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: 1916-11-15 - 1916-11-17
Summary:

Screening of 'The Million Dollar Mystery' (13th & 14th episodes), also Comic & Scenific Films; Orchestra under the direction of Prof. Gonzales

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-07-18
Summary:

The Hongkong Theatre is screening a thrilling drama in five reels from the Aquila Co. entitled 'Jealousy Incarnate' and comics.

3
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-09-10
Summary:

The Hongkong Theatre is continuing to attract many people with the two serial performances. The Chinese seem puzzled with Devil worshippers and yet they enjoyed it. The selection of comics is good and the different extras at matinees are attractive.

4
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-10-26
Summary:

A sensational Italian drama in seven reels 'In the toils of Hate' is being shown at the Hongkong Theatre. The continuation of 'The Purple Mask' will be screened with some new comics. The programme will be at both matinees.

5
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-11-29
Summary:

The managers of the Victoria and Hongkong Theatres announce that there will be no performance at 9.15 p.m. on 'Heather Day.' A programme that includes two interesting episodes of film serials 'The Grip of Evil,' a coloured Pathe film, and Pathe War Gazette will be screened…

6
Headline: Picture Houses
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-01-10
Summary:

An interesting film 'The Kaiser's Spy' in five reels is shown at the Victoria Theatre. At the Hongkong Theatre, a dramatic film 'Traffic in Souls' in nine parts is the chief item. Also, a new selection of comics and a serial 'Gloria's Romance' featuring…

7
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-13 - 1922-11-13
Summary:

The Coronet: 2.15, 5.30 and 9 sharp, 'Way Down East.' Kowloon Theatre: 5.45 and 9.15, 'Love's Redemption.' Fancy dress dance tomorrow at 9.

8
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-14 - 1922-11-16
Summary:

The Coronet: 2.15, 5.30 and 9 sharp, 'Way Down East.' Kowloon Theatre: 9 p.m., fancy dress dance. Tickets $2.00.

9
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-17 - 1922-11-18
Summary:

The Coronet: 2.15, 5.30 and 9 sharp, 'Way Down East.' Kowloon Theatre: 5.45 and 9.15, Constance Talmadge in 'Good References.'

10
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-20 - 1922-11-20
Summary:

The Coronet: 2.15, 5.30 and 9 sharp, 'Way Down East.' Kowloon Theatre: 5.45 and 9.15, 'The Dark Star.' Cabaret dance on Tuesday.

11
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-21 - 1922-11-21
Summary:

The Coronet: 2.15, 5.30 and 9 sharp, 'Way Down East.' Kowloon Theatre: 9 p.m., cabaret dance. Tickets $1.50. Booking at Moutrie's.

12
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-22 - 1922-11-22
Summary:

The Coronet: Your last chance of seeing 'Way Down East.' Kowloon Theatre: 9.15 p.m., 'An Eastern Westerner,' 'Strictly Confidential' and Topical Budget. Children's matinee, 'Adventures of Tarzan' episodes 5 to 8.

13
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-01-04 - 1923-01-04
Summary:

In the same class as 'Way Down East,' a Thos. H. Ince special, 'Homespun Folks.' Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-01-05
Summary:

Homespun Folks' will be shown at the Kowloon Theatre today. Except that it cannot boast anything so sensational as that wonderful ice scene it very nearly rivals 'Way Down East' in the sympathy and appeal of its intensely human story. Film synopsis included.