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: 1921-10-08
Summary:

A de luxe drama of the turn reminiscent of Nat Gould in his best moments, attracted a good audience to the World Theatre last night when it was first screened. 'A Gentleman Rider' is a typical British film, cleanly conceived and sustained with a natural interest which does not impose…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-03-14 - 1922-03-16
Summary:

Today at 5 p.m. sharp and 9.15 p.m., Priscilla Dean in 'Reputation.' At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, Ben Wilson & Neva Gerber in 'Branded Four,' epis. 1, 2 & 3. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre. March 14 Remarks: On page 2, ad. on 'Reputation' only.…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-07-18
Summary:

The Man Who Lost Himself.' The first of a series of Selznick Pictures featuring William Faversham, from a book by H. de Vere Stacpole [sic], will be shown at the World Theatre. Other cast included Hedda Hooper.

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

Commencing Sunday 4th inst., 'Better Times,' all-star cast including Zasu Pitts, Jack McDonald, David Butler, William De Vaull, Lillian Leighton, Hugh Fay.

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

Under Two Flags' is one of the great love stories. It came as a novel from the pen of Ouida (Louise de La Ranee), and its growth in popularity was heightened by its presentation on the stage by many renowned artists, including Blanche Bates. Now, it has been made into a picture by the…

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Headline: Important!
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-08-13 - 1923-08-17
Summary:

The great picture of the year, Fox's 8-reel melodrama de luxe, 'While New York Sleeps,' starring Estelle Taylor, Marc MacDermott [sic] and Harry Southern [sic], at the World on Wednesday, 15th. Illustration included.

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Headline: The Blue Lagoon
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-09-17 - 1923-09-19
Summary:

Coming soon, the new big 'Special' produced by African Film Productions, 'The Blue Lagoon,' from the world-famous romance by H. de Vere Stacpooleo [sic]. September 17 Remarks: The ad. didn't mention theatre's name, surmised from other ads. September 19-20 Remarks:…

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Headline: Coming Soon!
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-09-17 - 1923-09-17
Summary:

The new big special produced by African Film Productions, Ltd., 'The Blue Lagoon,' from the world-famous romance by H. De Vere Stacpoole, a magnificent production of a magnificent story.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-09-19 - 1923-09-22
Summary:

Wed. 19th to Sat. 22nd at 5.15 & 9.15 p.m., 'The Blue Lagoon,' from H. de Vere Stacpool's [sic] novel. Also, Pathe Interesting Scenic Picture recently taken Hangchow, The Mecca of Chinese Buddhists. Price details included. Booking at the Theatre.

10
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-09-19 - 1923-09-22
Summary:

Wednesday 19th to Saturday 22nd at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'The Blue Lagoon,' a delightful version of H. De Vere Stacpoole's novel. Also Pathe interesting scenic picture recently taken at Hangchow, the Mecca of Chinese Buddhists. Admission: 9.15 p.m., $1.20 and 80 cents; 5.15 p.m., 80…

11
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-09-19 - 1923-09-20
Summary:

The new big special, 'The Blue Lagoon,' from the world-famous romance by H. De Vere Stacpoole, featuring Molly Adair, Arthur Pusey and Dick Cruikshanks. Picture included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-09-20
Summary:

A good book seldom makes a good film play, but among the exceptions must stand. 'The Blue Lagoon,' a romantic idyll, in seven parts, is now showing at the World Theatre until Saturday. When a kinema version of Mr. H. de Vere Stacpoole's novel was shown for the first time at the…

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

Four children, no one of them with but a few scenes to play, add a charming touch to the Hobart Henley Universal-Jewel production, 'The Flame of Life,' starring Priscilla Dean, coming to the World Theatre today. Although seen but a few times in the picture, Richard Daniels, Frankie Lee…

14
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-12-20 - 1923-12-22
Summary:

Thur. 20th to Sat. 23rd December, 'Moon Madness,' with Edith Storey, William Courtleigh, Josef Swickard, Wallace McDonald, Irene Hunt and San De Grasse, a Robertson-Cole special. Usual price. Booking at the Theatre. December 20 Remarks: Another ad. on page 4.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-12-20 - 1923-12-22
Summary:

Thursday to Saturday 20th to 22nd December at 5.15 p.m. and 9.15 p.m., 'Moon Madness,' with a notable all-star cast, Edith Storey, William Courtleigh, Josef Swickard, Wallace MacDonald, Irene Hunt and Sam De Grasse, a Robertson-Cole special. Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-12-20 - 1923-12-22
Summary:

Thursday to Saturday 20th to 22nd December at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'Moon Madness' with Edith Storey, William Courtleigh, Josef Swickard, Wallace McDonald, Irene Hunt and Sam De Grasse. A Robertson-Cole special. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-12-22 - 1923-12-22
Summary:

Moon Madness,' with Edith Storey, William Courtleigh, Josef Swickard, Wallace McDonald, Irene Hunt and Sam De Grasse, a Robertson-Cole special.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-02-23
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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-05-03 - 1924-05-06
Summary:

A new round of the Leather Pushers, 'The Wandering Two,' De Luxe edition with Reginald Denny, commencing Sunday 4th till Tuesday 6th. Also, Jack Hoxie in 'Men in the Raw.' May 6 Remarks: Another ad. on 'The Wandering Two' only.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-05-05 - 1924-05-06
Summary:

Mon. & Tue. Only, a new round of 'The Leather Pushers' De Luxe edition featuring Reginald Denny. Also, Jack Hoxies [sic] in 'Men in the Raw.' Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.