A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-04-12 - 1916-04-12
Summary:

Film screening of 'The Confession' (6 parts) and comedies; Coming film: 'The Stolen Treasure'

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Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-04-13 - 1916-04-13
Summary:

Film screening of 'The Confession' (6 parts) and comedies; Coming film: 'The Stolen Treasure'

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Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-04-14 - 1916-04-14
Summary:

Film screening of 'The Confession' (6 parts) and comedies; Coming film: 'The Stolen Treasure'

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-05-12 - 1921-05-12
Summary:

Friday till Sunday, for 10 performance only, Henry B. Walthall in 'The Confession' in 7 reels. This picture had been reserved for the opening of the Kowloon Theatre, but owing to unexpected delays in connection therewith, it has been found necessary to show it at the Coronet. The lady…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-05-19 - 1921-05-19
Summary:

For ten performances only! Henry B. Walthall in 'The Confession' (7 reels). This picture had been reserved for the opening of the Kowloon Theatre but owing to unexpected delays in connection therewith, it has been found necessary to show it at The Coronet.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-05-19
Summary:

The attention of the picture going public is drawn to the Coronet's announcement in our advertising columns of an exceptional attraction at that theatre tomorrow afternoon and evening. 'The Confession' had been reserved for the opening performance at the new Kowloon Theatre, but…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-05-19
Summary:

Public is drawn to the Coronet's announcement, in the advertising columns of an exceptional attraction at the theatre tomorrow evening. 'The Confession' had been reserved for the opening performance at the new Kowloon theatre, but the inclement weather combined with other…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-05-20 - 1921-05-21
Summary:

Henry B. Walthall in 'The Confession' (7 parts) at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-05-20 - 1921-05-21
Summary:

At 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Henry B. Walthall in 'The Confession' in 7 parts. May 20 Remarks: We had kept this magnificent production to open our Kowloon Theatre, but Jupiter Pluvius has decreed otherwise, and the film leaves Hongkong on Monday. We appeal to all who can do so, to…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-05-20
Summary:

The Confession,' a remarkable photoplay adapted from the successful stage play of the same name by Hai Reid, commences a short season at the Coronet today. Circumstances will only allow the picture to be screened for three days in Hong Kong, therefore in view of the fact that crowded houses…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-05-20
Summary:

Hal Reid's play, 'The Confession,' which has been made into a motion picture by the National Film Corporation, featuring Henry Walthall, originally was to be shown as a special opening attraction for the Kowloon Theatre. Due to the weather issue, the screening was delayed and it…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-05-20 - 1921-05-21
Summary:

Henry B. Walthall in 'The Confession' in 7 parts at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-31 - 1922-08-31
Summary:

An open letter to the editor of 'The Rock.' Sir, on various occasions you have lamented, in the editorial columns of your erudite little monthly, the low standard of moving pictures shown in the colony of Hongkong; you have also been pleased to praise one particular production that was…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-12-12 - 1922-12-12
Summary:

Commencing Wednesday, 13th instant, Max Linder in 'Seven Years Bad Luck.' Also 'The Leather Pushers,' Universal-Jewel-Collier's series by H. C. Witwer, featuring Reginald Denny. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-12-13 - 1922-12-16
Summary:

Thursday to Saturday, 14th to 16th Dec., at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Max Linder in 'Seven Years Bad Luck,' in 5 parts. Also, Round one of 'The Leather Pusher.' December 13 Remarks: At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., William Russell in 'Challenge of the Law,' 5 parts. December 14-16…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-12-13
Summary:

Seven Years Bad Luck,' a Robertson-Cole production featuring Max Linder, will be shown at the World Theatre from today till Saturday. Another special feature in the programme at the World Theatre is 'The Leather Pushers' written by H. C. Witwer. Film synopsis included.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-12-13 - 1922-12-14
Summary:

From tonight till Saturday night, Max Linder in 'Seven Years Bad Luck.' Also 'The Leather Pusher' [sic], featuring Reginald Denny and directed by Harry Pollard. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-12-13 - 1922-12-13
Summary:

Wednesday to Saturday 13th to 16th December. 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Max Linder in 'Seven Years Bad Luck' in 5 parts. Also round one 'The Leather Pusher [sic].' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., William Russell in 'Challenge of the Law.' Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-12-14 - 1922-12-16
Summary:

Thursday to Saturday, 14th to 16th December, 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Max Linder in 'Seven Years Bad Luck' in 5 parts. Also round one, 'The Leather Pushers.' Prices of admission. 9.15 p.m. show $1.20 and 80 cents; 5.15 p.m. matinee, 70 cents and 50 cents. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Ruth…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-02-14
Summary:

Frank Mayo, and his supporting players were in the screen drama entitled 'Dr. Jim' which will be shown at the World Theatre this weekend. The film directed by William Worthington, written by Eugene B. Lewis based on the original story of Stuart Paton. Other than this, the programme…