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: 1920-05-01
Summary:

Since the old Victoria Theatre was closed down owing to the expiration of the lease, the shortage of cinema houses in Hongkong has been felt, and the news that a new picture house is to be opened will be welcomed by the majority of cinema-goers. Some enterprising gentlemen have succeeded in…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-05-21
Summary:

The New Victoria Cinema Theatre continues to draw packed houses every night. The theatre, which has been liberally patronized by Europeans since the demolition of the old Victoria, has excellent accommodation. Last night's programme, which is to be repeated tonight, comprised the seventh…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-07-13 - 1920-07-15
Summary:

Tonight, commencing 13th July, Pathe's famous serial, Ruth Roland in 'Tiger's Trail' episodes 1 and 2. Also 'The Black Secret' 5th and 6th episodes on 16th instant. Matinee Wednesday, 3 p.m.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-07-20 - 1920-07-22
Summary:

The new picture house. If you have not been go and see whether it is perfectly clean, cool and sanitary. For 20th, 21st and 22nd, July at 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Pathe presents Pearl White in 'The Black Secret' episode 7 and Ruth Roland in 'The Tiger's Trail' episodes 3 and…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-07-23 - 1920-07-26
Summary:

The coolest and attractive house for entertainment in town. For 23rd, 24th, 25th and 26th July, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m. nightly, Pathe presents Pearl White in 'The Black Secret' episode 8 and 9. Also Pathe News and Harold Lloyd comic. Matinee Saturday, 24th at 3 p.m., 'The Black Secret…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-07-27 - 1920-07-31
Summary:

The coolest picture house in summer. 27th,28th and 29th July, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m. nightly, Pathe presents Pearl White in 'The Black Secret' episode 10 and Ruth Roland in 'The Tiger's Trail' episodes 5 and 6. Also Harold Lloyd comic. Matinee Saturday, Wednesday at 3 p.m.…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-05-26 - 1925-05-28
Summary:

Lillian Gish in 'The White Sister.'

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-05-26 - 1925-05-29
Summary:

Today to Friday at 5.15 and 9.151, First National Pictures presents Anita Stewart in 'Her Mad Bargain.' Next change, Saturday, May 30th, Lillian Gish in 'The White Sister.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-05-26 - 1925-05-28
Summary:

Lillian Gish in 'The White Sister,' the greatest love story of all time.

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-05-26 - 1925-05-29
Summary:

Today to Friday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., First National Pictures presents Anita Stewart in 'Her Mad Bargain.' Next change, Saturday, May 30th, Lillian Gish in her latest production, 'The White Sister,' in 11 parts.

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-05-26 - 1925-06-04
Summary:

Today to Friday at 5.15 and 9.15, First National Pictures presents Anita Stewart in 'Her Mad Bargain.' Next change, Saturday, May 30th, Lillian Gish in her latest production, 'The White Sister,' in 11 parts. May 26-28 Remarks: On page 2, 11 and 13, another ad. on 'The…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-05-29 - 1925-05-29
Summary:

Tomorrow at all shows, Inspiration Pictures Inc., Chas. H. Duell, Jr. presents Lillian Gish in the Henry King production of 'The White Sister,' from F. Marion Crawford's novel. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-05-29
Summary:

Lillian Gish appears in 'The White Sister,' based on F. Marion Crawford's story, which opens at the Queen's Theatre tomorrow for a week's run. John Barrymore has acclaimed Miss Gish as the one actress who carries the supreme tradition of Bernhardt and Duse to the screen…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-05-29
Summary:

Tomorrow, Queen's Theatre commences screening the Henry King production 'The White Sister' featuring Lillian Gish who is known for her performances in films like 'The Birth of a Nation,' 'Broken Blossoms,' 'Orphans of the Storm' and 'Way Down…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-05-29
Summary:

Lillian Gish in her greatest role! The ethereal little star who tugged at heartstrings in such big productions as 'The Birth of a Nation,' 'Broken Blossoms,' 'Orphans of the Storm' and 'Way Down East' at last has a role that tests her full powers. In Henry…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-05-30 - 1925-06-04
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.00 sharp, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., tomorrow (Sunday) at 6 and 9.15 p.m. only, Metro Pictures Corporation presents Lillian Gish in Henry King's production of 'The White Sister.' With special musical score. Prices of admission: at 5, 6 and 9.15 p.m., $2, $1.20 and 80…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-05-30 - 1925-05-30
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.00, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., tomorrow (Sunday) at 6.00 and 9.15 p.m. only, Metro Pictures Corporation presents Lillian Gish in the Henry King's production of 'The White Sister.' With special musical score. Prices of admission: at 5.30, 6.00 and 9.15 p.m.; $2.00, $1.20…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-05-30
Summary:

The White Sister,' starring Lillian Gish, will have its premiere at the Queen's Theatre today. The story was taken from F. Marion Crawford's famous novel. Lillian Gish has been appeared in 'The Birth of a Nation,' 'Way Down East,' 'Hearts of the World…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-05-30
Summary:

Queen's Theatre will be screening the Inspiration production 'The White Sister' featuring Lillian Gish who plays the role of Sister Angela, today. The story of this Metro release was taken from a novel by F. Marion Crawford. The film was filmed entirely in Italy and Northern…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-01 - 1925-06-02
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.00, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., the greatest love story of all time, Metro Pictures Corporation presents Lillian Gish, who was in 'The Birth of a Nation,' 'Hearts of the World,' 'Orphans of the Storm' and 'Way Down East,' in Henry King's…