A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1907-07-23
Summary:

The Cinematograph entertainment in Weismann's Cafe attracted many people. The machine was an excellent one and showed the moving pictures with steadiness and brilliancy. The comic films were extremely amusing, the 'Electric Belt' in particular being screamingly funny. The '…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-02-11
Summary:

The Alexandra Cinematograph at No.2 Zetland street, is showing a fine variety of films, which are both long and beautifully coloured, and have not been seen in any other cinematograph in the Colony. Tonight's programme, includes a sketch, 'Samson and Delilah,' 'A trip on the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-04-01 - 1909-04-06
Summary:

Film screening of 'Olympic Games'. Performance by Miss Rosa Barnes, Prof. W. Vincent, conjuror and illusionist; Price details and schedule included

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-04-01
Summary:

Tonight the Alexandra Cinematograph is showing films of the Olympic Sports in London last year, which should appeal to the sporting fraternity in the colony.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-04-01 - 1909-04-05
Summary:

(No. 2 Zetland Street, Corner of Hoorain-Ali's, near Clock Tower) Tonight and every evening. 9 to 11 p.m. Miss Rosa Barnes, the celebrated society entertainer. Prof. W. Vincent, conjuror and illusionist. Come and see the 'Olympic Games.' Price and schedule details included.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-04-03
Summary:

A matinee for children will be given today at Alexandra Cinematograph at 4 p.m. when the Passion Play will again be presented on the screen. A film illustrating the Olympic Games, held in London last year, will also be exhibited.