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: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1913-09-16
Summary:

A remarkable incident is reported from Whistable. During the exhibition of the 'Quo Vadis' films at the local picture palace one visitor became greatly agitated, and was overcome by his emotion that he fainted and had to be carried out of the building. It was reported that the visitor…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1913-10-07
Summary:

The article mentioned the strong growth of the cinema business in Great Britain and America. These important and interesting facts of the wonderful growth of cinema are given by Mr. Valentia Steer in his book, The Romance of the Cinema. Mr. Steer also mentioned the cinematograph has caught the…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1916-04-06 - 1916-04-08
Summary:

The drama in 3 parts, 'The Arch Villain,' on Friday, 7th April, 1916. Pictures including 'The Great War,' Keystone comedy and others. Charlie Chaplin 'In the Park' is coming on Friday, 14th April.

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Headline: Palisade
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1916-08-18 - 1916-08-21
Summary:

(Out-of-door pictures, location near post office, Kowloon) 'The Black Box' (by Universal) acted by Herbert Rawlinson. The first and second episodes are displayed tonight. Photo of the actor included. Programme including the drama 'The Bride of the Haunted Castle,' 'The…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1916-08-21
Summary:

The management of the Palisade will welcome free of charge all patrons who were compelled to leave the Palisade on Saturday night on account of the rain. The Band will again be in attendance tonight and the programme will include the great mystery film 'The Black Box.'

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Headline: Palisade
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1916-08-22 - 1916-08-24
Summary:

(Out-of-door pictures, location near post office, Kowloon) 'The Pocket Wireless' in 2 parts and 'The Black Box' (by Universal) are displayed tonight. Photo of the actor (Herbert Rawlinson) included. A drama in 3 parts, 'The Life of Georgi Carpentier' [sic],…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1916-08-25
Summary:

The fourth and fifth episodes of 'The Black Box' will be shown at the Palisade tonight; besides a powerful drama 'Comedy and Tragedy' in 3 reels, picture of Kitchener's Army, comedies, etc.

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Headline: Palisade
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1916-08-25 - 1916-08-28
Summary:

(Out-of-door pictures, location near post office, Kowloon) The fourth and fifth episodes of 'The Black Box' (by Universal) are displayed tonight. Photo of the actor (Herbert Rawlinson) included. A drama in 3 reels, Comedy and Tragedy. Picture including Kitchener's Army. Comics…

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Headline: Palisade
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1916-08-29 - 1916-09-01
Summary:

(Out-of-door pictures, location near post office, Kowloon) The sixth episode of 'The Black Box' (by Universal) in 2 parts are displayed tonight. Photo of the actor (Herbert Rawlinson) included. A drama 'The Wreck'in 3 parts. Drama including Under Desperation's Spur (by…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1916-08-30
Summary:

A String band has been engaged in the Palisade tonight in the Palisade. Besides the 6th episode of 'The Black Box' and powerful drama 'The Wreck' and several comics will be shown.

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Headline: Palisade
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1916-09-02 - 1916-09-04
Summary:

(Out-of-door pictures, location near post office, Kowloon) The seventh episode of 'The Black Box' (by Universal) in 2 parts are displayed tonight. Photo of the actor (Herbert Rawlinson) included. Dramas including 'The Single Act' (by the Lubin company) and 'The Vavasour…

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Headline: Palisade
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1916-09-05 - 1916-09-07
Summary:

(Out-of-door pictures, location near post office, Kowloon) The eighth episode of 'The Black Box' (by Universal) in 2 parts are displayed tonight. Photo of the actor (Herbert Rawlinson) included. Dramas including 'The Golden Calf' in 3 parts (by Nordrisk), 'Jim the Mule…

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Headline: Palisade
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1916-09-08 - 1916-09-11
Summary:

(Out-of-door pictures, location near post office, Kowloon) The eighth and ninth episode of 'The Black Box,' and the picture 'The Lion Hunters' are displayed. Comics including 'A Brand New Hero,' 'Double Crossed' and 'A Sky Pirate.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-01-31 - 1919-02-03
Summary:

February 1, 2, 3 and 4, showing a special Paramount feature in 6 parts, 'Temptation,' featuring the famous opera star Geraldina [sic] Farrar. Also, Gazette and Comics. Monday February 3, matinee at 5 p.m., showing 'Quo Vadis,' a drama in 7 parts. Tuesday February 4, matinee…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-05-05 - 1919-05-07
Summary:

3 nights only, commencing Monday, May 5th, a splendid Pathe Gold Booster play, Helene Chadwick and Antonio Moreno in 'The Angel Factory.' Also, a Toto Comedy entitled 'Do Husband Deceive.' This comedy is fully guaranteed for laughs, no matter if the temperature is 100 in the…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-03-22 - 1921-03-26
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Anita Stewart in 'In Old Kentucky.' Also British Gazette. March 23 Remarks: On page 5, another ad. on 'In Old Kentucky.' Film review included. March 26 Remarks: Sunday, March 27, Guazzoni (producer of 'Quo Vadis') presents '…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-03-29
Summary:

The Sack of Rome' continues to draw capacity houses at the Coronet Theatre. The producer previously produced 'Quo Vadis.' The Coronet Orchestra, with Mr. A. Scheninam at the piano, adds greatly to the enjoyment of this film masterpiece.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-03-30
Summary:

The Sack of Rome' is produced by Enrico Guazzoni, the well-known maker of 'Quo Vadis' and other famous Italian pictures. Plot and production notes are included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-01-09
Summary:

Coronet Theatre conducted a Popular Pictures voting contest with a prize of $50. Among the voting for two hundreds film, the following films were consider as the most popular selections, which included: 'Shoulder Arms,' 'Quo Vadis,' 'My Four Years in Germany,'…