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: 1908-07-21
Summary:

The newly established Alexandra Cinema-Theatre in Zetland Street is a district addition to Hongkong's amusements and should prove a great success. The films shown are new and amusing, the orchestra makes sweet music. Signor Torras, the tenor, Miss Russell, and little Miss Thelma, all sing…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1908-09-14
Summary:

Miss Giralda was accorded a special benefit performance on Friday in Alexandra Cinema-Theatre. The house was crowded, and the films were excellent. Performances also by Messrs. Leckie, Gould and Grover, and Mr. Forras.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1908-09-23
Summary:

The Alexandra Cinema-Theatre has several novelties this week. The artists are bright and vivacious, and the new films are highly appreciated.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1908-10-15
Summary:

The attractions of the Alexandra Cinema-Theatre are appreciated by patrons. The films are new and entertaining, the songs catchy, and bright music is rendered by a live orchestra.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-09-10
Summary:

Alexandra Cinema-Theatre was providing a select programme this week. The two lady artistes engaged are Dori-Ta and Bessie Young. All the films shown were new and the pictures were thrown on the screen without a 'flicker.' The splendid system of ventilation guarantees the patrons a cool…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-30
Summary:

True Heart Susie' is being shown at the Star Theatre today and tomorrow. It is a picture of much the same type as 'Way Down East.' It is also a D. W. Griffith production and the leading parts are portrayed by Lilian Gish and Robert Harron, who made his name in 'The Birth of a…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-04-09 - 1923-04-14
Summary:

The cause of every great war; the cause of every rebellion; the cause of every religious persecution; the sole stumbling block to human progress; the one obstacle to peace on earth and goodwill among men is man's 'Intolerance' of the opinions of his fellow men.

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Headline: Intolerance
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-04-13 - 1923-04-25
Summary:

April 13-14 Remarks: Teaser ads. The ads didn't mention the theatre's name, surmised from other ads. April 21 Remarks: The greatest picture of all time, 'Intolerance' will be shown at the Star. The cast includes Lilian [sic] Gish, Mae Marsh, Seena Owen, Constance Talmadge,…

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Headline: Intolerance
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-04-14 - 1923-04-14
Summary:

As title.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-04-16 - 1923-04-19
Summary:

D. W. Griffith's film masterpiece, 'Intolerance.' April 19 Remarks: Constance Talmadge had her first big part as the mountain girl in 'Intolerance.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-04-20 - 1923-04-20
Summary:

An orchestra of 16 will render the special music for 'Intolerance.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-04-21 - 1923-04-21
Summary:

6 and 9.15, the greatest picture of all time, 'Intolerance,' featuring Lillian Gish, Mae Marsh, Seena Owen, Constance Talmadge, Bessie Love, Margery Wilson, Miriam Cooper, Robert Harron, Tully Marshall, Elmo Lincoln, Erich von Stroheim and Ralph Lewis. Full music score by an orchestra…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-04-21
Summary:

On Sunday, Star Theatre is going to screen a Griffiths' film entitled 'Intolerance' which is quite famous in London.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-04-23 - 1923-04-24
Summary:

The Coronet: At 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Douglas Fairbanks in 'The Nut.' The Star: At 5.30, 'The House of Whispers.' At 9.15, 'Intolerance.' With full orchestra.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-04-23 - 1923-04-23
Summary:

The Coronet: 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Douglas Fairbanks in 'The Nut.' The Star: At 5.30, 'The House of Whispers.' At 9.15, 'Intolerance.' With full orchestra.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-04-23 - 1923-04-23
Summary:

Today at 9.15 p.m., 'Intolerance.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-04-23 - 1923-04-23
Summary:

The Coronet: at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Douglas Fairbanks in 'The Nut.' The Star: at 5.30, The House of Whispers. At 9.15, 'Intolerance' with full orchestra.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-04-24 - 1923-04-24
Summary:

The Coronet: 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Douglas Fairbanks in 'The Nut.' The Star: 5.30 only, 'The Heart of Maryland.' 9.15 p.m., 'Intolerance.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-04-24 - 1923-04-25
Summary:

The Coronet: at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Douglas Fairbanks in 'The Nut.' The Star: 5.30 only, 'The Heart of Maryland.' At 9.15 p.m., 'Intolerance.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-04-25 - 1923-04-25
Summary:

The Coronet: At 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Douglas Fairbanks in 'The Nut.' The Star: 5.30 only, 'Black Beauty.' At 9.15, 'Intolerance.'