Tomorrow, Mary Pickford in 'The Love Light,' a United Artists super attraction.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-06-16 - 1923-06-16
Summary:

Hongkong Amusements tonight and tomorrow. The Coronet: Tonight only, Katherine MacDonald in Robert W. Chamber's 'The Turning Point.' Also Town Topic No. 3, the B. A. T. Company's snappy newsreel and Century Comedy. Commencing tomorrow, Mary Pickford in 'The Love Light,…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-09-07
Summary:

Jesse [sic] Robbins, who made 'The Ladder Jinx,' has struck out in an entirely new direction. Recognising the great possibilities of a travesty upon popular superstition, he built up an amusing comedy dealing with adventures of an unfortunate young man. If you wish to have a really…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-09-11
Summary:

Pollyanna,' featuring Mary Pickford, follows up its success at the Coronet by two days showing at the Star, commencing tonight. Kowloon residents who missed this film at the Coronet last week should be sure to visit the other house today or tomorrow, for they will be certain of an…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-09-15
Summary:

What with the lawn bowls interport match, the K.C.C. 'at home,' the Police aquatic sports, the V.R.C. night fete, the 'movies,' the Gerald-Fenwick combination at the Star Theatre and, last but not least, the open-air concert at Volunteer Headquarters in aid of the Japan…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-09-15
Summary:

Miss Tina Gerald and Mr. Tom Fenwick are giving a return performance at the Star, Kowloon this evening. The programme offered is very amusing with all their successful comedies and an enjoyable evening is thoroughly anticipated.