A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-05-13
Summary:

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.'

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

The new Pathe serial 'The Seven Pearls' to be screened at the Victoria Theatre is a thrilling one. Artistes contributed to the success of the picture, apart from the interesting story of the serials. The story was written by Chas. W. Goddard, who wrote 'The Perils of Pauline…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-06-08
Summary:

Last night, the Pathe Freres' new serial film 'The Seven Pearls' was commenced at the Victoria Theatre, starring Molly King, Creighton Hale and Leon Bary. The actor's performance, setting and photography were greatly appreciated. Film synopsis included.

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Headline: The Victoria
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-06-12
Summary:

The first two episodes of 'Seven Pearls' and a Pathe Gold Rooster film 'Simon the Jester,' taken from the novel by W. J. Locke, featuring Edwin Arden, Irene Warfield and Alma Tell will be screened. New comics and British and American Gazettes will be screened next week.

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Headline: Picture Houses
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-06-18
Summary:

Both cinema theatres have been crowded despite the rain. New films will be shown together with subsequent episodes of several serials. 'Seven Pearls' is attracting big houses in the Victoria Theatre. A new star in 'The Angel Factory' will be shown. As for Hongkong Theatre,…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-06-19
Summary:

The 'Seven Pearls' serial film commences at the Victoria Theatre on Thursday.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-07-05
Summary:

The 7th and 8th episodes of 'The Seven Pearls.' Serial film 'Judex' will be screened and there will be a performance by The Ginks and the company on Sunday. The American Gazette will be screened soon.

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Headline: The Victoria
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-07-12
Summary:

At the Victoria Theatre, the 9th and 10th episodes of 'The Seven Pearls' were shown, featuring Molly King. Film plot included. Interesting items including Max Linder film, British Gazette and Pathe colour film 'Spitzbergen' will be exhibited.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-07-19
Summary:

The Seven Pearls' was shown at the Victoria Theatre. The programme contained 'Lonesome Luke' comedies, the British Gazette including several of the famous Bairnsfather cartoons and excellent music provided by the orchestra. On Sunday next episodes of 'Judex?' [sic] will…

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

The further instalments of 'The Seven Pearls' are increasingly exciting, featuring Mollie King. The rest of the programme was very good and was much enjoyed. 'Judex' will be shown soon.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-08-02
Summary:

A good programme was submitted at the Victoria Theatre. The conclusion of 'The Seven Pearls,' a comic 'A Lesson in Flirtation,' and a photoplay 'The Little Sisters' were shown. The final episode of 'Judex?' [sic] will be shown soon.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-08-05
Summary:

There will be a special matinee at the Victoria Theatre where two serial films 'Judex' and 'Seven Pearls' and comic films will be shown.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-11-15
Summary:

Pathe's new serial picture 'The House of Hate' is popular than the last few continued stories of 'The Exploits of Elaine,' 'The Iron Claw,' 'The Red Circle,' 'The Mystery of the Double Cross,' 'The Fatal Ring' and 'The Seven…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-11-26
Summary:

Miss S. Potapowich and Miss R. Tushynsker, the two Russian dancers, made their debut at the Victoria Theatre. A thrilling picture 'When a Man Sees Red' is also shown.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-11-27
Summary:

A thrilling picture 'When a Man Sees Red' will be screened at the Victoria Theatre. This film is produced by William Fox and featured William Farnum.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-11-29
Summary:

A packed house attended Victoria Theatre to see 'When a Man sees Red.' The film is full of powerful incidents with William Farnum playing the leading role. It is based on Larry Evan's well-known story. Film synopsis included. Completing the programme is an amusing picture '…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-12-10
Summary:

By special request 'When a Man Sees Red' will be screened on Wednesday night at 9.15 p.m. at Victoria Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-16
Summary:

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…