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: 1907-11-30
Summary:

We understand that the booking at S. Moutrie and Co.'s for the entertainment in the theatre Royal this evening by the Cinematograph Pathe is brisk, and those contemplating a visit to a show are reminded to book as early as possible in order to secure a good position. The film is one of 6000…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-02-23
Summary:

The Alexandra Cinematograph invited a number of teachers to attend and view an exhibition of pictures of the 'Passion Play.' The films were beautifully coloured and much admired. The pictures will, later, be shown at a matinee for children.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-03-02
Summary:

The Alexandra Cinematograph had an excellent audience yesterday afternoon when the Passion Pictures were shown. The pictures will be repeated again on Saturday.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-04-03
Summary:

A matinee for children will be given today at Alexandra Cinematograph at 4 p.m. when the Passion Play will again be presented on the screen. A film illustrating the Olympic Games, held in London last year, will also be exhibited.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-04-12
Summary:

Owing to Good Friday, the Alexandra Cinematograph presented the films of the 'Passion Play' to a crowded house. There were no artistes at present at the show. The Chinese branch of the Y.M.C.A. rented the hall in Zetland Street to show the film on Sunday afternoon.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-05-15
Summary:

The pictures at the Alexandra Cinematograph, including those of the Russian cavalry and the Cossacks, are varied and of much interest. Performances by Miss Ruby Ray, Eugene Mack and Helene Thorne.