The approaching majority of kinematography may well call for a brief review of the extraordinary growth of the industry since that eventful day in 1893 when at the World's Fair, Chicago, Thomas Edison's kinetoscope was introduced to an amazed public. Facts about the picture industry in…

The Victoria Theatre is showing a championship boxing bout, Jack Johnson versus Jim Flynn, and other interesting programmes. Also, a picture in 10 parts depicting the loves and labours of the three heroes in Alexander Dumas' famous work 'The Three Musketeers.'

The Three Mile Limit' screened at the Bijou is an attractive film. The Gibson girls are as lively and as much appreciated as ever. Further episodes in the fortunes of the one and only 'Max' and of his brother mirth maker, 'Wiffles,' together with the latest one and…

One of the local cinematograph theatres has been screening a film founded on a novel by Gabriele D' Annunzio. The manufacturers tend to produce morbidly sensational novels rather than dramatised or photographic representations of recognised plays. When Victor Hugo's 'Les…

Perhaps this was the schooling I received in old Daly's Theatre,' said Sheldon Lewis, who is a featured member of the cast in 'The Hidden Hand,' the Pathe serial which will be shown at the Victoria Theatre on Thursday, in which Miss Doris Kenyon is being starred. The old Daly…

Rasputin was responsible for a combat between two producers and playing an important role in the latest Pathe serial 'The Hidden Hand' showing at the Victoria Theatre. One of the producers accused the other of taking advantage of his original idea. The serial has four stars, including…

The programme provided by the management of the Victoria Theatre on Thursday and last night, and which is gaining to be presented tonight, is one that should prove a draw to a considerable number of people. Ever since the last stirring serial film shown at the Victoria ended, Hong Kong has been…

In addition to two exciting episodes of 'The Hidden Hand,' a two act comedy 'The Recalcitrant Bride' (La Mariee Recalcitrante) will be shown at the Victoria Theatre. The film version as presented by Pathe Freres.

There is no doubt that there will be large audiences at the Victoria Theatre tonight and tomorrow to see another two episodes of the 'Hidden Hand.' In addition to this, the programme contains a British and American Gazette and a screaming comedy 'Luke and the Mermaids.' The…

The Victoria Theatre announces the special engagement of M. Therese and Misses Senour and Gordon, who are to appear tomorrow night in characteristic and modern dances, mimicry and magic. The great photo-play 'M'Liss' will also be shown. Last night's display of films at the…

There was a large audience at the Victoria Theatre last night to see the 11th and 12th episodes of the 'Hidden Hand,' that sensational serial film which has received such a good reception in Hong Kong. In addition to this, the management has added to the programme a British Gazette and…

The Victoria Theatre popular entertainment hall has a most attractive programme for tonight, tomorrow, and Saturday. Those who have been following the 'The Hidden Hand' will now be able to see the final episodes. Then there is a two-part comedy picture, 'Max in a Taxi,' while…

Last night, at the Victoria Theatre, the last episode of 'The Hidden Hand' was screened. A film which is attractive because of its beautiful Egyptian setting is 'Cupid v. Woman's Rights.' Besides the British and American Gazettes, the programme includes 'Max in a…

The famous Griffith picture 'Way Down East' was surrendered this month to Mr. George Mooser, representative of the United Artists Corporation. It marked the first victory of the United Artists Corporation in the fight being waged against motion picture film piracy. For background…

Within last year (according to a writer in the New York Herald) there has been a marked lowering of salaries throughout the motion picture ranks, amounting in some instance to more than 50 per cent. A sage of Hollywood thus summarised the present salary situation. Several top listed actor and…

The last screening of 'Everywoman' will take place at the Coronet on Sunday. Monday will have Blanche Sweet and Harold Lloyd in a tip-top comedy and a film of 1922 Derby with a slow motion picture of the finish.

The winning of Captain Cuttle in 1922 Derby just arrived and is being screened as on the items in Coronet Theatre today. The rest of the programme included 'Her Unwilling Husband' starring Blanche Sweet and there is also Harold Lloyd in 'Now or Never.'