A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
Displaying 1 - 20 of 55
1
Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-06-16 - 1915-06-18
Summary:

On June 16, 17, and 18, the great magnificent drama 'A $4,000,000 Dowry' in 4 parts - 6,000 feet also Hongkong & Canton in moving picture; On June 19, another magnificent & powerful drama 'A Woman Accursed' in 4 parts.

2
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-06-06 - 1918-06-06
Summary:

Tonight, a complete change of programme: all-comedy night. Bell's Vaudeville in new songs and dances. Also Max Linder, Wiffles and Lonesome Luke. Booking at Anderson's.

3
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-06-20 - 1919-06-20
Summary:

Those who love children and wish to witness versatile acting by little folks should see (tonight) 'Cupid by Proxy' with Baby Marie Osborne in title role. Matinee, Saturday 2.15 and 5 p.m., 'Hands Up' episodes 11 and 12, and a most laughable Harold Lloyd comedy.

4
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-06-23 - 1919-06-25
Summary:

Tonight, more thrilling episodes of 'Hands Up,' episodes 13 and 14. Also beautiful scenic and a side-splitting Harold Lloyd comedy. Wednesday matinee, Baby Marie Osborne in 'Cupid by Proxy.' Miss Faye in Eastern dance and new songs. Booking at Anderson's.

5
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-08-11 - 1919-08-11
Summary:

Tonight's programme, 'The Candy Girl,' a sweet picture featuring Miss Gladys Hulette. Also string band from S. S. Colombia, a Harold Lloyd comedy and 'Surrender of German Warships.'

6
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-09-11 - 1919-09-13
Summary:

September 11th, 12th and 13th at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Metro presents Harold Lockwood in 'The Masked Rider' and Harold Lloyd comedy. Booking at Robinson's.

7
Headline: Don't Forget
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-09-11 - 1919-09-11
Summary:

The fifth and sixth episodes of 'The Lightning Raider' are being shown tonight, for the first time, at the Victoria Theatre. You will also see the most daring feat accomplished by Pearl White. Another budget of world news and a fine Harold Lloyd comic comprise the programme. Don't…

8
Headline: Victoria
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-10-08 - 1919-10-10
Summary:

Tonight, episodes 11 and 12 of 'The Lightning Raider,' and a hilarious Lloyd comedy. October 8 Remarks: Today's matinee, boxing match between Carpentier and Smith and 'Madame and Her Godson.' October 9 Remarks: Today's matinee, dauntless Pearl White in 'The…

9
Headline: Victoria
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-11-08 - 1919-11-10
Summary:

For the last time tonight, the Victoria Theatre will show 'Victory Celebration' at London-Paris-Brussels. Also the first episode of 'The Tiger's Trail' featuring Ruth Roland. Prices as usual. November 8 Remarks: Today's matinee: 2.15 and 5 p.m., episodes 1 and 2 of…

10
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-12-04 - 1919-12-06
Summary:

Commencing Friday next, Valeska Suratt, the sinuous repeats her favourite role of siren in the five-reel W. Fox drama, 'The New York Peacock,' another great super-feature film. December 5 Remarks: Ad. on page 4. Prices as usual. Booking at Moutrie's. December 6 Remarks: Also a…

11
Headline: The Victoria
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-12-05 - 1919-12-08
Summary:

Tonight, a special attraction, Valeska Suratt in 'The New York Peacock,' a most lavish production superbly acted. Also a Harold Lloyd comic and Gazette.

12
Headline: The Victoria
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-12-19 - 1919-12-22
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., Pathe presents Bryant Washburn in 'All Wrong.' Also Luke's comic and Pathe's News. Today's matinee, 'The Tiger's Trail' episodes 13 and 14. Booking at Anderson's. December 22 Remarks: Today's matinee at 5.15 p.m., Bryant…

13
Headline: The Victoria
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-01-05 - 1920-01-08
Summary:

Gates of Brass' is one of Frank Keenan's own productions which he personally supervised. Come and enjoy yourselves and hear the band of the Wiltshire Regiments. January 5 and 6 remarks: 5.15 p.m. Fannie Ward in 'Profiteers.' Booking at Anderson's.

14
Headline: The Victoria
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-01-05 - 1920-01-08
Summary:

Tonight's new bill, Frank Keenan in 'Gates of Brass,' a vitally gripping drama with a symbolic title, based on the Greek philosophy that the nemesis of our deeds follows us. Band of the Wiltshire Regiment in attendance. January 5 & 6 Remarks: 5.15 p.m., Fannie Ward in '…

15
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-01-05
Summary:

The second of a notable series of productions made by Frank Keenan, in which he appears as the star, opened its run at the Victoria Theatre yesterday. It is called 'Gates of Brass.' Mr. Keenan has surrounded himself with a cast of exceptional ability, including Lois Wilson, George…

16
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-01-05
Summary:

In 'Gates of Brass' to be shown tonight at the Victoria Theatre, Frank Keenan gives one of the most fascinating and powerful performance on the screen. He is supported by Lois Wilson, George Fisher, Clyde Benston [sic], Edwin Tilton, Lillian Langdon and Frank De Loan. The play is…

17
Headline: The Victoria
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-01-05
Summary:

Gates of Brass!' is written by Mrs. Kata Corbaley. It is a five-act drama, of that name especially starring Mr. Frank Keenan. It opens a three-day run at the Victoria Theatre.

18
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-01-05 - 1920-01-08
Summary:

Tonight new bill, Frank Keenan in 'Gates of Brass,' a vitally gripping drama with a symbolic title. Band of the Wiltshire Regiment in attendance. 5.15 p.m., Fannie Ward in 'The Profiteers.' Booking at Anderson's. January 5 Remarks: On page 8, another ad. on 'Gates…

19
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-01-07 - 1920-01-07
Summary:

Today at 3, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., all comedy programme, Charlie Chaplin in 'A Dog's Life.' Also Max Linder, Harold Lloyd and Toto. Prices: 30 cents, 20 cents and 10 cents.

20
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-01-08 - 1920-01-12
Summary:

Commencing Friday, Pathe presents Fannie Ward in 'Our Better Selves,' a five-act dram of renunciation and self-sacrifice. Matinee: Frank Keenan in 'Gates of Brass.' January 9 remarks: British Gazette and Harold Lloyd comedy. Booking at Anderson's. January 10 remarks:…