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: 1918-09-10 - 1918-09-10
Summary:

15 exciting episodes, commencing Thursday 12th September. 'The Hidden Hand' is the most enthralling serial Pathe has ever produced. It is a mysterious and awe-inspiring story and teams with the marvellous scientific knowledge of a master criminal created by Arthur B. Reeve. Book your…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-11-06
Summary:

The Victoria Theatre management secured another magnificent serial film 'The House of Hate' featuring Antonio Moreno and Pearl White. It is written by Arthur B. Reeve and Chas. A. Logue. 'Protea IV' will be exhibited soon.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-04-15
Summary:

Last evening, Queen's Theatre screened the film version of William Hurlbut's drama, entitled 'Body and Soul,' featuring Alice Lake. The film was directed by Charles Swickard and the photography was done by Arthur Reeves. A. E. Frenderman was responsible for the art settings.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-06-03
Summary:

The new Pathe serial 'The Seven Pearls' to be screened at the Victoria Theatre is a thrilling one. Artistes contributed to the success of the picture, apart from the interesting story of the serials. The story was written by Chas. W. Goddard, who wrote 'The Perils of Pauline…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-04-15
Summary:

Parisian photoplays – until 'Body and Soul' brought Alice Lake to the screen again last evening at the Queen's Theatre – have been of two sorts, very drawing-room and impressively smart, or very underworld in an unconvincing, Apache-like way. Hence the relief and later, as soon as…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1902-11-19
Summary:

A fire has totally destroyed the theatre at Port Arthur, says the Shanghai Times. It was the only place of entertainment for the foreign community, and had a seating capacity for about 1,000 persons.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1906-01-22
Summary:

For the preparation of Prince Arthur of Connaught's visit, a Chinese banquet is to be given at enormous expense in the Ko Shing Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-04-28
Summary:

Uncharted Channels,' the Robertson-Cole production, featuring H. B. Warner, which is the current attraction at the Star Theatre. Mr Warner is supported by Kathryn Adams. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-04-15 - 1924-04-16
Summary:

Arthur Bouchier and an all-British cast in 'The Great Day.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-04-27
Summary:

H. B. Warner displays his engaging versatility to a decided advantage in 'Uncharted Channels' which heads the current programme at the Star Theatre. Mr. Warner is supported by Kathryn Adams. Film plot included. A Topical Budget containing pictures of Tutankhamen's tomb is another…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-04-15 - 1924-04-16
Summary:

Today and tomorrow, Arthur Bourchier and an all-British cast in 'The Great Day.'

12
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-07
Summary:

The Misfit Wife,' a Metro production featuring Alice Lake, was seen last night at the Queen's Theatre. It was the performance of Alice Lake as Katie Molly that counted most in the picture's success. The cast includes Forrest Stanley, Leota Lorraine, Edward Martindel, Jack…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-04-16
Summary:

Star Theatre is currently screening 'The Great Day' featuring Arthur Bourchier. The film is being shown for the last time this evening.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-01-04 - 1917-01-04
Summary:

An one-page detailed story of the first and second episodes of the film 'The Iron Claw', written by Arthur Stringer; See the film tomorrow at the Victoria Theatre

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-01-11 - 1917-01-11
Summary:

An one-page detailed story of the third and fourth episodes of the film 'The Iron Claw', written by Arthur Stringer; See the film tomorrow at the Victoria Theatre

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-01-18 - 1917-01-18
Summary:

An one-page detailed story of the fifth and sxith episodes of the film 'The Iron Claw', written by Arthur Stringer; See the film tomorrow at the Victoria Theatre

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-01-25 - 1917-01-25
Summary:

An one-page detailed story of the seventh and eighth episodes of the film 'The Iron Claw', written by Arthur Stringer; See the film tomorrow at the Victoria Theatre

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-02-01 - 1917-02-01
Summary:

An one-page detailed story of theninth and tenth episodes of the film 'The Iron Claw', written by Arthur Stringer; See the film tomorrow at the Victoria Theatre

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-02-08 - 1917-02-08
Summary:

An one-page detailed story of eleventh and tweleth episodes of the film 'The Iron Claw', written by Arthur Stringer; See the film tomorrow at the Victoria Theatre

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-02-15 - 1917-02-15
Summary:

An one-page detailed story of thirteenth and fourteenth episodes of the film 'The Iron Claw', written by Arthur Stringer; See the film tomorrow at the Victoria Theatre