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: 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: 1919-06-18
Summary:

cinema-goers are reminded that 'Moral Suicide' will be screened by special request at the Victoria Theatre at the matinee this afternoon. 'Cupid By Proxy' featuring Baby Marie Osborne will be screened soon.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-06-19 - 1919-06-24
Summary:

Tonight, 'Cupid by Proxy' with Baby Marie Osborne in title role. A musical treat by Italian artistes. Matinee: 'The Education of Mr. Pipp' (Five parts) Miss Faye in an acrobatic dance and newest songs. June 20 remarks: 'Hands Up' episode 11 and 12. A most laughable…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-06-19 - 1919-06-19
Summary:

Those who love children and wish to witness versatile acting by little folks should see (tonight) 'Cupid by Proxy' with Baby Marie Osborne in title role. A delightful musical treat by Italian artistes. Today's matinee, 'The Education of Mr. Pipp' in five parts. Miss Faye…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-19 - 1919-06-20
Summary:

Those who love children and wish to witness versatile acting by little folks should see, (tonight) 'Cupid By Proxy,' with Baby Marie Osborne in title role. A delightful, musical treat by Italian artistes: song, mandolin, flute, contrabass, etc. Today's matinee, 'The Education…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-06-20 - 1919-06-20
Summary:

Those who love children and wish to witness versatile acting by little folks should see (tonight) 'Cupid by Proxy' with Baby Marie Osborne in title role. Matinee, Saturday 2.15 and 5 p.m., 'Hands Up' episodes 11 and 12, and a most laughable Harold Lloyd comedy.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-06-21 - 1919-06-21
Summary:

Tonight, 'Cupid by Proxy' with Baby Marie Osborne in title role. Italian artistes, Prof. Mannelli and Miss Fany in musical programme. Today (Saturday) matinee (2.15 and 5 p.m.) 'Hands Up' episodes 11 and 12. Tomorrow (Sunday) matinee at 6 p.m., 'The Mark of Cain'…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-06-23 - 1919-06-24
Summary:

Tonight, the most thrilling episodes of 'Hands Up': episode 13, 'The Third and Last Warning' and episode 14, 'The Oracle's Decree.' A beautiful and a side splitting Harold Lloyd comedy. Matinee: Baby Marie Osborne in 'Cupid by Proxy.' Miss Faye in…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-06-23 - 1919-06-25
Summary:

Tonight, more thrilling episodes of 'Hands Up,' episodes 13 and 14. Also beautiful scenic and a side-splitting Harold Lloyd comedy. Wednesday matinee, Baby Marie Osborne in 'Cupid by Proxy.' Miss Faye in Eastern dance and new songs. Booking at Anderson's.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-06-23
Summary:

On Wednesday, at the matinee, the Victoria Theatre management is putting on 'Cupid by Proxy,' a picture which has an instantaneous appeal to all lovers of little folks. The principal characters are this photoplay are children, with the world famous little Marie Osborne in the title…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-23 - 1919-06-25
Summary:

Tonight, more thrilling episodes of 'Hands Up,' episode 13: 'The Third and Last Warning,' and episode 14: 'The Oracle's Decree.' A beautiful scenic and side splitting Harold Lloyd Comedy. Wednesday matinee, Baby Marie Osborne in 'Cupid by Proxy.'…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-06-24 - 1919-06-25
Summary:

On Wednesday afternoon (5.15 p.m. matinee), and bring the children along, 'Cupid by Proxy' is essentially a picture for all lovers of children. It is a piece of remarkable acting by little folks. Come and see Miss Faye in a delightful Eastern dance and hear her in new songs.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-07-25
Summary:

The fifth and sixth episodes of the serial film 'The Moon Child' will be screened at the Hongkong Theatre at the matinee and 7.15 p.m. performance next Saturday. At night, the production by Thomas Dixon, entitled 'The Fall of a Nation' will be shown for the first time. The…

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Headline: A Fine Film
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-07-31
Summary:

D. W. Griffith's 'Intolerance,' which is to be the attraction at the Coronet Theatre for three nights commencing tomorrow, Friday, has been playing to capacity houses wherever shown. The production to be given here is an exact duplicate of that used in the Liberty Theatre, New…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-08-01
Summary:

The Birth of a Nation' was a tax upon self-control, but far more wearing upon a director must have been in the preparation of the spectacle 'Intolerance' which, at the Coronet Theatre promises to be the sensation of the season. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-12-05
Summary:

The beginning of the winter finds the British film in a much stronger position. The article included opinions from Mr. William A. Brady and also talked about the British productions. One of the most important development is the formation of the Alliance Company, which has purchased probably the…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-12-24
Summary:

A screen classic that critics have placed in the same category with 'The Birth of a Nation' and 'Hearts of the World' has been produced under the title of 'The Hearts of Humanity.' It will be exhibited at the Coronet tomorrow with Dorothy Philips in the principal…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-04-26 - 1920-04-26
Summary:

On Broadway, a line three blocks long waited at the strand theatre to see D. W. Griffith's 'The Great Love,' Artcraft Pictures. David Wark Griffith, producer of 'The Birth of a Nation,' 'Intolerance,' 'Hearts of the World' and 'Broken Blossoms…

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Headline: Club de Recreio
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-10-18 - 1920-10-18
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., Baby Marie Osborne in 'Cupid by Proxy.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-02-24
Summary:

A glimpse of Harold Lloyd in his comedy 'High and Dizzy' and another good picture starring Mae Marsh, 'The Beloved Traitor' are showing today and tomorrow in Coronet Theatre. Noted that Miss Marsh made her fame in Griffith's great picture 'The Birth of a Nation.…