Question 1

What happened to a copy of this lost film in 2014?

Accepted Answer

A copy of the lost film was found in an old movie theatre in Hattem, The Netherlands in March 2014.

Question 2

How was the film released in the Netherlands to capitalize on Betty Balfour's popularity?

Accepted Answer

It was released as 'Squibs als Tip-toes; De Koningin van de Music-halls' to take advantage of the popularity of Betty Balfour's best-known character 'Squibs' in that country.

Question 3

Which prestigious theatre hosted the Dutch premiere of this film?

Accepted Answer

The film premiered in the Netherlands on Oct 12, 1923, at the famous Amsterdam Tuschinski theatre.

Question 4

What did contemporary press say about the film?

Accepted Answer

The Daily Telegraph hailed it as 'destined to take its place among the screen classics', and the Manchester Guardian called it George Pearson's masterpiece.

Question 5

Which 2019 festival featured this film?

Accepted Answer

The film was featured at the BFI London Film Festival in 2019.

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