A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-12-11
Summary:

It is probable that no film has ever been shown anywhere that created a greater sensation than 'Quo Vadis,' in six parts, which will be shown at the Victoria Theatre shortly. The enterprising management has also arranged for two companion films dealing with Ancient Rome, 'Anthony…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-12-22
Summary:

Patrons of the Victoria Theatre find plenty of thrills in the detective drama entitled 'In the Clutch of the Apaches,' which depicts, in four parts, the adventures of a child in the hands of an Apache gang. Some fine film treats are coming, including 'Quo Vadis,' 'Last…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-03-21
Summary:

The beautiful films that have lately been exhibited at the Victoria Theatre including 'Woman is Like a Shadow' and 'The Battle of Gettysburg' will be screened and 'The Last Days of Pompei' [sic] is expected shortly.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-03-31
Summary:

The Victoria Theatre is commencing with 'Quo Vadis?' and 'The Fall of Constantinople' while 'The Last Days of Pompeii' is going to be screened.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-04-13
Summary:

The famous picture 'The Last Days of Pompeii' is to be screened at the Victoria Theatre tonight.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-04-13
Summary:

The Ambrosia Cinema Co.'s film, 'The Last Days of Pompeii,' has arrived and will be screened at the Victoria Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-04-14
Summary:

The Last Days of Pompeii,' Lord Lytton's famous novel, unfolded a story with human interest, splendid costumes, realistic surroundings and perfect details. The production is a masterpiece which must be seen to be appreciated.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-04-20
Summary:

Large audiences witnessed the production of 'The Last Days of Pompeii' at the Victoria Theatre on Saturday and Sundays evenings.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-01-23
Summary:

There is a varied programme of pictures provided for the patrons of the Victoria Theatre this week. The final episode of 'The Terror of the Range' is to be screened together with 'The Yellow Ticket,' featuring Fannie Ward. And also a film version of 'Jack and the…