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: 1918-02-18
Summary:

The Tramp' featuring Henry Krauss will be screened tonight at the Victoria Theatre. Pathe's British and American Gazettes are really good this week and comic pictures are worth seeing. A well-known cinema serial 'The Fatal Ring' featuring Pearl White is expected shortly from…

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Headline: The Cinemas
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-04-15
Summary:

Seats were fully occupied at Victoria and Hongkong Theatre. In the twentieth century the role of a hero is played by a female rather than male and Pearl White fulfils every requirement in the 'Fatal Ring.' Film synopsis included. Many interesting films will be shown in the programme…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-01-10
Summary:

There will be a special matinee at the Hongkong Theatre showing a thrilling drama 'The Fatal Ring' in five parts and various comics.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-05-01 - 1919-05-02
Summary:

Commencing Saturday, 3rd May, 9.15 p.m. performance, Charlie Chaplin pictures: 'The Cure' 2 parts; 'The Fireman' 2 parts; 'The Floorwalker' 2 parts. This comedy programme will keep you amused from beginning to end. (Book your seats early.) Dress circle: $1.00. First…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-05-02 - 1919-05-03
Summary:

Commencing Saturday, 3rd May, 9.15 p.m. performance, Charlie Chaplin pictures: 'The Cure' in 2 parts; 'The Fireman' in 2 parts; 'The Floorwalker' in 2 parts. Book your seats early. Dress circle $1.00. First-class 40 cents. Saturday matinee and 7.15 p.m. performance…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-05-02
Summary:

From tomorrow, Charlie Chaplin comedies in 2 parts will be screened at the Hongkong Theatre, 'The Cure,' 'The Fireman' and 'The Floor Walker.' 'The Hungry Heart' will be shown with new comics at matinee and 7.15 performances.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-05-03 - 1919-05-05
Summary:

3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th May, tonight at 9.15 p.m., all comedy programme, Charlie Chaplin in: 'The Fireman' in 2 parts; 'The Floorwalker' in 2 parts; 'The Cure' in 2 parts. Saturday matinee and 7.15 p.m. performance, showing 'The Hungry Heart,' drama in 5…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-05-05 - 1919-05-05
Summary:

May 3, 4, 5 and 6, 9.15 p.m. tonight, all comedy programme, Charlie Chaplin in: 'The Fireman,' 2 parts; 'The Floorwalker,' 2 parts; 'The Cure,' 2 parts. Saturday matinee and 7.15 p.m. performance, showing 'The Hungry Heart,' drama 5 parts.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-05-10 - 1919-05-13
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., drama, 'The Hungry Heart' in 5 parts and various comics. Matinees: today at 5 p.m., Monday and Tuesday at 5.15 p.m., showing Charlie Chaplin pictures. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-05-10 - 1919-05-12
Summary:

Tonight 9.15 p.m., (drama) 'The Hungry Heart' (5 parts) and various Comics. Matinee Saturday at 5 p.m., Monday and Tuesday at 5.15, showing Charlie Chaplin Pictures. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-05-13
Summary:

Screening of 'The Hungry Heart' and 'Fatty' was very amusing. 'What Happened to Jones?' will be screened tomorrow.

12
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-08-04
Summary:

The management of the Hongkong Theatre is presenting a magnificent and costly films from the World Film Corporation of New York, entitled 'One of Millions,' featuring the renowned actress Laura Sawyer. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-08-05 - 1919-08-06
Summary:

August 6, 7 and 8, showing dramatic film in 4 parts, 'One of Millions' and various Comics. Saturday 9th, see 9th and 10th episodes of 'The Moon Child.' Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-08-06 - 1919-08-07
Summary:

6th, 7th and 8th August, showing dramatic film in 4 parts, 'One of Millions' and various comics. Saturday 9th August, see 9th and 10th episodes of 'The Moon Child.' Booking at the theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-08-07 - 1919-08-08
Summary:

Tonight, 9.15 p.m. performance, showing 'One of Millions' (4 parts) and Comics. 7.15 p.m. performance, showing a new serial, 1st, 2nd and 3rd episodes of 'The Bull's Eye.' Booking at the Theatre.

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

Tonight 9.15 p.m. performance, showing 'One of Millions' in 4 parts and comics. 7.15 p.m. performance, showing a new serial, 1st, 2nd and 3rd episodes of 'The Bull's Eye.' Booking at the theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-08-08
Summary:

The Hongkong Theatre will show 'Bull's Eye' this afternoon. There are several programmes, including a film 'Moon Child' and a drama 'One of the millions.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-08-09 - 1919-08-09
Summary:

Saturday 9th and Monday 11th August, showing 9th and 10th episodes of 'The Moon Child' and comics. Sunday's matinee at 6 p.m., showing 'One of Millions.' Booking at the theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-08-09
Summary:

Hongkong Theatre is showing the 9th and 10th episodes of the magnificent serial film 'The Moon Child.' The programme includes screening of 'One of Millions' and 'Bull's Eye.' Some exceptionally good comedies will be screened at intervals.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-08-09 - 1919-08-11
Summary:

Saturday 9th and Monday 11th, August, showing 9th and 10th episodes of 'The Moon Child' and Comics. Sunday matinee at 6 p.m., showing 'One of Millions.' Booking at the Theatre.