A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: The Bijou
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-04-01
Summary:

No subject is better calculated to display the merits of latter-day cinematography [sic] than the grand old love story, 'Romeo and Juliet,' the film of which is being screened nightly at the Bijou Scenic Theatre. Pathe Freres consider this picture their best. The Pathe 'Gazette…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-04-27
Summary:

Last night, the Victoria Theatre was crowded for the splendid benefit concert promoted by Messrs. Ramos and Ramos on behalf of the fund to aid the sufferers from the appalling disaster to the liner Titanic. The programme was an elaborate one, with music from the K.O.Y.L.I., Mr. F. Gonzales and…

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Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-06-16
Summary:

The new management of the Bijou Theatre is to be congratulated on the many changes it has made since it took over the building. The interior has been redecorated and redecorated, and by the introduction of many more fans, comfort and coolness are assured to its numerous patrons. On Saturday…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-07-19
Summary:

The programme at the Victoria Theatre on Saturday to Monday is notable for excellent films to be exhibited. These include the superb military film 'On the Steps of the Throne' and several very good comics. Misses Olga Montez and Kitty Raynor are still entertaining the many patrons of…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-10-07
Summary:

The orchestra for the Victoria Cinematograph Theatre was expected to arrive yesterday by the French Packet Paul Lecat but did not do so. It is believed the musicians will be here by the next semester. The Victoria continues to exhibit films showing the most recent world events and interesting…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-11-24
Summary:

The programmes at the Victoria Theatre improve with each change last week's offerings were a particularly well-selected lot and each was watched with interest. A feature film in three parts, 'The Money Kings,' is most absorbing, and introduces wireless, a hydroplane and various…

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Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-04-15
Summary:

The Bijou management announced the coming of dancers in 'The Gibson Girl.' The Sheridans' dancing was admired and the picture programme was excellent for variety, including the American newsweekly, Pathe's British gazette, several comics and a sensational story in two parts…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-05-28
Summary:

Michael Perrin' is the leading feature in the matinee which took place at the Bijou Theatre. Some of the comic films are really good, according to the report.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-07-22
Summary:

The Tragedy of the Four Devils' is the chief feature of the programme at the Victoria Theatre. The Keystone comic films are highly appreciated. 'Othello,' 'Sherlock Holmes,' 'Lucille's Love,' are to be shown shortly.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-07-23
Summary:

A grand benefit performance will be held at the Victoria Theatre on behalf of the poor sufferers of Canton, with the last series of 'Perils of Pauline' and also the latest war pictures. The next thrilling pictures to be staged will be 'Lucille Love,' 'Queen's Lover…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-07-31
Summary:

Sherlock Holmes' was staged last night for the first time in Hong Kong at the Victoria Theatre. 'Lucille Love' will be introduced.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-08-17
Summary:

An 'all comic' programme is being put on at the Victoria Theatre tonight. The selection at the disposal of the management is a large one.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-09-15
Summary:

At the Victoria Theatre is presented 'Lucille Love,' a new series of the magnificent sister-film to 'The Perils of Pauline.' New comic pictures and a drama will be exhibited as well.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-09-16
Summary:

At the Bijou Theatre the last series of the film 'Lucille Love' will be screened.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-09-17
Summary:

There will be a change of programme at the Bijou Theatre. 'Lucille Love' will be screened.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-09-24
Summary:

The serial performance that is being given at the Victoria Theatre is attracting many people. The 7th and 8th series of 'Lucille Love' with Nick Winter as the leading role will be staged.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-09-29
Summary:

Lucille Love and Keystone films are amusing and continue at the Victoria Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-09-30
Summary:

At the Victoria Theatre the serial performance of 'Lucille Love' has come to its 9th and 10th episodes. Tomorrow, the 11th and 12 episodes. 'The Boat Race Mystery,' 'Rocambole' and new comic pictures will be staged next week.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-10-05
Summary:

The feature at the Victoria Theatre is the continuation of 'Lucille Love' and a drama explaining a boat race mystery.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-10-07
Summary:

At the Victoria Theatre the 15th and last episode of 'Lucille Love' will be screened. 'Court Intrigues,' and a Pathe film 'Rocambole' will be staged soon.