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: 1914-04-15
Summary:

There is an opinion on the modern theatre form the current member of The Church Times: 'I am afraid that if only we knew the facts today we should find that there are more people who object to the theatre altogether than there were in the drub days of the Victorian period.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-09-10
Summary:

New programmes will be presented, including Panama Exhibition film, at the Victoria Theatre. 'A Traitor to his country,' Warner's 'The Battling British,' Sardou's 'Theodoro,' 'Sir Highwayman' will also be shown.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-07-25
Summary:

The management of the Palisade Cinematograph Theatre Kowloon gave a private view to the Press of the British historical film, 'Sixty Years a Queen.' The film was well produced, well-dressed in its characters and is as faithful as a record from early to late Victorian periods. Film…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-04-22 - 1918-04-22
Summary:

For today only, the splendid all colour film, 'Pro Patria' or 'The Heroes of Belgium,' from the novel by Victorien Sardou. Note: owing to the length of this beautiful production, 'Pro Patria' will start at 5.15 and 9.15 sharp. Please be early.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-04-29
Summary:

Pro Patris, the great historical film which the management of the Victoria Cinematograph, in response to many requests, are reproducing for one night only, at tonight's 9.15 performance, is the film version of Victorian Sardon's famous novel 'Patris.' This beautiful coloured…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-04-29
Summary:

'Pro Patria' is reproducing for one night at the Victoria Cinematograph. It is a living portrayal of the historical figures and their struggles. It's based on Victorien Sardou's novel 'Patrie.' Film synopsis included.

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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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Headline: Flickers
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-16
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-03-19
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is going to screen 'My Wild Irish Rose.' Exhibiting the Victorian era lifestyle, the film is an adaptation from 'The Shaughraun,' an old stage melodrama. The film features Pauline Starke and Pat O'Malley. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-08-21
Summary:

For one night only, Star Theatre will be screening the British film 'Milestones,' based on the play of the same name by Arnold Bennett and Edward Knoblock. 'Milestones' was first produced by Frank Vernon under the direction of Messrs. Vedrenne and Eadie at the Royal Theatre,…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-16
Summary:

(Our Own Correspondent) London, January 8 – We have heard of domestic cinemas before, and nothing much has come of the idea. Hitherto, only a few wealthy folks have been able to run their own private films. But, among the Christmas novelties in the West End shops was a really cheap cinematograph…