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: 1918-08-08 - 1918-08-08
Summary:

You will enjoy Pathe's French production, Instinct, the film version of Henry Kistermaecker's drama of the same name, and played by the original Comedie Francaise cast headed by Raphael Duflos. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-08-08 - 1918-08-08
Summary:

Friday, 9th August to Monday, 12th August, 'Instinct,' the film version of Henry Kistemaekers' drama of the same name and played by the cast headed by Raphael Duflos. Film critique included.

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Headline: A Special Film
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-08-08
Summary:

A very special attraction has been arranged for Victoria Theatre patrons for tomorrow and Monday nights. This is the screening of the film version of Kistnsecker's [sic] drama 'Instinct,' which is played by the original Comedie Francaise cast, headed by Raphael Duffles. It is a…

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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: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-08-09 - 1918-08-09
Summary:

Do you realise what it means when we announce that a photoplay is by members of the Comedie Francaise? We mean that we are inviting you to a dramatic feast that cannot be equalled elsewhere; you will agree that this is so when you have seen 'Instinct.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-08-09 - 1918-08-12
Summary:

August 9th, 10th, 11th and 12th, the great French drama, 'Instinct.' Also British Gazette No. 455, 'The Flirt,' etc. Booking at Anderson's.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-08-09 - 1918-08-09
Summary:

Do you realise what it means when we announce that a photoplay is by members of the Comedie Francaise? It means that the play in question has been given the most perfect interpretation that modern dramatic art admits of; that the smallest and most insignificant part is as artistically rendered…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-08-10
Summary:

There should be even larger 'houses' at the Victoria Theatre this week, for a special feature film, entitled 'Instinct' is being presented. The play, dealing with the love story of a great French doctor, is one of the best unfolded we have seen for a long time, and when it is…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-08-10
Summary:

Instinct' with a dramatic ending will be shown at the Victoria Theatre. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-02-04 - 1920-02-05
Summary:

For tonight and tomorrow only, Miss Adelaida, the novelty dancer in her latest fancy dances. Frank Keenan in 'The Bells,' in five intense parts. Today's matinee, 'Instinct.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-02-04 - 1920-02-05
Summary:

For tonight and tomorrow only, Miss Adelaida, the novelty dancer in her latest fancy dances. Frank Keenan in 'The Bells' in 5 parts. Today matinee, 'Instinct.'

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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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Headline: The Victoria
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-02-06 - 1920-02-06
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., 'Moral Suicide,' the film that will keep you thinking and talking. Matinee at 5.15 p.m., 'Instinct.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-02-06 - 1920-02-07
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., 'Moral Suicide,' the film that will keep you thinking and talking. Matinee at 5.15 p.m., 'Instinct.' February 7 Remarks: Sunday's matinee, Bertha Kalich in 'Ambition.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-20 - 1921-08-20
Summary:

Wherever moving pictures are shown the name of D. W. Griffith is a name to conjure with! A new Griffith production is a screen event of the first importance. You remember the splendours of 'Intolerance' and that masterpiece, unforgettable 'Hearts of the World,' 'Way Down…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-20
Summary:

The other week were published in the North-China Daily News particularly relating to the unaccountably early showing of two Charlie Chaplin features in Shanghai, 'The Kid' last summer and 'The Idle Class' during the present month. It was shown that Ramos Amusements Ltd. had…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-16
Summary:

The famous Griffith picture 'Way Down East' was surrendered this month to Mr. George Mooser, representative of the United Artists Corporation. It marked the first victory of the United Artists Corporation in the fight being waged against motion picture film piracy. For background…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-07-13
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is going to screen 'The Romance of Happy Valley,' today. The film is written by Griffith, the same master hand of other films like 'The Birth of a Nation,' 'Intolerance' and 'Way Down East.' Lillian Gish is the lead actress.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-04
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-01 - 1922-11-02
Summary:

Way Down East' is here!