A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-08-23 - 1913-08-25
Summary:

Change of programme for 23rd, 24th and 25th Aug, the following magnificent pictures will be screened: the dramatic film 'The Power of Love' (in three parts), the comic pictures, 'To Save Her Mistress,' 'A School Romance,' 'Hello Central,' 'Wiffles…

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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: 1919-07-25
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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Headline: Victoria
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-11-06 - 1919-11-08
Summary:

The Victoria Theatre will show the great picture that will go down into history, 'Victory Celebration' at London-Brussels-Paris in four parts. Also the first episode of 'The Tiger's Trail' featuring Ruth Roland, a picture that is absorbingly interesting.

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Publication Date: 1919-11-06 - 1919-11-10
Summary:

From tonight till Monday, we present the great pictures that will go down into history, Victory Celebrations at London Brussels-Paris. Also, the first episode of 'The Tiger's Trail' with Ruth Roland in title role. Usual prices. November 7 Remarks: On page 10. Commencing 9.15 sharp…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-11-07 - 1919-11-10
Summary:

The Victoria Theatre will show the great picture that will go down into history: Victory Celebrations at London, Brussels, Paris in four parts. Also, the first episode of 'The Tiger's Trail' featuring Ruth Roland.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-11-07
Summary:

A very attractive programme has been framed by the Victoria Theatre management for four nights. A collection of vivid pictures taken in Paris, London, Brussels on Peace Celebration Day will be shown. In addition, there's the first episode of 'The Tiger's Trail.' There is no…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-11-07
Summary:

A very attractive programme has been framed by the Victoria Theatre management for four nights, commencing tonight. A collection of vivid pictures taken in Paris, London and Brussels on Peace Celebration Day will be shown. In addition to this, the first episode of 'The Tiger's Trail…

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Headline: Victoria
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-11-08 - 1919-11-10
Summary:

For the last time tonight, the Victoria Theatre will show 'Victory Celebration' at London-Paris-Brussels. Also the first episode of 'The Tiger's Trail' featuring Ruth Roland. Prices as usual. November 8 Remarks: Today's matinee: 2.15 and 5 p.m., episodes 1 and 2 of…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-11-08
Summary:

There was a crowded house last night at the Victoria Theatre, the programme being exceptionally good. The series of pictures depicting the peace celebrations were of a high order, being composed of four parts. First, the fetes in Belgium. Second, the march past to the Royal Tribune of the Inter-…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-11-11 - 1919-11-17
Summary:

Tonight! Second episode of 'The Tiger's Trail,' full of gripping incidents. A laugh-a-minute comic, 'Serpentin as Janitor.' November 12 remarks: Matinee: 'The On-the Square Girl' featuring Molly [sic] King. November 13 remarks: Matinee: 'The Fatal Ring…

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Headline: The Victoria
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-11-11 - 1919-11-13
Summary:

Tonight, second episode of 'The Tiger's Trail,' full of gripping incidents. Also a laugh-a-minute comic, 'Serpentin as Janitor.' November 12 Remarks: Today's matinee, 'The On-the-Square Girl' featuring Mollie King.

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Publication Date: 1919-11-11 - 1919-11-13
Summary:

Tonight, 2nd episode of 'The Tiger's Trail.' A laugh-a-minute comic, 'Serpentin As Janitor.' November 12 Remarks: Today's matinee, 'The On-the-Square Girl,' featuring Molly [sic] King. November 13 Remarks: Today's matinee, 'The Fatal Ring,'…

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Headline: The Victoria
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-11-14 - 1919-11-17
Summary:

Tonight! Ruth Roland in further thrilling exploits in 'The Tiger's Trail,' episodes 3 and 4. Harold Lloyd in 'Young Mr. Jazz.' Booking at Anderson's.

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Publication Date: 1919-11-14 - 1919-11-17
Summary:

Tonight, Ruth Roland in 'The Tiger's Trail' episode 3 and 4. Harold Lloyd in 'Young Mr. Jazz.' Booking at Anderson's. November 15 Remarks: Tonight 2.15, 5 and 9.15 p.m.

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Headline: The Victoria
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-11-15 - 1919-11-17
Summary:

Tonight at 2.15, 5 and 9.15 p.m., third and fourth episodes of 'The Tiger's Trail' featuring Ruth Roland. Also Harold Lloyd in 'Young Mr. Jazz.' Booking at Anderson's.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-11-17 - 1919-11-19
Summary:

3 days only. The Great Brackens, second tour of the world. A truly marvellous performance. Also, episodes 5 and 6 of 'The Tiger's Trail.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-11-17 - 1919-11-20
Summary:

3 days only, November 18th, 19th and 20th, The Great Brackens, second tour of the world. Don't miss the great rope walk from the stage over the heads of the audience to the balcony and back. Also episodes 5 and 6 of 'The Tiger's Trail.' Picture included. November 18, 19 and…