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: 1918-08-09 - 1918-08-12
Summary:

August 9-12. The great French drama 'Instinct.' British Gazette No. 455 and 'The Flirt.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-10 - 1919-06-14
Summary:

Will be screened at the Victoria on Thursday (12th). Prices will be as usual. Book your seats immediately. Film review and film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-06-11 - 1919-06-14
Summary:

Don't forget tomorrow night 'Moral Suicide.' It was written and produced by Ivan Abramson, the author responsible for such successes as 'Enlighten Thy Daughter,' 'Forbidden Fruits' and 'Sons of the Parents' [sic], etc. Jun 12 remarks: Matinee: '…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-06-11
Summary:

There is every indication that on Thursday night the Victoria Theatre will draw a packed house from the way the bookings are going. The occasion will be the screening of the film 'Moral Suicide, or the Slaying of a Soul.' A private exhibition of this picture was accorded to the press.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-11
Summary:

Ivan Abramson, author and director of the sensational photoplay 'Moral Suicide' will be shown at the Victoria Theatre on Thursday. Abramson's previous work includes 'A Fool's Paradise,' 'Forbidden Fruit,' 'A Mother's Confession,' 'The…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-06-12
Summary:

Moral Suicide or the Slaying of a Soul' will be the star film at the Victoria Theatre tonight. Patrons are requested to be early as the demand for seats in pressing. It is an all-round excellent film with a fine plot, beautiful photography and versatile acting.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-12
Summary:

Moral Suicide,' produced by Graphic Film Corporation and released by Pathe, is a new special feature to be shown at the Victoria Theatre. The film is directed by Ivan Abramson, who also wrote 'Forbidden Fruit,' 'Sins of Ambition,' 'Enlighten Thy Daughter' and…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-12 - 1919-06-14
Summary:

Tonight is a gala night at the Victoria, 'Moral Suicide,' the film that will keep you thinking and talking. Be in your seats before 'house full' goes up. Saturday, matinee at 3.15 and 5 p.m., 'Hands Up,' episode 9 and 10. Prices as usual. June 13-14 Remarks: '…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-16
Summary:

The management of the Victoria Theatre made a happy selection when they took that masterpiece film 'Moral Suicide' to show their patrons. Tonight 'Hands Up' will be shown as well as a Harold Lloyd and other films.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-16 - 1919-06-18
Summary:

New episodes of 'Hands Up,' 'Stranger from the Sea' and 'The Silver Book.' 'Arizona,' a beautiful scenic, a revelation of the beauty of that country. 'Nothing But Trouble,' always a success with Harold Lloyd, the inimitable comedian. Tonight,…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-06-17 - 1919-06-18
Summary:

New episodes of 'Hands Up,' 'Stranger from the Sea' and 'The Silver Book.' 'Arizona,' a beautiful scenic, a revelation of the beauty of the country. 'Nothing but Trouble,' always a success with Harold Lloyd. Matinee: 'Moral Suicide.'…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-06-17
Summary:

Cinema-goers are reminded that 'Moral Suicide' will be screened, by special request, at the Victoria Theatre at the matinee tomorrow (Wednesday). As there were crowded houses last week, when it was produced, we have no doubt that the same will be the case tomorrow. This will be the…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-02-06 - 1920-02-07
Summary:

Pathe presents a great seven reel feature 'Moral Suicide.' It was written and produced by Ivan Abramson, the author responsible for such success as 'Enlighten Thy Daughter,' 'Forbidden Fruit' and 'Songs of the Parents.' By special request, Miss Adelaida,…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-03-04 - 1920-03-10
Summary:

Wives of Men' is a picture that will captivate you. March 4 remarks: Florence Reed in 'Wives of Men.' Harold Lloyd in 'Be My Wife.' March 5 remarks: George B. Seitz who directed and produced the many big and successful Pearl White - Pathe serials in his own production…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-03-04 - 1920-03-05
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Florence Reed in 'Wives of Men.' Harold Lloyd in 'Be My Wife.' March 5 Remarks: Ad. on 'Wives of Men.' Also at 7.15 p.m., George B. Seitz in 'Bound and Gagged' episodes 1 and 2. Booking at Anderson's.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-03-06 - 1920-03-06
Summary:

George B. Seitz and Marguerite Curtot [sic] in 'Bound and Gagged' episode 1 'The Wager,' episode 2 'Overboard.' Florence Reed in 'Wives of Men.' Matinee: Gladys Hulette in 'Pots and Pans Peggy.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-03-06 - 1920-03-20
Summary:

Tonight at 2.15, 5 and 7.15 p.m., George B. Seitz and Margurite Curtut [sic] in 'Bound and Gagged' episodes 1 and 2. 9.15 p.m., Florence Reed in 'Wives of Men.' Matinee tomorrow at 6 p.m., Gladys Hulette in 'Pots and Pans Peggy.' March 12 Remarks: On 'Bound and…

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Headline: The Victoria
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-03-08 - 1920-03-12
Summary:

Gladys Hulette in 'Pots and Pans Peggy.' Miss Olga Steffanovich in her latest classical dance. George B. Seitz and Marguerite Curtot [sic] in 'Bound and Gagged.' episode 1 - 'The Wager' and episode 2 'Overboard.' March 11 and 12 remarks: 'Bound and…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-03-08 - 1920-03-09
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 p.m., Gladys Hulette in 'Pots and Pans Peggy.' 9.15 p.m., Miss Olga Steffanovich in her lastest classic dance. George B. Seitz and Margurite Curtut [sic] in 'Bound and Gagged' episodes 1 and 2.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-03-10 - 1920-03-11
Summary:

Tonight at 7.15 p.m., 'Wives of Men.' 9.15 p.m., Miss Olga Steffanovich in her lastest classic dance. George B. Seitz and Margurite Curtut [sic] in 'Bound and Gagged' episodes 1 and 2.