A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1907-08-22
Summary:

The exhibition of cinematograph pictures being given nightly at the Cafe Weismann rooms continues to attract large audiences. Great delight is manifested in the comic pictures, in particular, whilst the more serious ones evoke great interest. The management is continually procuring new pictures…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1907-09-25
Summary:

Tonight only a special series of pictures will be shown at Weismann's Rooms. The programme will include 'A Slave's Love,' 'The Servant Hypnotist,' 'The Maniac Juggler,' 'The Dancing Swine,' 'The Nurse's Strike,' ' The Red…

3
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1907-09-28
Summary:

New films of Cinematograph Pathe will be shown in Weismann's Hall include the following: 'The Golden Beetle,' 'Sham Beggars,' 'The Charmed Umbrella,' 'A Crime on the Railway,' 'A Case of Arson and The Aeronauts.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-09-05 - 1916-09-05
Summary:

Screening of 'The Black Box' (8th episode), Nordisk's 'The Golden Calf', 'Jim the Mule Boy', 'When Dreams Come True', 'Soldiers of Misfortune', 'Bunny's Mistake', 'A Stolen Purse' and 'Double Crossed';…

5
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-09-06 - 1916-09-06
Summary:

Screening of 'The Black Box' (8th episode), Nordisk's 'The Golden Calf', 'Jim the Mule Boy', 'When Dreams Come True', 'Soldiers of Misfortune', 'Bunny's Mistake', 'A Stolen Purse' and 'Double Crossed'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-09-07 - 1916-09-07
Summary:

Screening of 'The Black Box' (8th episode), Nordisk's 'The Golden Calf', 'Jim the Mule Boy', 'Bunny's Mistake', 'A Stolen Purse' and 'Double Crossed'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-15
Summary:

A crowded house at the World Theatre greeted 'The Scarlet Pimpernel' last night when it was shown for the first time. Dustin Farnum takes the main role and supported by Winifred Kingston. Film synopsis included. Pathe's News is shown as usual and there are comedies and other films…

8
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-22
Summary:

The star film at the World Theatre this weekend is a five-part picture entitled 'When a Woman Strikes.' It is a tale of the wild West with a cast including Ben Wilson, Neva Gerber, Rosemary Theby, Murdock MacQuarrie and other film favourite. Film synopsis included. There is the usual…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-26
Summary:

The World Theatre's star film 'The Source' is an interesting picture with a plot staged in a lumber camp. Film synopsis included. Other films shown are the Gaumont Graphic and a very funny comedy. At 5.15, the star film is 'Melting Millions,' and first three episodes of…

10
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-11-16
Summary:

The star film at the World Theatre is a five-part drama entitled 'Betrayed.' Film synopsis included. Other films are the Pathe News and a couple of good comedies. At the matinees, two further episodes of 'King of the Circus,' featuring Eddie Polo, are being screened.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-11-30
Summary:

Desperate Trails,' is showing at the World Theatre. It is a good picture in every respect, with Harry Carey and Irene Rich in the principal roles. Film synopsis included. The Screen Magazine is shown, also a good comedy. At the matinees at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., two further episodes of '…

12
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-07-21 - 1922-07-24
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., William D. Taylor's 'The Furnace,' in 7 reels, starring Agnes Ayres, Milton Sills and Theodore Roberts. At 2.30 and 7.15 performance, June Caprice & George B. Seitz in 'Sky Ranger,' epis. 1, 2 & 3. Usual price. Booking at the Theatre…

13
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-07-21 - 1922-07-24
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., William D. Taylor's 'The Furnace' in 7 reels, with a cast of celebrities including Agnes Ayres, Milton Sills and Theodore Roberts. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., June Caprice and George B. Seitz in 'Sky Ranger,' episodes 1, 2 and 3. Usual prices.…

14
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-07-21 - 1922-07-25
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., William D. Taylor's 'The Furnace' by 'Pan' with a cast including Agnes Ayres, Milton Sills and Theodore Roberts. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., June Caprice and George B. Seitz in 'Sky Ranger' episodes 1, 2 and 3. Usual prices. Booking at the…

15
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-07-22 - 1922-07-22
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., William D. Taylor's 'The Furnace' in 7 reels, with a cast of celebrities, including Agnes Ayers, Milton Sills and Theodore Roberts. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., June Caprice and George B. Seitz in 'Sky Ranger' episodes 1, 2 and 3. Sunday, matinee at 6…

16
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-07-28 - 1922-07-31
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Realart presents Mary Miles Minter in 'Eyes of the Hearts' [sic]. Also, Smiling Bill [sic] Parsons in 'The New Breakfast Food' and George B. Seitz in 'Sky Ranger,' epis. 4 & 5. July 29 & 31 Remarks: Sunday matinee at 6 p.m.,…

17
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-07-28 - 1922-07-28
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Realart Pictures presents Mary Miles Minter in 'Eyes of the Heart.' Also Smiling Bill Parsons in 'The New Breakfast Food.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., George B. Seitz in 'Sky Ranger' episodes 4 and 5.

18
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-07-28 - 1922-07-31
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Realart Pictures presents Mary Miles Minter in 'Eyes of the Heart.' Also Smiling Bill Parsons in 'The New Breakfast Food.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., George B. Seitz in 'Sky Ranger' episodes 4 and 5. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-07-29 - 1922-08-01
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Realart Pictures presents Mary Miles Minter in 'Eyes of the Heart' and Smiling Bill Parsons in 'The New Breakfast Food.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., George B. Seitz in 'Sky Ranger' episodes 4 and 5. Sunday, matinee at 6 p.m., Bryant Washburn in…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-08-04 - 1922-08-07
Summary:

Today, Realart presents Justine Johnstone in 'Blackbirds,' The Baseball Game in Shanghai on 7th July, and Snub Pollard in 'Penny in the Slot.' At 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., June Caprice & George B. Seitz in 'Sky Ranger,' epis. 15 & 16. Usual prices. Booking at…