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: 1924-12-06
Summary:

From star to star with pleasurable frequency sums up the motto of the Coronet Theatre. One day Douglas Fairbanks in a story that will never be forgotten. Rudolph Valentino first burst into prominence in 'The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse,' and now, in another story by the same author…

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Headline: At the Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-08 - 1924-12-08
Summary:

If you have not seen 'Blood and Sand,' you have not yet seen Rudolph Valentino at his best. 'Blood and Sand' is drawing crowded houses.

123
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-12-08
Summary:

Blood and Sand,' starred Rudolph Valentino, has been sufficient to throng the Coronet Theatre during the weekend. Film plot included.

124
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-12-08
Summary:

Coronet Theatre screened 'Blood and Sand' featuring Rudolph Valentino, during the weekend. The film is eight-reel long and is full of realism. It is based on a Spanish writer's novel. Film synopsis included.

125
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-08
Summary:

Rudolph Valentino has already captured the imagination as a bullfighter and risking his life in perhaps the most dangerous sport known. People do quake as they witness his escapades, and, on the other hand, thrill at his impassionate love-making in a play based on the famous novel of the Spanish…

126
Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-09 - 1924-12-09
Summary:

Last two days of 'Blood and Sand,' the greatest modern love story yet written with Rudolph Valentino at his best.

127
Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-10 - 1924-12-10
Summary:

Today is your last chance to see 'Blood and Sand,' Rudolph Valentino's best picture.

128
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-25
Summary:

Thousands of people who have seen Rudolph Valentino on the film would not have recognised him when he left Waterloo Station, London for New York. He was wearing a short beard and moustache, which he had grown in order to play the part of a 14th-century Spanish gallant in his next picture, which…

129
Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-01-10 - 1925-01-14
Summary:

Norma Talmadge in her latest picture 'Within the Law' from the famous American play by Bayard Veiller. The Versatile Four performs. January 12 remarks: 'Within the Law,' this famous American drama is fourth in Norma's new series of super specials which commenced with…

130
Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-01-10 - 1925-01-14
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Sunday at 6.00 and 9.15 p.m., Norma Talmadge in 'Within the Law,' from the famous American play by Bayard Veiller. Added attraction: today at 5.15 and 9.15, Sunday at 9.15 p.m. only, The Versatile Four. No increase in price. January 12 & 13 Remarks:…

131
Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-12 - 1925-01-12
Summary:

Today to Wednesday, January 12 to 11 at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. daily, First National Pictures presents Norma Talmadge in Bayard Veiller's play, 'Within the Law.' Also two Topics no. 62 by B. A. T. Co. No increase in prices. Next change January 15th, Gloria Swanson and Rudolph…

132
Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-13 - 1925-01-14
Summary:

Today and tomorrow, January 13 and 14 at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. daily, First National Pictures presents Norma Talmadge in Bayard Veiller's play, 'Within the Law' in 8 parts. No increase in prices. Coming attraction, the Manila Vaudeville Co., Misses Miami, Fritz and Dimple. Next…

133
Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-14 - 1925-01-17
Summary:

Tomorrow, January 15th at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., special engagement, Manila Vaudeville Company presents Misses Miami, Dimple and Millie in songs and dances. Messrs. Dick and Raymond, comedians. Also Gloria Swanson and Rudolph Valentino in Elinor Glyn's 'Beyond the Rocks.' January 16…

134
Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-01-14 - 1925-01-17
Summary:

Tomorrow, January 15th at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Manila Vaudeville Company presents Misses Miami, Dimple and Millie in songs and dances. Messrs. Dick and Raymond comedians. Also Gloria Swanson and Rodolph [sic] Valentino in 'Beyond the Rocks.'

135
Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-01-15 - 1925-01-17
Summary:

Manila Vaudeville Co. presents Misses Miami, Dimple and Millie, Messrs Dick and Raymond. Gloria Swanson and Rudolph Valentino in 'Beyond the Rocks,' the most gorgeous love drama ever filmed.

136
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-01-16
Summary:

Gloria Swanson starred in 'Beyond the Rocks,' her Paramount picture showing at the Queen's Theatre this week. Rodolp [sic] Valentino is the leading man. Sam Wood is the director. Film plot included. The Manila Vaudeville Company also presented a fine show with Misses Miami, Dimple…

137
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-01-16
Summary:

Last night, Queen's Theatre screened 'Beyond the Rocks' featuring Gloria Swanson and Rodolph [sic] Valentino. The Manila vaudeville Company also opened their season at the Queen's Theatre.

138
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-16
Summary:

Gloria Swanson showed marked propensities as a practical joker during the filming of 'Beyond the Rocks,' her new Paramount Picture showing at the Queen's Theatre this week when she made Rudolph Valentino, her leading man, the butt of a practical joke which caused hearty laughter.…

139
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-16
Summary:

The members of the Associated Master Barbers of the United States are angry with Rudolph Valentino and have decided to boycott all films in which a moving picture actor appears with a beard of his own. Naturally the barbers, in making such a momentous decision, have an eye to business. Their…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-17
Summary:

The pleasure-seekers at Catalina Island were the recipients of a terpsichorean treat one evening during the filming of 'Beyond the Rocks,' the Paramount picture starring Gloria Swanson and showing at the Queen's Theatre during this week. The company, under the direction of Sam…