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: 1915-05-19
Summary:

The Perils of Pauline,' which deals with the adventures of Pauline who goes for a trip around the world was manufactured by the Pathe Phone Cinema Chine and screened at the Victoria Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-05-25
Summary:

The Perils of Pauline' was the chief attraction of the evening programme at the Victoria Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-06-08
Summary:

In securing the wonderful film, 'The Perils of Pauline,' the management of the Victoria Theatre has evidently judged rightly the tastes of the Hongkong theatre-going community. It combined the highest qualities of all that is notable in the best films and the Pathe actors were admired…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-06-09
Summary:

The principal films at the Victoria Theatre will be 'Harry the Swell' and 'On the Santa Fe Trail.' 'Perils of Pauline' are to be continued soon.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-06-11
Summary:

Two further episodes of 'Perils of Pauline' and the great film of the Olympic sports in Shanghai will be shown.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-06-25
Summary:

The Peril of Pauline' continues to be the principal feature at the Victoria Theatre. On Saturday Paddy Finn and Nutty Crockett will give a four-round boxing exhibition.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-06-29
Summary:

The Ways of Life' and further episodes of the 'Perils of Pauline' will be shown at the Victoria Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-07-14
Summary:

The management of the Victoria Theatre requests the public to obtain their tickets early for 17th and 18th episodes of the 'Perils of Pauline.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-07-23
Summary:

A grand benefit performance will be held at the Victoria Theatre on behalf of the poor sufferers of Canton, with the last series of 'Perils of Pauline' and also the latest war pictures. The next thrilling pictures to be staged will be 'Lucille Love,' 'Queen's Lover…

10
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-09-15
Summary:

At the Victoria Theatre is presented 'Lucille Love,' a new series of the magnificent sister-film to 'The Perils of Pauline.' New comic pictures and a drama will be exhibited as well.

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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: 1917-08-09
Summary:

Victoria Theatre is going to show 'The Shielding Shadow' tomorrow. This Pathe serial continues the success of 'Elaine' to 'Red Circle,' 'The Perils of Pauline,' and 'The Iron Claw.' The film is played by Grace Darmond, Ralph Kellard and Leon Bary…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-06-03
Summary:

The new Pathe serial 'The Seven Pearls' to be screened at the Victoria Theatre is a thrilling one. Artistes contributed to the success of the picture, apart from the interesting story of the serials. The story was written by Chas. W. Goddard, who wrote 'The Perils of Pauline…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-11-17
Summary:

The Come Back,' the principal item in the Coronet Theatre programme, is thoroughly deserving of the crowded houses it is drawing nightly. Harold Lockwood and May Allison have done an excellent work in the leading parts. Film plot included. The programme also includes Harold Lloyd's…

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Headline: Coronet Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-12-16
Summary:

The last chance of seeing Anatole France's great work 'Thais' will be given to patrons of the Coronet Theatre tonight. Some magnificent acting is seen by Mary Garden. Film plot included. Pathe's news pictures are very interesting. Local boxers will be interested in the films…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-04-09
Summary:

Here is a picture that should break all records in attendance. It fairly bristles with good features, the chief one being the star, Geraldine Farrar. 'Shadows' is at the Coronet. In addition to it, there is an interesting Pathe News, showing scenes from London, California and Paris,…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-05-01
Summary:

The Crimson Gardenia' is the most perfect film that the Coronet has yet screened. The musical programme that the Coronet orchestra supplies to accompany it is on the same high level. Owen Moore gives a good account of himself. In addition to it, there is a striking Pathe Newsreel and a…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-10-17
Summary:

Scarlet Pimpernel,' from Baroness Orczy's novel, was shown on the screen at the World Theatre. Dustin Farnum and Winifred Kingston take the main roles in the film. Film synopsis included. Pathe News and two good comedies are also in the programme.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-22
Summary:

Another Wm. Fox picture is now screening at the World Theatre, in which Gladys Brockwell takes the leading role. It is stated that some of the recent events shown in Pathe News are interesting, as well as 'Sticky Fingers,' a comedy in two parts.