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: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-05-24 - 1918-05-24
Summary:

Tonight, the perfect programme, British Gazette No. 445, with all the news from home; 'The On-the-Square Girl,' the finest 5 part film ever shown in the far East; 'Luke & the Wild Woman,' a side splitting comedy in 2 parts.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-05-24 - 1918-05-05
Summary:

From May 24-27, 'The On-the-Square Girl,' a story of New York's fast set and of one girl who was on the square; 'Luke & the Wild Woman,' half-an-hour's fun in the Harem of the Shah; British Gazette No. 445.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-05-25
Summary:

It is doubtful if a finer all-round programme has ever been provided for cinema-goers in Hong Kong than that which was supplied by the management of the Victoria Theatre last night, and which will be repeated tonight and tomorrow. It contained news pictures, drama and sheer forces. The special…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-05-27
Summary:

An excellent programme was given on Saturday evening at the Victoria Theatre. The British Gazette and the five reel film 'The On-the-Square Girl,' and the comedy 'Luke and the Wild Woman' proved very interesting and funny. More amusing pictures including 'The Torture of…

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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: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-08-25 - 1919-08-28
Summary:

Gee, This is Fine' is what you will exclaim when you see at the Victoria. Pearl White in the 'Lightning Raider,' one of the biggest pictures Pathe's ever produced. August 26 remarks: Booking at Anderson's.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-08-25 - 1919-08-25
Summary:

Pearl White in 'The Lightning Raider.' It is one of the biggest pictures Pathe's ever produced, featuring Pearl White. You must not blame us if you don't succeed in securing seats on Thursday day; you should book straight away at Anderson's or be early at the Theatre.…

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Headline: The Victoria
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-08-25 - 191908-26
Summary:

Thursday night, Pearl White with Warner Oland in 'The Lightning Raider,' Pathe's supreme effort in photoplay production. Book straightaway at Anderson's. Photo and film plot included. August 26 Remarks: On page 5, another ad. on the film.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-08-26 - 1919-08-26
Summary:

Will be presented a superlative serial, 'The Lightning Raider' with Pearl White, the idol of all picture lovers, in the principal role. It is a beautiful film in every respect and Pathe's most supreme effort. Don't wait till Thursday for getting a seat. Ensure against…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-08-26
Summary:

The much-advertised picture 'The Lightning Raider,' one of the best of Pathe's productions, in which Pearl White, the worldwide known cinema star, takes the principal part, will be screened at the Victoria Theatre on Thursday night and is certain of success.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-08-26
Summary:

The much advertised picture 'The Lightning Raider,' one of the best Pathe's productions, will be screened at Victoria Theatre on Thursday night. The management expects a big rush.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-08-28 - 1919-08-30
Summary:

Pathe's peerless serial star, Pearl White with Warner Oland in 'The Lightning Raider,' episode 1st: 'The Ebony Blook,' episode 2nd: 'The Counter Plot.' Matinee: 'The Bull's Eye' (episode 15, 16 and 17). Booking at Anderson's. August 29…

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Headline: The Victoria
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-08-28 - 1919-08-28
Summary:

It is too important to be forgotten. Tonight the Victoria Theatre management are screening Pearl White in 'The Lightning Raider.' It is a superlative Pathe's serial and the best that Pearl White, the queen of the screen, has ever taken part in. Tonight you will see one of the most…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-08-28 - 1919-08-28
Summary:

Tonight's programme, Pathe's peerless serial star, Pearl White with Warner Oland in 'The Lightning Raider,' episodes 1 and 2. Today's matinee: 'The Bull's Eye,' episodes 15, 16 and 17. Booking at Anderson's.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-08-28 - 1919-08-28
Summary:

Tonight's programme, Pathe's peerless serial star, Pearl White with Warner Oland in 'The Lightning Raider,' 1st episode: The Ebony Block; 2nd episode: The Counter Plot. Today's matinee, 'The Bull's Eye,' episodes 15, 16 and 17. Booking at Anderson's…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-08-29 - 1919-08-29
Summary:

Tonight, besides the screening of 'The Lightning Raider,' there will appear two genuine artistes, Miss Blanche Rossetti, a wonderful soprano, and Mr. Baroen, a famous 'cellist, who have Wo Laurels in Australia and the East. Programme details included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-08-29 - 1919-08-29
Summary:

The premier house for good entertainment. Tonight's dual attraction, Pearl White in 'The Lightning Raider' and a programme of music by well known ‘cellist and songstress. Booking at Anderson's.