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.

4
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: 1918-06-21
Summary:

The management of the Victoria Theatre has made changes in their weekly time table. The matinee programmes will contain items of the same night's performances. A serial film 'Judex' will start on Sunday next.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-07-01
Summary:

Despite the threatening weather, there was quite a good-sized audience at the Victoria Theatre last night, when the second and third episodes of 'Judex?' were screened. These proved most exciting, and a feature was the wonderful work of the boy actor 'Bout de Zan.' Apart from…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-07-05
Summary:

The 7th and 8th episodes of 'The Seven Pearls.' Serial film 'Judex' will be screened and there will be a performance by The Ginks and the company on Sunday. The American Gazette will be screened soon.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-07-08
Summary:

The Ginks' opened a bright season at the Victoria Theatre last night and delighted all who witnessed their program. Mr. Billy Watson, Miss Violet Harley, and Miss Jeanie James all gave attractive performances. In connection with 'The Ginks,' there were some cinematograph films,…

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Headline: The Ginks
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-07-09
Summary:

The performance of the Ginks at the Victoria Theatre was very good. Miss Violet Harley and Billy Weston became an instant favourite. The clever fooling of Sylvesters in their Military duet also gained hearty appreciation and the two episodes of 'Judex?' [sic] increased the interest.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-07-19
Summary:

The Seven Pearls' was shown at the Victoria Theatre. The programme contained 'Lonesome Luke' comedies, the British Gazette including several of the famous Bairnsfather cartoons and excellent music provided by the orchestra. On Sunday next episodes of 'Judex?' [sic] will…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-07-26
Summary:

The further instalments of 'The Seven Pearls' are increasingly exciting, featuring Mollie King. The rest of the programme was very good and was much enjoyed. 'Judex' will be shown soon.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-08-02
Summary:

A good programme was submitted at the Victoria Theatre. The conclusion of 'The Seven Pearls,' a comic 'A Lesson in Flirtation,' and a photoplay 'The Little Sisters' were shown. The final episode of 'Judex?' [sic] will be shown soon.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-08-05
Summary:

There will be a special matinee at the Victoria Theatre where two serial films 'Judex' and 'Seven Pearls' and comic films will be shown.