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: 1920-03-11
Summary:

Between Men' is the title of the principal picture now being screened at the Hongkong Theatre. The drama was written by C. G. Sullivan and Thos. H. Ince. Film synopsis included. Further episodes of the 'Mystery Ship' will be screened during the Weekend, together with a number of…

382
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-03-11
Summary:

Wives of Men' is the title of the principal film showing at the Victoria Theatre. There is a performance by Miss Olga Steffanovich. In addition, 'Bound and Gagged,' a thrilling serial picture, is also being screened. There are also a number of comedies and topical pictures.

383
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-03-25
Summary:

After a successful but very short tour of the Humphrey Bishop Company, the management of the Victoria Theatre has returned to the picture programme. The principal picture is 'Bound and Gagged,' (episodes seven and eight). At the 9.15 performance, Eugene de Rubini will provide an…

384
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-04-30
Summary:

The Two Orphans,' William Fox's production, has been so much appreciated that the management has decided to screen the picture again this evening. The picture, which features Theda Bara, is a most interesting and exciting one. A special Triangle drama entitled 'An Even Break…

385
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-06-09
Summary:

Tonight at the Hongkong Theatre the last of Wm. Fox's production, 'Rough and Ready,' will be screened, and two exceptional photoplays will be given from tomorrow, 'Called Back' and 'Bridge of Death.' At intervals, new comedies will be introduced.

386
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-06-26
Summary:

A new picture will be screened at Hongkong Theatre from tonight, a drama in seven parts, 'The Warfare of the Flesh,' presented by Edward Warren. The leading role is taken up by the famous Sheldon Lewis. The film is the first of its kind in Hongkong. Some special comedies will be…

387
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-07-01
Summary:

The Hongkong Theatre is now screening a Triangle production in five parts, 'Firefly of Tough Luck,' featuring Miss Alma Reubens [sic]. The additional comedies given at intervals are exceptionally amusing.

388
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-07-03
Summary:

The drama 'Forbidden Fruit,' in six reels, will be on the programme at Hongkong Theatre tonight and till Tuesday next. The Straits papers speak highly of this picture and the title itself invites curiosity. The principal people in it are Everett Butterfield and Paula Shay. It is from…

389
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-07-24
Summary:

The second series of the film 'The Seven Deadly Sins,' in five parts, entitled 'Greed' will be screened from tonight to Tuesday next, in the Hongkong Theatre. The first, 'Envy,' has just concluded and the rest will be shown in regular course. Various new comedies…

390
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-09-01
Summary:

The beautiful film 'Christus,' depicting passages in our Lord's life, has drawn crowded houses to the Hongkong Theatre since Saturday. A new programme is now announced in which 'The Spirit of Romance' will be the feature. It is a Paramount production in five parts with…

391
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-09-30
Summary:

The Hongkong Theatre started with a new programme last night. The famous star Bessie Barriscale takes the leading role in the Triangle production of five parts 'Plain Jane,' a magnificent picture and very amusing. An attractive drama is anticipated for Saturday next, together with some…

392
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-12-04
Summary:

From tonight till Tuesday next, both at matinee and night performances, a most attractive film in six reels, 'The Eternal Sin,' will be screened at Hongkong Theatre. Florence Reed, the famous star, takes the leading role. This film being rather costly, the prices will be slightly…

393
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-15
Summary:

At the Hongkong Theatre, 'The Yankee Girl' is being screened, in which Blanche Ring takes the leading role, followed with a comedy star 'Distilled Love,' Alice Howell, concluding with interesting events from the new Garmont Graphic.

394
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-10-04 - 1921-10-06
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., Vivian Martin in 'Little Miss Optimist' in 5 parts. Also latest Gaumont Graphic and various comedies. Matinee programmes: 5.15 p.m., 'The Sport of Kings'; 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Vanishing Dagger' 13th and 14th episodes. Booking at Messrs Mehta…

395
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-10-25 - 1921-10-27
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., Jesse L. Lasky presents Wallace Reid in 'The Source' in 5 parts. Also Gaumont Graphic and Comedies. Matinee at 5.15 p.m., George Walsh in 'Melting Millions'; 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Eddie Polo in 'The King of the Circus,' 1st, 2nd and 3rd episodes…

397
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-03-02 - 1925-04-03
Summary:

Mid-Day Movies. Today's programme: International News, Topical Budget, Gaumont Graphic, Pathe British Gazette, Pathe News and Felix Cartoon. Admission: 40 cents.

398
Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-03-28 - 1925-03-28
Summary:

Are we right in believing that there is a movie public in Hongkong that is mainly interested in news films? We believe there is and are starting on Monday next from 12 to 2, our Mid-Day Movies consisting almost entirely of news pictures. We have Topical Budget, Gaumont Graphic, Pathe's…

399
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-10-22 - 1925-10-24
Summary:

Tonight till Saturday, Laura La Plante in 'The Teaser,' with Pay O'Malley. Also Tod Sanborn, the xylophone king in classical and Jazz selections and Gaumont Graphics, 15th anniversary no. Illustration included.

400
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-10-24
Summary:

An interesting film is at present being shown at the Queen's Theatre consisting of cuts from the Gaumont Graphic, which have been made since the early days of cinematograph presentation of news items. All the scenes shown are of historical significance, including the funerals of Kings,…