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: 1916-02-28
Summary:

The ingenious musical act of Mr. Williams and Miss Mignon was repeated last night at the Bijou before an appreciative audience. The picture of the evening was a historical drama 'Espartaco.' On Wednesday next, a new Max Linder picture will be screened at this house.

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Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-08-14 - 1916-08-15
Summary:

On Aug 12, historical film 'The Battle of Waterloo' in 5 parts; dramatic story 'A Mother's Sacrifice' in 2 parts; Max Linder (comedy).

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Headline: Victoria
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-08-14
Summary:

There has been quite a Number One show at the Victoria Theatre over the weekend, and good houses have been the rule. 'Mabelle and Kitty' are maintaining their popularity and are giving some excellent songs and dances. 'The Phantom of His Love,' the Pathe Gazette and the war…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-08-15
Summary:

The special programme at the Victoria Theatre last night, which included a splendid list of musical numbers by the Band of the 18th Infantry, attracted a large house. The pictures were all comedy and included an excellent three-part Max Linder film.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-12-09 - 1916-12-12
Summary:

On Dec 9, 8th and 9th episodes of 'The Diamond from the Sky,' a grand serial film, every episode a story in itself; also see Max Linder and laugh.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-01-25
Summary:

The current programme at the Victoria contains abundance of interesting matter. There are two fresh episodes of the serial 'Greed,' a Pathe Gazette, a splendid Max Linder picture and a variety of comics. Tomorrow, night there will be a change of programme.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-05-15
Summary:

An excellent programme was provided at the Hongkong Theatre last night, including a new Wiffles picture which proved a magnificent laugh-producer. Tonight, the management is giving a special show on behalf of the Hong Kong Aeroplane Fund. The programme will include some unusually good films – a…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-06-06 - 1918-06-06
Summary:

Tonight, all comedy night, Bell's vaudeville; Max Linder, Wiffles, Lonesome Luke.

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Headline: Coronet Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-03-10 - 1919-03-10
Summary:

To accompany the first episode of 'Get-Rich-Quick Wallingford,' we have arranged a special comedy programme featuring Max Linder, Charlie Chaplin, Harold Lloyd. We are also showing the latest war film. Booking at Robinson's.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-07-18 - 1919-07-18
Summary:

Today: 'The Narrow Path.' Tomorrow: 'The Terror of the Range.' Sunday: Entire Comic Programme with Max Linder and Lonesome Luke.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-05-05 - 1920-05-07
Summary:

Tonight, 'The Lure of Heart's Desire' in 5 parts. '$500 or Bust!,' Pathe News and the Royal Hawaiian Quartette. At 7.15 p.m., 'Elmo the Mighty' episodes 1 and 2.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-08-14
Summary:

Several hundred foreigners and Japanese at the Kamakura Gekijo were disappointed recently when the local police entered the theatre shortly before the showing of 'Douglas Fairbanks in Robin Hood' and issued an injunction against the film, reports the Japan Advertiser. The police…

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Headline: Robin Hood
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-09-07 - 1923-09-20
Summary:

Robin Hood' is coming! Remarks: Teaser ads for the film 'Robin Hood.' The ads didn't mention the theatre's name, surmised from other ads.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-09-17
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is going to re-screen the Fairbanks success 'The Mark of Zorro' for one more day only. On Saturday, 'Robin Hood' with special music will be put on.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-09-19
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is going to screen a United Artists production, entitled 'Robin Hood,' featuring Douglas Fairbanks. Enough historical material has been collected by the researchers for the enactment of the dramatic romance associated with the name Robin Hood. Film synopsis included.…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-09-21 - 1923-09-28
Summary:

United Artists presents Douglas Fairbanks in the greatest of all moving pictures, 'Robin Hood.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-09-21
Summary:

A private screening of the film 'Robin Hood' was done in the presence of Director of Education (The Hon. Mr. E. A. Irving), the acting Registrar of the University (The Rev. J. T. Holman), the Hon. Mr. Pollock, K. C., the Hon. Mr. R. H. Kotewall, Mr. E. Ralphs and other prominent…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-09-22 - 1923-09-22
Summary:

Today is souvenir day at The Coronet. Be sure and get the beautiful souvenir programme. The Coronet: Commencing today, Douglas Farbanks [sic] in 'Robin Hood.' Prices: 2.15 p.m., $1.2 & 60 cents; At 5.15 & 9.15, $2 & $1. The Star: Today and tomorrow, 'Don Quickshot of…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-09-24 - 1923-09-26
Summary:

The Coronet: Today, Douglas Farbanks [sic] in 'Robin Hood.' Prices: 2.15 p.m., $1.2 & 60 cents; At 5.15 & 9.15, $2 & $1. The Star: Monday to Wednesday, Frank Mayo in 'The First Degree.' September 24-25 Remarks: Another large ad. on page 4.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-10-01 - 1923-10-01
Summary:

The Coronet: Today, Douglas Fairbanks in 'Robin Hood.' Price details included. The Star: Tonight at 5.30 & 9.15, Douglas Fairbanks in 'When the Clouds Roll By.'