A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-09-15 - 1921-09-22
Summary:

Pathe presents Emmy Wehlen in 'Lifting Shadows,' a super-production in 6 reels. Watch for the opening date. September 20 Remarks: Commencing on Friday, 23rd inst.The cast also includes Wyndham Standing, Stuart Holmes and Julia Swayne Gordon. Produced by Leonce Perret. Film plot…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-20 - 1921-09-22
Summary:

Tuesday 20th to Thursday 22nd at 9.15 p.m., engagement extraordinary, Miss Mosolowa and Mr. Gordon in their latest Parisian dances. Also showing William Fox presents Jewel Carmen in the big New York stage success, 'The Kingdom of Love.' Matinee programmes: 5.15 p.m., Tuesday to…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-09-21 - 1921-09-22
Summary:

Tuesday, 20th to Thursday, 22nd September at 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents Jewel Carmen in 'The Kingdom of Love.' Matinee programmes: 5.15 p.m. from Wednesday to Thursday, 'Merchant of Venice.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Vanishing Dagger' 9 & 10 episodes. Usual…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-09-21
Summary:

The magnificent drama 'The Kingdom of Love' by William Fox, featuring the famous star Jewel Carmen, now screening at the World Theatre, is a picture of high distinction. Last Tuesday night, the theatre was packed full, showing the popular appreciation of this wonderful film. The…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-22
Summary:

The drama 'The Kingdom of Love' from William Fox, featuring the famous star Jewel Carmen, now screening at the World Theatre. The management has engaged the services of Miss Mosolowa and Mrs. Gordon in their latest Parisian Dances.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-09-23 - 1921-09-26
Summary:

Friday, 23rd to Monday, 26th at 9.15 p.m., a Pathe special production 'Lifting Shadows' with Emmy Wehlen, Wyndham Standing, Stuart Holmes and Julia Swayne Gordon. Matinee programmes: 5.15 p.m. on Friday, Saturday and Monday, 'The Great Game.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., '…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-09-23
Summary:

Variety turns are always welcome in Hongkong and the management of the World Theatre is to be congratulated on their enterprise in introducing this feature into their programme. The classical dancing by Miss Mosolowa and Mr. Gordon. Tonight, the attraction at this theatre is a film entitled…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-09-23
Summary:

The World Theatre provided screening of 'Lifting Shadow,' starring Emmy Wehlen, Stuart Holmes, Wyndham Standing, Julia Swayne Gordon. The film was produced and directed by Leonce Perret. Film synopsis included.

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

The management of the World Theatre will screen the great patriotic picture 'The Symbol of Sacrifice' this afternoon at 4.30 sharp and also on Friday 14th, Saturday 15th and Monday 17th at 5 p.m. Russian and Hungarian dances by Mr. & Mrs. Gordon at tomorrow's matinee at 4.30 p…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-10-12
Summary:

The Westerners,' which was the principal attraction at the World Theatre last night, is a picturization of Stewart Edward White's famous novel of the same name, produced by Benjamin B. Hampton for Great Authors Picture, Inc. and enacted by screen artists as Roy Stewart, Mildred Manning…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-10-21 - 1921-10-24
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., 'When a Women Strikes,' featuring Ben Wilson, Rosemary Theby, Neva Gerber, Murdock MacQuarrie and Robert Brower. Matinee at 5.15 p.m., 'The Scarlet Pimpernel'; 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Trailed by Three' 6th and 7th episodes and 'A Trip Around…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-10-21 - 1921-10-24
Summary:

Tonight 9.15 p.m., 'When a Woman Strikes' featuring Ben Wilson, Rosemary Theby, Neva Gerber, Murdock MacQuarrie and Robert Brower. Matinee 5.15 p.m., 'The Scarlet Pimpernel'; 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Trailed by Three' 6 and 7 episodes. Popular prices. Booking at Messrs…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-22 - 1921-10-24
Summary:

Tonight 9.15 p.m., 'When a Woman Strikes' featuring Ben Wilson, Rosemary Theby, Neva Gerber, Murdock MacQuarrie and Robert Brower. Matinee 5.15 p.m., 'The Scarlet Pimpernel.' 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., 'Trailed by Three,' 6 & 7 epis. Popular prices. Booking at Messrs…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-06
Summary:

Alma Where Do You Live' is presented at the World Theatre on Tuesday. The film version stars, Ruth McTammany portray the role of Alma, originally made famous by Kitty Gordon and George Larkin. The charm of the stage play has been retained in the Monopol Pictures Co. production. Film…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-01-03 - 1922-01-05
Summary:

Today 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Carl Laemmle presents 'Luring Lips,' starring Edith Roberts. 2.30 and 9.15 p.m. performances, 'The Great London Mystery,' 4th & 5th epis. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-01-03 - 1922-01-05
Summary:

Today 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Carl Laemmle presents 'Luring Lips' starring Edith Roberts. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, 'The Great London Mystery' 4th and 5th episodes. Booking at the Theatre (Telephone 1337).

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-01-04 - 1922-01-05
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Carl Laemmle presents 'Luring Lips' starring Edith Roberts. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, 'The Great London Mystery,' 4th and 5th episodes. Booking at the theatre. Phone 1337.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-01-04
Summary:

Luring Lips,' a Universal photodrama, is now playing at the World Theatre. The theme was written by John A. Moroso. Later, it was purchased by Universal as a starring vehicle for Edith Roberts and adapted to the screen by George Hively. The film was produced under the direction of King…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-02-07 - 1922-02-09
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. performances, Ethel Clayton with Elliott Dexter and Theodore Robert [sic] in 'The Girl Who Came Back.' At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, 10 and 11 epis. Of 'Diamond Queen' featuring Eileen Sedgwick. Booking at the Theatre.

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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.