A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Bijou
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-09-11
Summary:

At the Bijou, the American serial film 'Neal of the Navy' becomes increasingly popular, both Europeans and Chinese finding it entirely to their taste. The 9th and 10th instalments are now being shown and, with them, some rousing comics, Keystone and others.

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Headline: Bijou
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-10-09
Summary:

At the Bijou Theatre, the popular American serial 'The Broken Coin,' is still in progress, part four and five occupying part of the weekend programme. In addition, the three-part film 'The Wreck' and some Keystone pictures are being screened.

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Headline: Bijou
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-10-30
Summary:

At the Bijou, the 7th, 8th and 9th episodes of the sensational serial 'The Trey o' Hearts' are being screened, together with 'The Battle of Trafalgar' and a new Keystone picture. Last night, the band of the s.s. Empress of Russia was in attendance and rendered some fine…

4
Headline: Bijou
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-11-07
Summary:

At the Bijou Theatre, the weekend attractions have been the 10th and 11th episodes of 'The Trey o' Hearts,' the 17th episode of 'The Broken Coin' and a Keystone comedy. There will be a complete change of programme tomorrow night.

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Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-04-11
Summary:

The Bijou Theatre is screening one of Trans-Atlantic's exclusive serial, entitled 'The Adventures of Terence O' Rourke' in nine episodes, each a complete adventure in itself. The fifth and sixth Adventures will be screened tonight. The programme includes a very good war…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-05-16
Summary:

Tonight at the Bijou Theatre, a great modern drama will be screened, entitled 'Honour Before Wealth,' in three parts. This is an exceptionally good film and picture lovers should not miss seeing it. The programme also concludes a detective drama entitled 'The Trunk Mystery,'…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-01-21
Summary:

This afternoon, at 5.15, the Victoria Theatre has a big attraction, for 'Quo Vadis?' is to be screened. This magnificent picture is in seven parts. For tonight, there is a splendid programme, including the third and fourth episodes of 'The Great Secret,' as well as Pathe…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-07-16 - 1921-07-16
Summary:

Wo Ping Theatre: At 2.30, 5.15 & 7.15, episodes 6 of 'The Son of Tarzan' and episodes 5 of 'Daredevil Jack.' At 9.15, Alermo and Chefalo. The Coronet: At 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15, Norma Talmadge in 'The Woman Gives.' The Kowloon: At 5.30 & 9.15, Frank…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-22 - 1921-10-24
Summary:

The Weaker Sex,' 'Start the Show' and Topical Budget. October 24 Remarks: Last performances of 'The Weaker Sex,' featuring Dorothy Dalton, Chas. Ray, Louise Glaum, Robert McKim and J. Barney Sherry. Also showing Rolin Cartoon, Comedies & Gazette.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-11-07 - 1921-11-08
Summary:

Tom Moore in 'Thirty a Week,' and Comedies. First class dance floor and tip top orchestra.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-11-09 - 1921-11-09
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15 & 9.15 p.m., Harold Lloyd in 'Number, Please,' 'The Miracle of Money,' and at 7.15 only, 'The Fantom Foe' [sic]. Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 5.30 & 9 p.m., 'The Money Changers' and Comedies. First class dance floor…

12
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-05 - 1921-12-05
Summary:

The Coronet: Tonight till Wednesday at 2.30, 5.15 & 9.15, Douglas Fairbanks in 'Say! Young Fellow.' Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9 p.m., Enid Bennett in 'Fuss and Feathers,' an Ince production, Paramount Magazine and Comedy.

13
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-02-13 - 1922-02-13
Summary:

The Coronet: 'Male & Female.' Kowloon Theatre: Today at 5.45 & 9.15, 'The Soul of Youth.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-02-14 - 1922-02-14
Summary:

The Coronet: 'Male & Female.' Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9 p.m., Fancy Dress Dance. Best orchestra and floor in the Colony.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-02-15 - 1922-02-15
Summary:

The Coronet: 'Male & Female.' Kowloon Theatre: For one night only at 5.45 and 9.15, Sylvia Breamer in 'Dawn.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-02-16 - 1922-02-18
Summary:

The Coronet: 'Male & Female,' 9 reels. Kowloon Theatre: 'The Law of the Yukon.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-03-08 - 1922-03-08
Summary:

The Coronet: 'The New York Idea,' and Larry Semon in 'The Stage Hand.' Kowloon Theatre: 5.45 and 9.15, 'Male & Female.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-03-09 - 1922-03-09
Summary:

The Coronet: 'The Heart of Maryland.' Kowloon Theatre: 5.45 and 9.15, 'Male & Female.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-03-09
Summary:

Male and Female' the film version of Sir James Barrie's famous play 'The Admirable Crichton' shows at the Kowloon Theatre for the last time this evening.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-05-26 - 1922-05-27
Summary:

The Coronet: At 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Louise Glaum in 'Sahara,' 'Hocus Pocus' and Topical Budget. Kowloon Theatre: Fred Stone in 'Under the Top,' and Comedy.