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: 1912-04-27
Summary:

Last night, the Victoria Theatre was crowded for the splendid benefit concert promoted by Messrs. Ramos and Ramos on behalf of the fund to aid the sufferers from the appalling disaster to the liner Titanic. The programme was an elaborate one, with music from the K.O.Y.L.I., Mr. F. Gonzales and…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-07-27
Summary:

Messrs Ramos and Miss Addie Leigh impressed their audience last night at the Victoria Theatre. The new dramatic picture in two parts entitled 'Forgiveness' was particularly well received, whilst the comic films tickled the spectators. The film 'A Child to the Rescue' was very…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-07-19
Summary:

A special film entitled 'On the Steps of the Throne' is being shown at Victoria Theatre tonight. Some new comic pictures will also be shown. Miss Montez and Miss Raynor will supply new dances and songs.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-07-19
Summary:

The programme at the Victoria Theatre on Saturday to Monday is notable for excellent films to be exhibited. These include the superb military film 'On the Steps of the Throne' and several very good comics. Misses Olga Montez and Kitty Raynor are still entertaining the many patrons of…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-08-20
Summary:

Those who haven't seen the thrilling American drama 'The Sewer' last night at the Victoria Theatre should come tonight, as it is a film well worth seeing. The comic pictures given were also very amusing. Next week, there will be a gala night for the benefit of the popular Mr.…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-09-27
Summary:

An especially good programme is being offered at the Victoria, including two or three good comics – one by Max Linder; the Gaumont graphic, with a remarkably fine picture of the last Derby; and a historical film. This later is one of the best coloured pictures produced by Pathe Freres. Mr.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-10-07
Summary:

The orchestra for the Victoria Cinematograph Theatre was expected to arrive yesterday by the French Packet Paul Lecat but did not do so. It is believed the musicians will be here by the next semester. The Victoria continues to exhibit films showing the most recent world events and interesting…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-11-24
Summary:

The programmes at the Victoria Theatre improve with each change last week's offerings were a particularly well-selected lot and each was watched with interest. A feature film in three parts, 'The Money Kings,' is most absorbing, and introduces wireless, a hydroplane and various…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-07-01
Summary:

The two dramatic films, 'Wheat and Tares' and 'At the Foot of the Scaffold,' are full of thrilling happenings. In addition to these, there are three funny comic films and Gaumont Graphic, showing the world's latest news at the Victoria Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-07-13
Summary:

A special matinee was given at the Victoria on Saturday afternoon. Various films attracted audiences. Gaumont Graphic was interesting as usual, including a comic picture, a pleasing picture 'The Secret Marriage,' a story entitled 'Sea Flowers,' and three-part detective drama…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-08-17
Summary:

Mr. J. Blake re-installed as manager of the Victoria. Under the new management, the theatre opened on Saturday night with a fine programme, including a particularly interesting Gaumont Graphic, two or three good comics and a lengthy sensational film entitled 'On the track of the Spider…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-11-05
Summary:

The war pictures about military preparations and declaration of hostilities will be exhibited at the Victoria Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-11-09
Summary:

The enterprising management of the Victoria succeeded in acquiring the rights of some war pictures. The first series, 'The Outbreak of War,' will be shown Tuesday night for the first time. On Friday, in addition to the above, the series 'Boys of the Bulldog Breed' will be…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-11-11
Summary:

In spite of the counter attraction offered by the 'Blue Bird' performance at the Theatre Royal, a large number of people attended at the Victoria to watch the new war pictures.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-11-12
Summary:

The war pictures showing at the Victoria Theatre were a huge success last night. Tomorrow night, in addition to the pictures already shown, a new series 'Boys of the Bulldog Breed' will be screened and this should prove even more popular than 'The Outbreak of War.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-11-13
Summary:

A good number of people were again present at the Victoria last night to witness the popular war pictures that are being shown. These will be supplemented tonight by a further series 'The Boys of the Bulldog Breed.' Other interesting films will be shown in addition, and Douglas and…

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Headline: The Cinemas
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-11-14
Summary:

Victoria Theatre: A film showing an excellent series of war pictures occupied the Victoria Theatre, including the British Army and the doings in Belgium. Performances by Mr. Robert Douglas and Miss Hilda Barry; Bijou Scenic Theatre: A new selection of war films commences tonight, including Pathe…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-11-16
Summary:

A great three-part war film was screened at the Victoria on Saturday evening. The 'Boys of the Bulldog Breed' is running. Douglas and Barry performed. Gaumont Graphic and a couple of films entitled 'Blood and Bosh,' 'The Only Veteran' were shown. The music on…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-12-02
Summary:

The new series of war pictures were screened at the Victoria last night. Another long picture shown was the Danish film 'Under the Auctioneer's Hammer.' There were also two good comics, as well as a drama 'The Love of an Island Maiden' [sic].

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Headline: At the Cinema
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-12-19
Summary:

At the Bijou Theatre, tonight sensation lovers will be pleased with the third of the Rocambole series, 'The Missing Marquis.' At the Victoria, performances by Bert Flatt and Miss Flo. Brooks. 'Playing with his Luck' will be shown. Manager Blake promises another series of war…