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: 1911-10-03
Summary:

The great film, 4,000 feet in length entitled 'A Tale of Two Cities,' is to be exhibited at the Victoria Theatre tonight for the first time in Hongkong. This film is in three sections and the beginning of this historical and thrilling story, embodied in the first reel, arouses deepest…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-10-26
Summary:

The splendid film 'A Tale of Two Cities,' will by special request, be exhibited tonight and Sunday night, at the Victoria Theatre as well as at the matinee on Sunday. The programme will also include new pictures so that an interesting evening can be spent at this popular music hall.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1916-01-10
Summary:

The Victoria Theatre advertises a complete change of programme to commence tomorrow night. 'Wiffles and the Millionaire' is a side splitting comedy while a thrilling drama in two parts is also screened.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1916-01-12
Summary:

The Victoria Theatre provides entertainment with variety. 'Wiffles and the Millionaire' is a comedy, 'The Broken Oath' is a long dramatic picture. The 'interest' side is well maintained by films of the Bombay iron and steel industry, 'The Hidden Nest Egg'…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-04-22
Summary:

Today and tomorrow, Paramount picture called 'To Please One Woman' is the attraction at the Star Theatre. The leading role is portrayed by Claire Windsor. While a Thursday, there will be a double programme from two dancers Miss Mura Shipoff and her brother and an excellent film…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-09-09
Summary:

In 'A Full House,' the Paramount feature which will be screened at the Star Theatre tonight and tomorrow night, Bryant Washburn, the well-known light comedian, takes the leading part. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-09-10
Summary:

Local cinema-goers are reminded of the final show of the Paramount picture, 'A Full House' at Star Theatre today, which is starred by Lois Wilson and Bryant Washburn. Directed by James Cruze.