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: 1921-09-09
Summary:

At the World Theatre is being screened one of the most powerful dramas seen on the film, entitled 'As a Man Thinks.' Leah Baird is in the principal role and the film was made under the direction of Mr. George Irving. The screening is an adaptation of the original stage play by Augustus…

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

As a Man Thinks,' featuring Leah Baird, will be shown at the World Theatre. It is the first of a series of pictures adapted from the successful stage play of Augustus Thomas. Henry Clive portrays the role of husband, while Mlle. Elaine Amazar acts as the artist's model. Others in the…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-11-11
Summary:

Characterized by splendid direction and acting is 'The Foolish Virgin,' the Selznick picture featuring Clara Kimball Young. Albert Capellani has adapted and produced this story by Thomas Dixon in his own style. The cast includes Paul Capellani, William Welch, Edward Elkas and Catherine…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-11
Summary:

The Foolish Virgin' is the Selznick picture featuring Clara Kimball Young. Meanwhile, Albert Capellani has adapted and produced this story by Thomas Dixon. In addition, Clara Kimball Young is supported by Conway Tearle, Paul Capellani, William Welch [sic], Edward Elkas, and Catherine…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-11-11
Summary:

Characterized by splendid direction and acting 'The Foolish Virgin,' the Selznick picture featuring Clara Kimball Young, comes to the World Theatre this evening. Albert Capellani has adapted and produced this story by Thomas Dixon in his own style. Other cast included William Welch,…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-09
Summary:

Olive Thomas, star of 'Love's Prisoner' will be the heroine of an original and fascinating detective story at the World Theatre today, with William V. Mong and Joe King as her principal supporters. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-10
Summary:

Love's Prisoner' is the attraction of the World Theatre this weekend. The plot is an original one and the story is well portrayed with Olive Thomas in the principal and a good cast. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-28
Summary:

The magnificent picture, 'The City of Purple Dreams,' in six parts attracted a large house yesterday at the World Theatre and is only to be shown for two days more, today and tomorrow at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. This picture is based on a novel written by Edwin Baird and was produced by…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-28
Summary:

The City of Purple Dreams' was shown at the World Theatre yesterday. The picture is based on a novel written by Edwin Baird, and was produced by Colin Campbell. Meanwhile, Thomas Santschi takes the leading role, together with Bessie Eyton and Fritzi Brunette. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-12-28
Summary:

The City of Purple Dreams' attracted large house yesterday in World Theatre. The picture is based on a novel written by Edwin Baird, and was produced by Colin Campbell. Thomas Santschi is cast in the leading role. Bessie Eyton and Fritzi Brunette were the leading ladies. Film synopsis…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-02-27
Summary:

World Theatre will screen 'The Follies Girl,' a five-part Triangle production featuring Olive Thomas, tomorrow. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-02-27
Summary:

The Follies Girl,' starring Olive Thomas, is to be screened at the World Theatre tomorrow. The picture is produced by the Triangle production. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-03-28
Summary:

World Theatre is showing 'The Cast Off.' It is also the last photoplay in which Bessie Barriscale appears under the Ince banner.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-03-28
Summary:

The Cast Off,' a photoplay from Ince's production, will be screened today at the World Theatre. The photoplay is written by C. Gardner Sullivan. Film plot included.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-03-28
Summary:

A fine 6-part photoplay from Thomas Ince's production, entitled 'The Cast-Off,' will appear at the World Theatre today.

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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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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: 1923-07-19
Summary:

William Fox presents Thomas Carrigan, in 'Checkers.' Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-07-20
Summary:

A special sporting drama 'Checkers' is now being shown at the World Theatre. This is one of William Fox's productions presenting Thomas Carrigan in the principal role. During the 2.30 and 7.15 p.m performances, the splendid serial film, 'The Fatal Fortune,' will be shown…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-09-27
Summary:

Booth Tarkington's name is sufficient to recommend to the masses any photoplay, but in the case of Florence Vidor in 'Alice Adams,' his name is doubly effective because nothing has been lost from the original in its transition to the screen. 'Alice Adams' made its debut…