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: 1922-08-18
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-20
Summary:

A Very Good Young Man,' Bryant Washburn's new Paramount picture, will be shown at the Star Theatre this evening. Four leading women play important roles in the production, including Helene Chadwick, Helen Jerome Eddy, Julia Faye and Anna Q. Nilsson. Other members in the cast are Wade…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-10-20
Summary:

This evening, Star Theatre is going to screen 'A Very Good Young Man,' Bryant Washburn's new Paramount picture. With Helene Chadwick playing the leading role, Helen Jerome Eddy and Anna Q. Nilsson have equally important parts. The cast also includes Wade Boteler, Sylvia Ashton,…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-11-04 - 1922-11-06
Summary:

Saturday 4th to Monday 6th at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m. and Sunday matinee at 9 p.m., D. W. Griffth [sic] presents 'Scarlet Days.' Saturday at 2.30 p.m., Sunday to Tuesday at 7.15 p.m., the new serial, 'The Woman in Grey,' episodes 1st & 2nd. November 4 Remarks: On page 4,…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-04 - 1922-11-04
Summary:

Scarlet Days,' with Clarine Seymour, Richard Barthelmess, Walter Long, Carol Dempster, George Fawcett and Ralph Graves, a D. W. Griffith production.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-12-08 - 1922-12-11
Summary:

Today till Monday at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., Sunday matinee at 6 p.m., William S. Hart in the sensational drama of the west, 'Wagon Tracks.' Italian opera, open on 13th inst. Also Comedy and Gazette.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-06-28
Summary:

The clever combination Leeds and Le Mar, have been joined by two more artists, Bob Harper and Miss Betty Charles, at the Star Theatre. While the big picture in the Star is being changed to a wild west story entitled, 'The Fire Eater,' starring Hoot Gibson.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-06-28
Summary:

Harry Leeds and Miss Trixie Le Mar have made many friends in the Colony since they gave their performance at the Star Theatre, Kowloon. They have now been joined by Bob Harper and Miss Betty Charles, who have just arrived from India. The variety performance is being presented in conjunction with…

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Headline: Here He Comes'
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-06-29
Summary:

The performance of Harry Leeds and Miss Trixie Le Mar at the Star received appreciation last night. Supporting performers included Bob Harper and Miss Betty Charles. While the big picture entitled 'The Fire Eater,' starring Hoot Gibson and Walter Perry, proved to be a real thriller.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-07-30
Summary:

Rustling a Bride' is the attraction at the Star. It is a tale of the West. Film synopsis included. How things get sorted out in the end makes a very human interest film.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-08-23
Summary:

The Fighting Guide' is the attraction at the Star commencing today. The opening scenes reveal some of the most picturesque country obtainable even in the Wild and Woolly West. William Duncan takes the leading role. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-08-23
Summary:

The kiddies are going to get a real treat in the exciting historical Wild West drama coming to the Star, 'Buffalo Bill.' This picture is in 18 episodes. General Grant, Abraham Lincoln, Gen. Robt. E. Lee, Sitting Bull, Sioux Indian Chief, and all who helped to make early American…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-02-02
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-03-05 - 1924-03-08
Summary:

Tonight, Irene West and her Royal Hawaiians, 'A Night in Old Hawaii.' Also, Clair [sic] Windsor in 'What's Worth While' and Felix the Cat in 'A Pat Sullivan Scream.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-03-05 - 1924-03-05
Summary:

Coming Thursday, Irene West and her Royal Hawaiians at the Star, of course.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-03-05 - 1924-03-07
Summary:

Thursday, Friday and Saturday, twice daily at 5.30 and 9.15, Irene West and her Royal Hawaiians, 'A Night in Old Hawaii,' phenomenal instrumentalists, vocalists and dancers, including the world-famous, Princess Helen. In conjunction with an exceptionally good picture programme, Clair…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-03-05 - 1924-03-08
Summary:

Thursday, Friday and Saturday, twice daily at 5.30 and 9.15, Irene West and her royal Hawaiians, 'A Night in Old Hawaii,' phenomenal instrumentalists, vocalists and dancers, including the world-famous Princess Helen, a direct descendant of Queen Lil, and conceded to be the greatest…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-03-06
Summary:

Kowloon folk are promised a rare treat this evening when the popular Star Theatre presents a more than the usual rich programme. Not only will there be two excellent films, but there will be also a Hawaiian troupe direct from Manila Carnival. Irene West's Royal Hawaiians will present '…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-03-08 - 1924-03-08
Summary:

Today 2.30, children's matinee, 'The Eagle's Talons.' Tonight at 5.30 and 9.15, farewell performance of Irene West and her Royal Hawaiians, 'A Night in Old Hawaii,' phenomenal instrumentalists, vocalists and dancers, including the world-famous, Princess Helen. In…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-24
Summary:

Some people have expressed a mild dislike to pictures of America's Wild West. This, however, should be no reason for staying away from the screening of 'The Virginian,' which is running at the Queen's Theatre till Monday. Rolling pastures served only as the background, with…