A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-08-08
Summary:

Victoria Theatre will commence to screen a mystery film 'The Shielding Shadow' on Friday. In the past, Pathe's serial 'Elaine,' 'Red Circle,' 'The Perils of Pauline' and 'The Iron Claw' were very successful. This is the latest Pathe mystery…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-08-09
Summary:

Victoria Theatre is going to show 'The Shielding Shadow' tomorrow. This Pathe serial continues the success of 'Elaine' to 'Red Circle,' 'The Perils of Pauline,' and 'The Iron Claw.' The film is played by Grace Darmond, Ralph Kellard and Leon Bary…

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Headline: The Cinema
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-08-11
Summary:

To the Editor S. C. M. Post – With a reference to a letter criticising Messrs. Pathe Freres' serial picture 'The Shielding Shadow' showing at the Victoria, it is believed that the correspondent may not be aware that the film has passed the British Board of Censors.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-08-18
Summary:

Tonight at the Victoria Theatre will be shown the third and fourth episodes of a serial film 'The Shielding Shadow.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-08-21
Summary:

The Shielding Shadow' is at present the leading film at the Victoria Theatre. A series of a parody on the cinema gazettes was the most laughable and enjoyable of the items, 'Boob Weekly.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-08-27
Summary:

An interesting programme has been arranged at the Victoria Theatre for this week. Commencing on Tuesday a fine five reel film 'At Bay' with Florence Reed and Frank Sheridan will be screened. The 7th and 8th episodes of 'Shielding Shadow' will be shown.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-09-12
Summary:

A good programme was provided at the Victoria Theatre on Monday. 'The Shielding Shadow' was entertaining. Good class comics and artistic pictures were provided.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-09-22
Summary:

At the Victoria Theatre the last two episodes of the serial film 'The Shielding Shadow' will be shown tonight. The Annals of the War series is proceeding regularly and are very interesting. A great number of people are following them throughout with keen interest.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-03-15
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-03-22
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-03-22
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-03-29
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-03-29
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-04-04
Summary:

Trifling Women' a powerful story with powerful acting is the feature attraction at the Coronet Theatre. The cast includes Ramon Novarro and Barbara La Marr. Plot and production summary included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-04-04
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is going to screen a drama entitled 'Trifling Women' which promises superb acting, staging and filming. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-04-04
Summary:

Trifling Women,' this evening's Coronet Theatre feature attraction is a remarkably entertaining picture. It would be as terrible for sustained screen drama as Shakespeare's Lear is for sheer stage drama. This does not mean, however, that the picture is entirely sombre. Film…

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Headline: Audience's Fun
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-04-05
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-04-05
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is currently screening 'Trifling Women' which exhibits strong forcible drama and a great climax. Screen players like Ramon Novarro, Barbara La Marr, Lewis Stone and Edward Connelly were involved in making the film.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-04-05
Summary:

Analysing the remarkable feature attraction now showing at the Coronet Theatre, one could find many matters to ponder, for 'Trifling Women' is a picture with many unusual qualities. The first thing one notes is the superb acting and the striking contrasts the producer has been able to…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-04-08
Summary:

Rex Ingram's great feature 'The Trifling Women' now being shown at the Coronet. The brilliant film is starred by Barbara La Marr, Ramon Novarro and Edward Connelly. Plot and review are included.