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: 1917-02-01 - 1917-02-01
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 pm and for one night only, 'A Daughter of the People,' powerful drama of love, labour and redemption in 5 parts, featuring Saura [sic] Sawyer, Frederick de Belleville and Robert Broderick; the five part drama, with photo illustrations by Irvin Willat surrounds the life…

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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: 1918-09-09
Summary:

Rasputin was responsible for a combat between two producers and playing an important role in the latest Pathe serial 'The Hidden Hand' showing at the Victoria Theatre. One of the producers accused the other of taking advantage of his original idea. The serial has four stars, including…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-12-30 - 1918-12-31
Summary:

December 30th, 31st and January 1st, Annals of the War No. 54; 'Princess Romanoff' featuring Nance O'Neil, peerless Queen of stormy passion. December 30th and 31st, Mr. W. Gramby in his astounding scientific performances. Booking at Anderson's.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-12-30 - 1918-12-31
Summary:

December 30 - January 1. Annals of the War No.54. 'Princess Romanoff' featuring Nance O'Neil, fearless queen of stormy passion. Mr. W. Gramby performs. Booking at Anderson's.

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Headline: The Victoria
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-10-11 - 1919-10-14
Summary:

Tonight, Frank Keenan in 'Todd of the Times,' a fine comedy drama in five acts. Also Harold Lloyd in 'Billy Blazes, Esq.' October 11 Remarks: Matinees: today (2.15 and 5 p.m.), 'Lightning Raider' episodes 13 and 14; tomorrow, 'Fortune Hunters.' October 13…

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Headline: The Victoria
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-10-11 - 1919-10-14
Summary:

Tonight, Frank Keenan in 'Todd of the Times,' a fine comedy drama in five acts. Harold Lloyd in 'Billy Blazes, Esq.' Matinee: 'Lightning Raider' and 'Fortune Hunters.' October 13 remarks: William Fox corporation presents Nance O'Neil in 'Princess…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-10-11 - 1919-10-14
Summary:

Tonight, Frank Keenan in 'Todd of the Times,' a fine comedy-drama in five acts. Harold Lloyd in 'Billy Blazes, Esq.' October 11 Remarks: Matinees: Today 2.15 and 5, 'Lightning Raider' episodes 13 and 14; tomorrow, 'Fortune Hunters.' October 13 Remarks:…

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Headline: The Victoria
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-10-13 - 1919-10-13
Summary:

Today's special matinee at 5 o'clock, 'Princess Romanoff.' It is in many aspects a most noteworthy William Fox's production featuring Nance O'Neil.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-10-13
Summary:

The Victoria Theatre is putting on a holiday programme this afternoon, comprising a super William Fox production, 'Princess Romanoff,' the story of which is based on 'Fedora,' by Victoria Sardon [sic]. Miss Nance O'Neil plays the part of Princess, supported by a cast of…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-10-13
Summary:

The Victoria Theatre announces a special matinee this afternoon at 5 o'clock. The bill comprises a William Fox super production entitled 'Princess Romanoff' , a fine story of Russian aristocracy based on 'Fedon' by Victoria Sardou. Miss Nance O'Neil plays the part…

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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: 1919-12-31 - 1920-01-01
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m. only, J. Stuart Blackton and Albert E. Smith present America's daintiest actress, Anita Stewart in Robert W. Chambers' greatest story, 'The Girl Philippa,' a special Vitagraph feature in eight parts. Prices: $1.00 and 50 cents. 5.15 and 7.15 p.m., Nance O…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-12-31 - 1919-12-31
Summary:

Commencing tonight at 9.15 p.m., Anita Stewart in Robert W. Chambers' greatest story, 'The Girl Philippa,' a special Vitagraph feature in 8 parts. Prices: $1.00 and 50 cents. At 5.15 and 7.15 p.m., Nance O'Neil and Theda Bara in 'Kreutzer Sonata.' Illustration and…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-01-03 - 1920-01-06
Summary:

Today at 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents Nance O'Neil and Theda Bara in 'Kreutzer Sonata.' 5.15 and 7.15 p.m., Anita Stewart in 'The Girl Philippa,' a war drama in eight parts. Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-01-03 - 1920-01-03
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents Nance O'Neil and Theda Bara in 'Kreutzer Sonata.' 5.15 and 7.15 p.m., Anita Stewart in 'The Girl Philippa,' a war drama in 8 parts.

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Headline: At the Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-01-31 - 1920-01-31
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Metro presents Hamilton Revelle and Marguerite Snow in 5 breathless reels entitled 'The Half Million Bribe.' Also Billy West in the comedy everyone will talk about, 'The Band Master.'

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-01-31 - 1920-02-02
Summary:

Metro presents Hamilton Revelle and Marguerite Snow in five reels entitled 'The Half Million Bribe.' Billy West in the comedy everyone will talk about 'The Bandmaster.' January 31 remarks: 7.15 p.m performance 'The Romance of Tarzan.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-02-18
Summary:

A most attractive film is being presented at the Hongkong Theatre entitled 'Lest we Forget.' Film synopsis included. Another fine production from Gilbert A. Hamilton [sic] entitled 'Are Passions inherited?' will be screened at Friday's matinee. It features Dorothy Farley…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-07-10 - 1920-07-13
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15, the first Metro picture, Hamilton Revelle in 'An Enemy to Society.'