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: 1917-05-15
Summary:

An excellent programme was provided at the Hongkong Theatre last night, including a new Wiffles picture which proved a magnificent laugh-producer. Tonight, the management is giving a special show on behalf of the Hong Kong Aeroplane Fund. The programme will include some unusually good films – a…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-01-20
Summary:

The principal picture being shown in Hongkong Theatre this week is 'Kindling' with Charlotte Walker and Maggie Schultz in the cast. A Gazette and a Comic picture are also in the programme. This afternoon they will screen 5-part dramatic picture 'The Golden Sword Knot' and…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-12-09
Summary:

The first screening of 'Barbary Sheep' at the Hongkong Theatre yesterday was marked by a crowded attendance to witness what was a magnificent production. With that artistic touch which has characterised his other productions. Tourneur has succeeded in holding the interest of the…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-12-09
Summary:

There was a good house at the Hongkong Kinema Theatre last night when 'Barbary Sheep,' a 6-part picture featuring Elsie Ferguson in the leading role was screened for the first time. This is a screen version of Robert Hichens' romantic story of Algeria.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-12-10
Summary:

Starring Miss Elsie Ferguson, 'Barbary Sheep,' a dramatization of the novel by Robert Hichens, which is at the Hongkong Theatre until this evening, is a great production.