A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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101
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-08-14
Summary:

The current programme at the Victoria Theatre is one that should meet with a good deal of appreciation, comprising as it does a fine three-part film 'The Storm,' a picture which, besides good acting to recommend it, is based on a very attractive plot and provides some good situations.…

102
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-08-16 - 1918-08-17
Summary:

August 16-18. Gladys Hulette and Paul Clerget in 'A Crooked Romance.' British Gazette No.456 and American Gazette No.72. 'Beat It.' Harold Lloyd in one of his funniest comedies.

103
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-08-17
Summary:

That very charming picture star, Gladys Hulette, has created such a favourable impression on Hong Kong audiences for her versatility, exceptionally good acting and engaging charm, that any films in which she appears to make an instant appeal. The management of the Victoria Theatre has secured…

104
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-08-19 - 1918-08-21
Summary:

August 19-21. 'The Shadow of the Past.' American Gazette No. 73. Annals of the War No. 30 and 'Bashful,' another Harold Lloyd success.

105
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-08-23
Summary:

There was an absolutely crowded house at the Victoria Theatre last night, when the special attraction provided was the great five-part film, 'The Mark of Cain.' The main feature is the very clever acting of Mrs. Vernon Castle, who has the leading role, and who is seconded by Mr.…

106
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-08-29 - 1918-08-31
Summary:

August 29-31. 'The Labyrinth.' British Gazette No. 460. 'Luke's Honeymoon' [sic]. Sunday, 'The Light that Failed.'

107
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-09-02 - 1918-09-03
Summary:

September 2-4. Geraldine O'Brien in 'A Woman's Fight.' American Gazette No. 77. 'The Reformers.'

108
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-09-03
Summary:

The large audiences which assembled at the Victoria Theatre last night thoroughly enjoyed the admirably varied programme submitted. The main feature was the five-part film, 'A Woman's Fight,' in which the leading character was portrayed by Miss Geraldine O' Brien. Other…

109
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-09-06 - 1918-09-09
Summary:

September 6-7. 'Wounded to the Heart.' 'Fighting in Mesopotamia.' American Gazette No. 464.

110
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-09-07
Summary:

Wounded to the Heart' is the title of a three-part film which is being shown by the management at the Victoria Theatre tonight. This picture, with the British Gazette and a Pathe colour film, occupies the whole of the first half of the programme. For the second, an extraordinarily…

111
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-09-10 - 1918-09-11
Summary:

Tonight, a programme that you cannot afford to miss Thurber and Thurber (from the Coliseum Theatre, London), General Allenby's Entry into Jerusalem (the picture of an epoch-making event in the history of the world), American Gazette No. 79, Baby Marie Osborne in 'Daddy's Girl.…

112
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-09-10
Summary:

For variety and general excellence, it would be impossible to surpass the programme supplied by the management of the Victoria Theatre last night and which is being repeated tonight. The films were of a very high standard, while an additional feature was provided by the clever and entertaining…

113
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-09-12 - 1918-09-14
Summary:

September 12-15. Performance. 'The Hidden Hand' episode one and two. Harold Lloyd in 'Love, Laughs and Lather.' British Gazette No.462.

114
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-09-14
Summary:

The programme provided by the management of the Victoria Theatre on Thursday and last night, and which is gaining to be presented tonight, is one that should prove a draw to a considerable number of people. Ever since the last stirring serial film shown at the Victoria ended, Hong Kong has been…

115
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-09-17
Summary:

There was a large house at the Victoria Theatre last night when the beautiful film 'Ambition' was screened. The chief character is Miss Ruth Roland, who scored such a success in the 'Red Circle.' Another item of interest was the appearance of 'Morango,' who is a…

116
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-09-19 - 1918-09-21
Summary:

September 19-22. 'The Hidden Land' episode 3 'The Isle of Dread,' episode 4 'The False Locket.' 'Move on,' Harold Lloyd comedy. British Gazette No.465-466.

117
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-09-25 - 1918-09-28
Summary:

September 26-29. Performance. 'The Hidden Hand' episode 6 and 7. 'Boarder Busters,' Rolin Comedy. British Gazette No. 467.

118
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-09-30 - 1918-10-01
Summary:

September 30- October 2. Performance. 'The Last Man.' 'The Amateur Plumber.' 'That Minstrel Man.' American Gazette No.84.

119
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-10-01
Summary:

The film 'The Last Man,' which was shown at the Victoria Theatre last night, will be screened tonight and tomorrow night. Film synopsis included. Two good comic pictures and an American Gazette were also shown.

120
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-10-02 - 1918-10-05
Summary:

October 4-5. Performance. 'The Hidden Hand' episodes 7 and 8. Wiffles in a great two-part comedy 'The Recalcitrant Bride.' British Gazette No.468.