A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Coming Soon
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-05-18 - 1918-05-18
Summary:

The Lust of the Ages.' Opening date?

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-05-23 - 1918-05-23
Summary:

The three big productions of the year: 'The Barrier' in 7 parts, 8,000 feet, produced by the Rex Beach Motion Pictures Co.; 'The Mormon Maid' in 6 parts, 6,000 feet, featuring Mae Murray; 'The Lust of the Ages' in 7 parts, 7,000 feet, featuring Lillian Walker. Watch…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-05-23
Summary:

By arrangement with the Hongkong Film Exchange Company, Hongkong Theatre have secured the sole rights for China of exceptional films. The first is from the story of Rex Beach, 'The Barrier' issued by the Rex Beach Motion Picture Company. Another is 'The Mormon Maid' featuring…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-05-29 - 1918-05-31
Summary:

29th, 30th and 31st May, screening Pathe's photoplay drama in 6 parts, 'Red Haired Marie' and various comics. Saturday, 1st June, see the next exclusive film in 7 parts, 'The Lust of the Ages.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-05-29
Summary:

At the Hongkong Theatre, Pathe's photo-play 'Red Haired Marie' will be screened together with amusing comics. New programmes are always given, including 'The Lust of the Ages.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-05-31 - 1918-05-31
Summary:

The next exclusive feature, a 32-centimeter dramatic shot that has started the film world, Lillian Walker in 'The Lust of the Ages,' in 7 parts, 7,000 feet, produced by Ogden Pictures Corporation. Book your seats early for Saturday, 1st June. Dress circle, $1.00; first-class, 50 cents…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-06-01 - 1918-06-01
Summary:

Saturday, 1st to Tuesday, 4th June at 9.15 p.m. performance, screening the beautiful film in 7 parts, 'The Lust of the Ages.' 7 p.m. performance and also at Saturday matinees 2 p.m. and 5 p.m., showing 'The Barrier' in 7 parts. Remarks: Another ad. on page 10. 'The Lust…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-06-01
Summary:

The second of the series 'The Lust of the Ages' from the book by Aaton Hoffman will be shown tonight, starring Lillian Walker. Repeat performances of 'The Barrier' will be given this afternoon matinees.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-06-03 - 1918-06-04
Summary:

Tonight, screening the beautiful film in 7 parts, 'The Lust of the Ages.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-07-20 - 1918-07-23
Summary:

Tonight, showing 5th and 6th episodes of 'The Strange Case of Mary Page.' Also Gaumont Graphic and Comics. Wednesday 24th July, screening Paramount film in 5 parts, 'Public Opinion.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-07-20
Summary:

The 5th and 6th episodes of the serial film 'Strange Case of Mary Page' will be shown. Together with a comedy 'Hushing Scandal' in two parts, featuring Sydney Chaplin, and Gaumont Graphic. Paramount picture 'Public Opinion' will also be screened soon.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-07-24 - 1918-07-24
Summary:

Tonight, screening Paramount film in 5 parts, 'Public Opinion.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-07-25 - 1918-07-26
Summary:

Tonight, showing Paramount photoplay in 5 parts, 'Public Opinion.' Also Paramount Graphic and Comics. Saturday 27th July, look out for the great thrilling film in 8 parts, 'The Submarine Eye.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-07-21 - 1920-07-23
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15, Ann Murdock in 'Envy,' one of the 'Seven Deadly Sins.' The most romantic series ever produced.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-07-24 - 1920-07-27
Summary:

Tonight, McClure Pictures Corporation presents Nance O'Neil in 'Greed,' second episode of 'Seven Deadly Sins.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-07-24
Summary:

The second series of the film 'The Seven Deadly Sins,' in five parts, entitled 'Greed' will be screened from tonight to Tuesday next, in the Hongkong Theatre. The first, 'Envy,' has just concluded and the rest will be shown in regular course. Various new comedies…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-07-28 - 1920-07-30
Summary:

Tonight, Charlotte Walker in 'Sloth,' one of 'The Seven Deadly Sins.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-07-29
Summary:

The serial film 'The Seven Deadly Sins' which is now screening at Hongkong Theatre has attracted large attendances at the matinees and night performances. Last night the third series of this picture was given, 'Sloth.' Miss Charlotte Wilkin has the leading role.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-08-04 - 1920-08-06
Summary:

Tonight, Shirley Mason in 'Passion,' a most interesting story in five parts, one of 'The Seven Deadly Sins.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-08-06
Summary:

Notwithstanding counter attractions, the attendance at the Hongkong theatre has been very large during the week, and as the 'Seven Deadly Sins' series is coming soon to an end, and a new production from William Fox is being now announced, it is expected that the patronage will be…