A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1912-05-02
Summary:

There appear the so-called 'talking pictures,' a synchronization of the cinematograph and the phonograph by electrical science, are already in craze in London and Paris. So premising have been these reproductions of plays and operas that two prominent producers, Charles Frohman and…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-08-24
Summary:

Denver, Col., July 12. – Billie Burke, the actress, has accepted an offer for $30,000 for an engagement of five weeks with a Pacific coast movie concern. At the time of the death of Mr. Charles Frohman, it was predicted that Miss Burke would be under the management of her husband, Mr. Florenz…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-04-28 - 1917-04-28
Summary:

On Apr 30, Daniel Frohman presents, Pauline Frederick in the great Paramount picture, 'Sold' in 5 parts; Pathe's British Gazette, The Great War; a screaming comedy, 'Entirely under New Management' in 2 parts.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-04-30 - 1917-04-30
Summary:

Daniel Frohman presents Pauline Frederick in Paramount's 'Sold'; Screening of Pathe's British Gazette, The Great War

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-05-07 - 1917-05-07
Summary:

Daniel Frohman presents Mary Pickford in 'Rags', story by Edith Barnard Delano, produced by Famous Players Film Co.; Pictures included

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-11-24
Summary:

Mlle. Marie Louise Sterling continues her season at the Victoria Theatre, and the opportunity of seeing this talented classical dancer should not be missed. In addition to this attraction, the Victoria is showing a special Golden Rooster film, entitled 'Sunshine and Gold.' This picture…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-06-20
Summary:

William Courtenay plays both on the stage and the screen. He is to be seen tonight at the Victoria Theatre in Pathe Gold Rooster play 'The Recoil,' supported by Lillian Greuze. Film plot included. He acted in 'Kick In.' and made his first stage appearance at 15 years old and…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-07-05
Summary:

Last night at the Victoria Theatre, the British Gazette is peculiarly interesting. Molly [sic] King is the star of the two episodes of the 'Seven Pearls'; while the comedy is amply provided for in 'We Never Sleep,' a two-part Lonesome Luke absurdity in which this eccentric…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-04-10
Summary:

The Victoria Theatre has a special attraction tonight when the film 'Lest We Forget' is being screened. The presence of Charles Frohman on that ill-fated journey has now become a matter of history. By his side was Rita Jolivet, who has given to the world not only his last immortal…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-04-10 - 1919-04-12
Summary:

Tonight 9.15 p.m., Lest We Forget, $250,000 gold production with a cast of 3,000 people. Immortalizing the sinking of the Lusitania and Charles Frohman's last words, 'why fear death! It is life's most beautiful adventure.' A mighty presentation of the causes that led America…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-04-21 - 1919-04-22
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., Pathe presents Bryant Washburn in 'Kidder and Ko.' Also Harold Lloyd and Bebe Daniels in 'Two Scrambled.' Matinee today at 5 p.m., 'Father and the Boys,' featuring Digby Bell. Booking at Anderson's.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-04-21 - 1919-04-23
Summary:

Tonight, Pathe presents Bryant Washburn in 'Kidder and Ko.' Harold Lloyd and Bebe Daniels in 'Two Scrambled.' Matinee: 'Father and the Boys' featuring Digby Bell. Booking at Anderson's. April 23 remarks: The management of the above theatre having let the…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-04-21 - 1919-04-22
Summary:

Tonight 9.15 p.m., Pathe presents Bryant Washburn in 'Kidder and Ko.' This is absolutely the most winning and the most thoroughly delightful comedy that this popular Pathe star has yet appeared in. We hope you will come and see it. Harold Lloyd and Bebe Daniels in 'Two Scrambled…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-07
Summary:

From Saturday up to 10th, a pathetic and fanciful story of the courage and resourcefulness of a child whose 'Gambler' father did not want her, is to be screened in the Hongkong Theatre, featuring Marguerite Clark in the 'Valentine Girl.' It was written by Laura Sawyer and…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-20
Summary:

After the last show of 'Immigrant,' Hongkong Theatre will present a charming story by Daniel Frohman in 'The Little Soldier Girl,' written by famous writer Charles Sarver, featuring the famous star Ann Pennington.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-10-13
Summary:

A special holiday programme has been framed by the enterprising management of the Victoria Theatre for the enjoyment of the public. The super William Fox production 'Princess Romanoff,' starring Nance O'Neil, will be on the boards. The plot is based on 'Fedora' by…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-11-01 - 1919-11-04
Summary:

Tonight, Helene Chadwick and Franklyn Farnum in 'Go-Get-Em Garringer,' a five-part Western drama, full of stunts, cowboys and desperadoes. Also Pathe's British Gazette and Harold Lloyd, Bebe Daniels and Pollard in 'Off the Trolley.' Booking at Anderson's. November 1…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-11-01 - 1919-11-04
Summary:

Helene Chadwick and Franklyn Farnum in 'Go Get'em Garringer,' a five part Western drama. Pathe's British Gazette. Harold Lloyd, Bebe Daniels-Pollard in 'Off the Trolley.' Matinee: Baby Marie Osborne in 'When Baby Forgot.' 'Max Sees Life' in 2…

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Publication Date: 1919-11-01 - 1919-11-04
Summary:

Tonight, Helene Chadwick and Franklyn Farnum in 'Go-Get-Em Garringer.' Pathe's British Gazette. Harold Lloyd, Bebe Daniels, Pollard in 'Off the Trolley.' Booking at Anderson's. November 1 Remarks: Matinees 2.15 and 5 p.m., Baby Marie Osborne in 'When Baby…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-11-15 - 1919-11-17
Summary:

Tonight at 2.15, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Harold Lockwood in 'The Come-Back.' Also Harold Lloyd and Bebe Daniels in 'Ring Up the Curtain.' Usual prices. Booking at Robinson's. November 15 Remarks: Another ad. on page 5. Metro presents 'The Come-Back.' Picture…