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: 1913-12-27
Summary:

The approaching majority of kinematography may well call for a brief review of the extraordinary growth of the industry since that eventful day in 1893 when at the World's Fair, Chicago, Thomas Edison's kinetoscope was introduced to an amazed public. Facts about the picture industry in…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-05-13
Summary:

The Victoria Theatre is showing a championship boxing bout, Jack Johnson versus Jim Flynn, and other interesting programmes. Also, a picture in 10 parts depicting the loves and labours of the three heroes in Alexander Dumas' famous work 'The Three Musketeers.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-05-18
Summary:

The Three Mile Limit' screened at the Bijou is an attractive film. The Gibson girls are as lively and as much appreciated as ever. Further episodes in the fortunes of the one and only 'Max' and of his brother mirth maker, 'Wiffles,' together with the latest one and…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-03-13
Summary:

One of the local cinematograph theatres has been screening a film founded on a novel by Gabriele D' Annunzio. The manufacturers tend to produce morbidly sensational novels rather than dramatised or photographic representations of recognised plays. When Victor Hugo's 'Les…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-09-16
Summary:

Messrs Pathe Freres are preparing a grand film entitled 'The Exploits of Elaine' with Pearl White Pauline in the leading role. 'Lucille Love,' the product of the Universal Gold Seal Company is now being exhibited.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-11-05
Summary:

The war pictures 'The French troops in Argonne' will be staged in two parts, followed by the British Gazette No. 333 showing latest Paris fashions, and the coal strike, Messrs. Lloyd George, Arthur Henderson and Runciman at Cardiff. In addition, the most enthralling drama 'When…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-02-23
Summary:

The Nigger' is the next film to be screened at the Victoria Theatre. 'Les Exploits d'Eclaine' [sic] led by Pearl White is also to hand. This exclusive film is said to be far more thrilling than 'Perils of Pauline.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-03-01
Summary:

The Nigger,' a six-reel drama, will be shown for four nights. William Farnum is the leading actor. This is the first of a series Famous Player Co. films to be shown in Victoria. The film also scored signal successes at the London Shaftesbury Picture Palace and the New York Hippodrome. Later…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-04-27
Summary:

Pathe's masterpiece 'Exploits of Elaine' will be shown every Friday which contains several subjects. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-05-05
Summary:

The first two episodes of 'The Exploit of Elaine' produced by Pathe Freres Co. will be screened at the Victoria Theatre. The cast is headed by Arnold Daly, Pearl White and Childen Lewis. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-05-08
Summary:

At the Victoria Theatre 'The Exploit of Elaine' is attracting much attention. Dramas and comedies are also being shown.

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Headline: The Victoria
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-05-16
Summary:

The Exploits of Elaine,' 'The Foundling' and 'Dolly of the Dailies' will be shown at the Victoria.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-05-20
Summary:

The Exploits of Elaine' become more and more exciting as the various episodes develop. The programme includes 'The Poisoned Room' and 'The Vampire.' The programme contains amusing comic subjects and exciting Pathe colour film 'Tiny Jim and his Sister.' Pathe…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-05-22
Summary:

Many had to be turned away as there was not enough room to view 'Exploit of Elaine.' On Friday, two 'hooligan' disturbed the audience.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-05-29
Summary:

The programme comprised of interesting pictures by the Humphrey Bishop Co. The feature film of the weekend was 'The Exploits of Elaine,' the 7th and 8th episodes, film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-05-30
Summary:

The further 'Exploits of Elaine' at the Victoria Theatre are as exciting as the proceeding pictures, an interesting picture showing birds and animals from Brazil, adds to an already most absorbing programme.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-06-05
Summary:

The crowded houses of Saturday and Sunday again testified to the popularity of Pathe's wonderful film 'The Exploits of Elaine.' 'The Lady of the Camelia' [sic] and Charlie Chaplin's 'Caught in a Cabaret' will be screened soon.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-06-13
Summary:

At the Victoria Theatre, 'The Exploits of Elaine' are now nearing the end and the final films will be staged on Friday. Tonight, a fine drama entitled 'Under the Tricolour' will also be screened.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-07-01
Summary:

The new series of 'Exploits of Elaine,' starring Pearl White, commenced last night at the Victoria Theatre. Comedies are screened at intervals.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-07-10
Summary:

The new 'Exploits of Elaine' attracted crowded houses during the weekend. The programme included some good comic pictures.