A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-12-29
Summary:

There will be a special matinee at the Hongkong Theatre on New Year's Day at 4 p.m.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-12-30 - 1917-01-02
Summary:

On Dec 30, 20th-22nd episodes of 'The Diamond from the Sky'; also comic films; new year's day at 4 pm.

3
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-05-23 - 1917-05-24
Summary:

From May 23-25, showing two powerful dramas 'The White Glove Gang' in 3 parts; and 'A Throne at Stake' in 2 parts; don't forget, on May 24, Empire Day, special matinee.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-05-23
Summary:

Attention is drawn to the fact that special Empire Day matinee takes place at the Hongkong Theatre tomorrow at 5 p.m.

5
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-06-09 - 1917-06-12
Summary:

Third episode 'Liberty' in 2 parts, entitled 'American Blood'; a beautiful drama 'His Guiding Star' in 3 parts; War Gazette and 'Youth must have Its Day' (comic).

6
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-11-28
Summary:

The management of Hongkong Theatre informed us that there will be no 9.15 p.m. performance on 'Heather Day.'

7
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-01-19 - 1918-01-23
Summary:

Tonight, screening: the most beautiful serial of the day, 'Gloria's Romance.' Also Keystone Comics. Wednesday, 23rd January, see exclusive Universal feature in 7 parts, ' A Soul Enslaved.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-01-19 - 1918-01-21
Summary:

The Hongkong Film Exchange Co. presents the most beautiful production serial of the day, 'Gloria's Romance,' featuring Miss Billie Burke. Also Keystone comedies. Wednesday, 23rd January, see: a Broadway Universal feature in 7 parts, 'A Soul Enslaved.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1918-08-15
Summary:

Tomorrow the last exhibition of the magnificent film, the 'Daughter of the Gods' takes place at the Hongkong Theatre, and on Saturday the 11th, and two following days episodes of 'Mary Page' will be screened.

10
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-07-12
Summary:

The third and fourth episodes 'The Moon Child' will not be screened at this Theatre tonight as previously advertised, but the dramatic play 'The Daughter of the People,' in five parts will be given instead. The theatre will be entirely closed on the 18th and 9th, for Peach…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-10-30 - 1919-10-30
Summary:

There will be a matinee every day at 5.15 p.m. (Sundays excepted), commencing from Thursday 30th October. Today and tomorrow at 5.15 p.m., showing Fox film drama in 7 parts, Maude Gilbert in 'The Fool's Revenge.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-11-01 - 1919-11-01
Summary:

Announcement: there will be a matinee every day at 5.15 p.m. Saturday 1st to Tuesday 4th November, 9.15 p.m. performances, Kathlyn Williams and Wheeler Oakman in 'The Ne'er-Do-Well,' drama in 10 parts by Rex Beach. Usual prices. Booking your seats early. Monday 3rd, matinee at 5.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-12-18
Summary:

Elaborate preparations are being made at Hongkong Theatre for the Christmas season, and a liberal treat is anticipated for the children on X'mas Day at 2.30 p.m. matinee. The splendid film 'Two men and a woman,' in five reels, is being screened until Friday, featuring Crystine…

14
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-02-26
Summary:

Lovers of the Cinema have again this week a great variety of pictures to choose from, pictures which are guaranteed to appeal to both young and old. At the Coronet Theatre there is showing a really good circus story, at the Hongkong Theatre a tale of present day social life, and at the Victoria…

15
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-04-14
Summary:

The Two Orphans,' the last magnificent production of William Fox which has been screened during the last four days at the Hongkong Theatre, has been drawing crowded houses. Today a new programme is issued including a splendid Triangle comedy entitled 'Indiscreet Corinne,' features…

16
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-06-10 - 1920-06-10
Summary:

Thursday and Friday, 10th and 11th June, for two days only, H. B. Warner and Dorothy Dalton in 'The Raiders' and Billy West in 'The Villain.'

17
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-08-21
Summary:

Accommodation has become so scarce that Hongkong is confronted with the possibility of the elimination of most of its places of amusement. Till quite recently, the Colony has been able to support with ease three good class moving picture houses, chiefly by European patronage But with the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-12-28
Summary:

The beautiful weather prevailing contributed to a most enjoyable series of Xmas celebrations. The places of amusement were crowded at all performances. The Coronet had four shows each day, and specially good pictures were thrown upon the screen. The 'star' pictures included '…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-01-19
Summary:

The new programme for Wednesday, at Hongkong Theatre, will be one of a sensational character, in which Hazel Dawn plays the leading role in 'Clarissa.' On some days, the renowned comedians, The Louisiana Trio and Quartette will appear for the first time with their latest songs.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-06-22
Summary:

The new programme for the week includes a drama by Beulah M. Dix, 'The Sunset Trail' in five parts, Miss Vivian Martin figures in the leading role. It is a story written by Alice McIver and directed by Geo. H. Melford. A very interesting comedy will be screened at the beginning.