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: 1911-09-11
Summary:

The Fall of Troy,' a magnificent Italian film, 2000ft. long, won applause at the Victoria Theatre on Saturday. Another good film entitled 'Love, Luck and Gasoline' cleverly illustrated the slickness of American methods and the possibilities of modern locomotion and wireless. On…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-10-30
Summary:

Harris and Vernon, the clever American dancers at the Victoria Theatre gave a change of programme on Saturday night. The house was packed, and the artists received a great ovation. Some splendid films were also screened.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-03-20
Summary:

The productions staged at the Victoria Theatre under the auspices of Hughes American Musical Comedy Company have convulsed large audience with laughter. 'Society' was presented last night. The performance was offered by Messrs Paul Stanhope and Bert Le Blane, Madame Pearl Lloyd and Mr…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-09-04 - 1912-09-05
Summary:

2 performances 7.15 and 9.15, matinees on Saturdays at 4.30 and Sundays at 6.00; magnificent films; a big success every night of the celebrated artistes and unparalleled dancers, and the American Favourite singer Bayle and Patty.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-09-05
Summary:

The two American artistes, Bayle and Patsy, are still pleasing their audiences at the Victoria. Another important item on the programme was a powerfully dramatic film entitled 'Redemption.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-09-06 - 1912-09-13
Summary:

2 performances 7.15 and 9.15, matinees on Saturdays at 4.30 and Sundays at 6.00; a big hit of the American's favourites Bayle and Patsy; a grand success of the eminent electrical cartoonist Ed. Hill, a high novelty in Hongkong.

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Headline: Benefit Night
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-10-12
Summary:

The Victoria cinematograph was packed last night, the occasion being a benefit performance to the popular manager, Mr. Blake. There was a full programme, and every item was thoroughly enjoyed. Mr. R. H. Stephenson, the manager of the Bijou Scenic theatre, kindly assisted with the programme, as…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-06-02
Summary:

Some remarkably good pictures were screened at the Victoria Theatre last night, including two Edison film stories, both of which had Mr. Harry Furniss. Another especially interesting American film was 'The Smuggler's Daughter.' Miss Norah Moore was in splendid voice and received…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-08-20
Summary:

Those who haven't seen the thrilling American drama 'The Sewer' last night at the Victoria Theatre should come tonight, as it is a film well worth seeing. The comic pictures given were also very amusing. Next week, there will be a gala night for the benefit of the popular Mr.…

10
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-06-19 - 1914-06-27
Summary:

For one week only, The Great Duncan and All American Company, commencing June 22; late car to peak, booking at Moutries.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-06-26
Summary:

The Great Duncan and his all American Co. of artistes attracted large audiences at the Victoria Theatre. Joe Reed used one-stringed violin and played the popular airs on the bells winning himself pounds of applause.

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Headline: At the Cinemas
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-12-05
Summary:

Miss Flo. Brooks an American comedienne made her debut at the Bijou Scenic Theatre. Mr. Bert Flatt produced 'The Census Taker' at the Victoria Theatre. 'His Double Life,' 'Around the World on 2d' and 'The Horse Thief's Wife' was shown.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-05-10
Summary:

There was a very packed house at the Victoria on Saturday night, and a good programme, the chief item of which was the shooting act of 'The Three Carsons.' Another interesting feature of the programme was a moving war map, while prolonged amusement was created by an excellent American…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-06-14 - 1915-06-16
Summary:

On June 15, two magnificent pictures in 2 parts each of 2,000 feet long, 'The Doll' and 'American Born'; comic educational & interesting films, Albert Morrow in the 'Haunted House'; performance by Prof. Gonzales; 9th & 10th episodes of the 'Perils of…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-06-15 - 1915-06-15
Summary:

Films screenings including 'The Doll' (2 parts, 2,000 ft) and 'American Born'; Performances by Albert Morrow; Coming film: 'Perils of Pauline'

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Headline: Victoria
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-01-31
Summary:

In point of plot and of acting 'The Sin of Jean Perlot' is one of the greatest successes Messrs Pathe have achieved. Other items include Pathe's British Gazette, the French Troops in Alsace, some comics and an American drama entitled 'The Heart of Maggie Malone.'…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-03-01
Summary:

The Nigger,' a six-reel drama, will be shown for four nights. William Farnum is the leading actor. This is the first of a series Famous Player Co. films to be shown in Victoria. The film also scored signal successes at the London Shaftesbury Picture Palace and the New York Hippodrome. Later…

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Headline: Victoria
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-03-06
Summary:

The Victoria has been crowded during the past three nights, the Melbournes' latest programme attracted audiences. The sketch 'Great Sale at Right Aways' was shown. Tonight, the popular American film 'The Nigger' will be shown for the first time.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-03-08
Summary:

Another exhibition of the famous American picture 'The Nigger' was given at the Victoria Theatre last night. Melbournes return to the Victoria on Friday night.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-08-22
Summary:

Mr Frederic Coleman is an American journalist, traveller and soldier. He will deliver lectures at the Victoria Theatre on Wednesday and Thursday, and at the Peak Club.