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: 1915-02-26
Summary:

Movies are utterly incapable of intellectual content although film like 'Cabiria' has some historical worth and offer educational value. – from 'January Atlantic'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-06-16
Summary:

England's National Theatre, Drury Lane, is occupied by the cinematograph. The War Office recognized the cinematograph and allowed it to visit the seat of war. The earnings of English film actors in America can indicate the size and resources of the film business. With its scope, the dignity…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-08-11 - 1917-08-11
Summary:

Coming screening of 'Cabiria' (1st - six parts) by the Itala Film Co.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-08-13 - 1917-08-13
Summary:

Coming screening of 'Cabiria', Pathe's Gazettes and Comics; Coming film: 'Shielding Shadow'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-08-13 - 1917-08-13
Summary:

tomorrow: Screening of 'Cabiria' (1st - six parts) by the Itala Film Co.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-08-14 - 1917-08-14
Summary:

Tonight: Screening of 'Cabiria' (1st - six parts) by the Itala Film Co.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-08-14 - 1917-08-16
Summary:

Screening of 'Cabiria', Pathe's Gazettes and Comics; Coming film: 'Shielding Shadow'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-08-17 - 1917-08-17
Summary:

Screening of Pathe's 'The Shielding Shadow' (3rd & 4th episodes), Pathe's Gazettes and Various Comics; Coming film: 'Cabiria'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-08-18 - 1917-08-20
Summary:

Tonight: Screening of Pathe's 'The Shielding Shadow' (3rd & 4th episodes), Pathe's Gazettes and Various Comics; Coming film: 'Cabiria'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-08-20 - 1917-08-21
Summary:

Screening of 'Cabiria'; Coming film: 'Civilization'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-08-21 - 1917-08-21
Summary:

Screening of 'Cabiria' (2nd half), Pathe's Gazettes and Comics; Coming film: 'The Shielding Shadow'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-08-22 - 1917-08-23
Summary:

Tonight: Screening of 'Cabiria' (2nd half), Pathe's Gazettes and Comics; Coming film: 'The Shielding Shadow'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-07-01 - 1919-07-04
Summary:

Tonight, showing 3rd episodes in 4 parts, Gaumont British film, 'Ultus.' Also various comics. Matinee 5 p.m. today, by request showing 'At First Sight,' featuring the beautiful Mae Murray. Booking at the theatre. July 2 Remarks: Ad. on 'Ultus' and comics only. July…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-07-05 - 1919-07-08
Summary:

5th, 6th, 7th and 8th July, showing dramatic serial story, 1st and 2nd episodes, Mary [sic] Walcamp in 'The Moon Child.' Also Keystone comics. Booking at the theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-07-05
Summary:

An extraordinary eighteen episode picture entitled 'The Moon Child' is to be screened at the Hongkong Theatre. The picture features Marie Walcamp of 'Red Ace.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-07-08
Summary:

The Serial film 'Moon Child' is attracting many people to the Hongkong Theatre, to see the daring feats performed by the famous actress Marie Walcamp. 'Her Strange Wedding' featuring Fannie Ward, will be screened tomorrow. The story is written by George Middleton.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-07-09 - 1919-07-11
Summary:

9th, 10th and 11th July, showing a fine picture with a beautiful star, Fannie Ward in 'Her Strange Wedding' in 5 parts. Also various comics. Saturday 12th July, continuation 3rd and 4th episodes of 'The Moon Child.' Booking at the theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-07-12 - 1919-07-15
Summary:

12th, 13th, 14th and 15th July, showing dramatic film in 5 parts, 'The Daughter of the People.' Also various comics. 16th, 17th, 20th, 21st and 22nd July, showing 3rd and 4th episodes, 'The Moon Child.' Please note: peace celebrations, 18th and 19th July, the theatre will be…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-07-12
Summary:

The third and fourth episodes 'The Moon Child' will not be screened at this Theatre tonight as previously advertised, but the dramatic play 'The Daughter of the People,' in five parts will be given instead. The theatre will be entirely closed on the 18th and 9th, for Peach…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-07-16 - 1919-07-17
Summary:

16th, 17th, 20th, 21st and 22nd July, showing 3rd and 4th episodes, 'The Moon Child' and various comics. Please note: during the peace celebration, 18th and 19th July, the theatre will be closed. No performance. Booking at the theatre.