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: 1907-11-29
Summary:

A special cinematograph attraction is promised for tomorrow night at the Theatre Royal, and for one night only, when the great Passion Play will be shown. The booking is in the hands of Messrs Moutrie and Company; The Victoria Cinematograph continues to do good business and a set of new pictures…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1908-06-12
Summary:

The Victoria Cinematograph received a series of new films by the last mail from Europe, some of which will be exhibited on Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings. The piece de resistance is one entitled 'The Poor Mother' and it is said to be highly dramatic. Monday next will be the last…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1908-08-18
Summary:

The Victoria Cinematograph continues to draw large audiences every evening. The pictures this week are up to their usual high-class standard and include 'The Two Pick-pockets,' 'The Gendarme has a keen eye,' 'Music and Poetry,' 'For a Crown.' 'The…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-09-01
Summary:

In the place of the present makoshifts [sic] which do duty as cinematograph theatres, shortly be erected on the site of the present Hongkong Cinematograph in Des Voeux Road, a palatial building of steel frames and reinforced concrete by a syndicate headed by Mr. Fogliano. The building will be…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-05-02
Summary:

There will shortly be several additions to the number of local cinemas, the World Cinema adjoining the Sun Company in Des Voeux Road Central and the two cinemas that are being erected in Kowloon, one of which opens in a few days.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-10
Summary:

The Middle East Films, Ld., whose head office is in Singapore, is about to open an office in Hongkong. Mr. Joe Fisher, the general manager of the Company, and Mr. Ernest A. Hopson, who represents several South African corporations connected with film art, are in Hongkong. The first exhibition of…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-08-12 - 1921-08-13
Summary:

Friday 12th to Sunday 14 August, at 9.15 p.m., Triangle Plays presents Dorothy Dalton in a Thomas H. Ince Production, 'The Flame of the Yukon.' At 5.15 p.m., Matinees Friday, Saturday and Monday, 'Vengeance of the Wilds.' At 2.30 p.m. and 7.15 p.m. 15th & 16th episodes of…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-08-16 - 1921-08-18
Summary:

Tuesday, the 16th to Thursday, 18th August, at 9.15 p.m., Betty Brice in 'Loyalty' in 6 parts. At 5.15 p.m., Matinees on Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday, 'The Flame of the Yukon.' At 2.30 p.m. and 7.15 p.m. 17th & 18th episodes of 'The Moon Riders.' August 18…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-18 - 1921-08-18
Summary:

Canyon Pictures presents Franklyn Farnum with Mary Anderson in Colonel Wm. N. Selig's super serial, 'Vanishing Trails' in 15 episodes. Various episodes of the above super serial will be screened at every Thursday's matinee at 5.15 p.m. This afternoon, the 18th inst., at 5.15…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-11-04
Summary:

Local kinema concerns seeking theatre liquor licences for their premises need expect little sympathy from the Licensing Board was clear from the proceedings of the annual session this afternoon when an application by Mr. John Johnson Blake in respect of the World Theatre was refused. Court…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-07
Summary:

In the screen version of the old musical comedy 'Alma, Where Do You Live,' the management has secured a film which should prove a great attraction at the World Theatre for the next two nights.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-20 - 1921-12-22
Summary:

Today 5.15 p.m. & 9.15 p.m., G. A. [sic] Anderson in 'Naked Hands.' 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., final episode of 'King of Circus' [sic] and 1st episode of 'Great London Mystery.' Booking at Messrs. Mehta & Co.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-20 - 1921-12-22
Summary:

Today 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., G. A. [sic] Anderson in 'Naked Hands.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., final episode of 'King of Circus' and 1st episode of 'Great London Mystery.' Booking at Messrs Mehta and Co. (Tel. 951.)

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-20
Summary:

The Modern Method Producing Co. presents the famous player, Mr. G. M. Anderson in 'Naked Hands' which is going to be shown at the World Theatre this afternoon and for two successive days at 5.15 p.m. and 9.15 p.m. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-12-20 - 1921-12-22
Summary:

Today 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., G. A. [sic] Anderson in 'Naked Hands.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., final episodes of 'King of Circus' [sic] and last episode of 'Great London – Mystery' [sic]. Booking at Messrs Mehta and Co., (Tel. 951).

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-23
Summary:

Samuelson Film Manufacturing Company's 'My Lady's Dress,' featuring Gladys Cooper and Malcolm Cherry, is going to be shown at the World Theatre. The plot is written by Edward Knoblock. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-02-10
Summary:

The Cosmopolitan Vaudeville Company from Saigon will open a season on Tuesday night at the World Theatre. The Company includes the Garcia Troupe, renowned athletes: Nina, in latest songs and dances, and Gladys Gordon the experts silver wire performer.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-02-11
Summary:

The Cosmopolitan Vaudeville Company will provide a welcome variation in the World Theatre's programme on Thursday evening.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-02-15
Summary:

Last night, World Theatre hosted the opening performance of Garcia Vaudeville Company in a variety program. Several remarkable somersaults and balancing feats were accomplished and widely applauded by the audience. Miss Gordon performed on the silver wire and is Miss Nina presented songs and…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-02-20 - 1922-02-20
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m. performance only, the last show of the Great Garcia Troupe, Bumps and Company, Nina and the Garcia Brothers. Also Gladys Walton in 'The Man Tamer.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, George B. Seitz in 'Velvet Fingers' 8 and 9 episodes. Booking at the…