A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Empire Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-10-01 - 1918-10-03
Summary:

1st, 2nd and 3rd October, 9.15 performance, the distinguished Universal favourite Hobart Bosworth in that dramatic masterpiece, 'Colorado,' by the eminent dramatist, Augustus Thomas, author of 'In Mizzoura,' 'The Embassy Ball,' 'Arizona,' 'The Meddler…

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Headline: Empire Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-01-03 - 1919-01-06
Summary:

January 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th, 7.15 and 9.15 performance, 'Mystery of the Double Cross,' episodes 11 and 12. Also 'The Two Trunks,' another comic picture, and Annals of the War No. 4 (interesting events of the European war).

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-07-22 - 1921-07-23
Summary:

Wo Ping Theatre: At 5.45 & 9.45, 'The Devil's Passkey'; Poster included. The Coronet: Closed for repairs. The Kowloon: Thursday, Friday & Saturday at 5.30 and 9.15, The Great Chefalo. Also, change of pictures daily; Price included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-07-22 - 1921-07-22
Summary:

Woping Theatre: at 5.15 and 9.15, 'The Devil's Passkey,' von Stroheim's new wonder picture. Illustration included. The Coronet: Closed for repairs. The Kowloon: Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 5.30 and 9.15, special attraction, the great Chefalo. Also change of pictures…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-07-22 - 1921-07-23
Summary:

Woping Theatre: at 5.15 and 9.15, 'The Devil's Passkey,' von Stroheim's new wonder picture. The Coronet: closed for repairs. The Kowloon: Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., the great Chefalo, also change of pictures daily. Prices: 5.30, 80 and 40 cents; 9.15…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-07-25 - 1921-07-27
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15, 'The Devil's Passkey.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-07-25
Summary:

The Devil's Pass Key' being shown at the Empire Theatre (formerly known as the 'Wo Ping') and the performance takes place at 5:15 and 9:15p.m. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-07-25 - 1921-07-27
Summary:

Patrons are requested to visit the Empire, late Woping (opposite Central Market), tonight at 5.15 and 9.15, 'The Devil's Passkey.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-07-27 - 1921-07-27
Summary:

The Devil's Passkey,' von Stroheim's new wonder picture. Illustration and plot included.

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Headline: The Empire
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-05 - 1921-08-05
Summary:

Blind Husbands' is having its last performances tonight. Kowloon theatregoers are informed that this picture will not be shown at Kowloon. Many patrons missed 'The Devil's Passkey.' Do not miss this one too.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-09 - 1921-12-10
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15 & 9.15, Larry Semon in 'The Rent Collector,' and Frank Keenan in 'Smouldering [sic] Embers.' Kowloon Theatre: Friday & Saturday only at 9 p.m. and matinee Sat. 5.45 p.m., 'The Devil's Pass-Key.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-09 - 1921-12-10
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15 and 9.15, Larry Semon in 'The Rent Collector' and Frank Keenan in 'Smouldering Embers.' Kowloon Theatre: Friday and Saturday only at 9 p.m., matinee Saturday 5.45 p.m., 'The Devil's Passkey.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-09
Summary:

Paris in the first hectic excitement following the Armistice affords the setting for 'The Devil's Passkey,' the big feature attraction at Kowloon Theatre this evening. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-09
Summary:

One of the most finished productions of the screen is showing at the Kowloon Theatre in 'The Devil's Pass Key.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-12-09 - 1921-12-10
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15 and 9.15, Larry Semon in 'The Rent Collector' and Frank Keenan in 'Smouldering Embers' [sic]. Kowloon Theatre, Friday and Saturday only at 9 p.m., matinee Saturday 5.45 p.m., 'The Devil's Passkey.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-04-15 - 1922-04-15
Summary:

There are only two British picture houses in the Colony! The Coronet: Mayflower's greatest film since 'The Miracle Man,' 'The Deep Purple,' in 7 reels. Kowloon Theatre: Harold Lloyd in his latest comedy special, 'Among Those Present,' and Madge Kennedy in…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-04-15 - 1922-04-17
Summary:

Take a note of the splendid programmes they are showing tomorrow and Monday. The Coronet: Mayflower's greatest film since 'The Miracle Man,' 'The Deep Purple' in 7 reels. Kowloon Theatre: Harold Lloyd in 'Among Those Present' and Madge Kennedy in 'Day…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-04-17 - 1922-04-17
Summary:

The Coronet: At 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, 'The Deep Purple.' Kowloon Theatre: At 5.45 & 9.15, Harold Lloyd in 'Among Those Present,' and Madge Kennedy in 'Day Dreams.' Slightly increased prices.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-04-17 - 1922-04-17
Summary:

The Coronet: At 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, 'The Deep Purple.' Kowloon Theatre: At 5.45 and 9.15, Harold Lloyd in 'Among Those Present' and Madge Kennedy in 'Day Dreams.' Slightly increased prices.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-04-17
Summary:

Deep Purple' and Harold Lloyd's 'Among Those Present' will be the attraction at the Coronet Theatre. Besides, 'Day Dreams,' featuring Madge Kennedy, will be screened at the Kowloon Theatre.