A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: The City Hall
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1898-01-13
Summary:

Report of the Committee of Management to be submitted to the annual meeting of shareholders in and subscribers to the City Hall. There is a detailed description of the theatre's building and some of the performances. For instance, during the twelve months from 1st July, 1896, to 30th June…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1908-07-06
Summary:

Tonight an excellent film showing 'one of the most important captures of Sherlock Holmes' will be exhibited at the Victoria Cinematograph for three days.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1908-07-06 - 1908-07-09
Summary:

First time in Hong Kong, 'Sherlock Holmes.' Two performances nightly. Schedule details included. Tickets can also be obtained at the Robinson Piano Co. Don't forget the address: Des Voeux Road (Pottinger Street Corner).

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1908-07-09
Summary:

Large audiences nightly crowd the Victoria Cinematograph where a new and interesting lot of pictures are being shown. Amongst the most amusing ones are an Amateur Hunter, Maniac Acrobat, Living Barrels and a Raffled Turkey. The magnificent film showing one of the most important captures by…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-01-27 - 1911-01-31
Summary:

Premier hall of the colony (Des Voeux Road Central, Opposite Central Market). Schedule details included. Tonight! The great dramatic film, 'Lieut. Rose, R. N. and the Arabian Spy.' During the holidays, including the films 'Manon Lescant' [sic], 'Foolhead in the Lion…

6
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-09-29
Summary:

A complete change of programme is announced in connection with the Victoria Theatre tonight, when the films to be presented are all new. Altogether some 82 films have arrived and will be presented during the course of the next week or so. The programme for tonight includes comic film 'The…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1918-11-26
Summary:

An article on the ways of the portray of villains in cinematography. 'The Colleen Bawn,' 'Sherlock Holmes,' 'The Speckled Band,' 'Baffles,' 'Sexton Blake,' and 'Mysteries of Myra' were mentioned as examples.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-02-18 - 1919-02-20
Summary:

February 19, 20 and 21, showing the final episodes of 'The Voice of the Wire.' Thursday 20th, matinee at 5.15 p.m., showing 'The Rose of the Rancho' in 5 parts. Saturday 22nd, see Helen Holmes in 'The Lass of the Lumberlands.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-02-21 - 1919-02-25
Summary:

February 22, 23, 24 and 25, showing 1st and 2nd episodes, Helen Holmes in 'A Lass of the Lumberlands,' also Gazette and Keystone Comics. Wednesday 26th, see 'Lydia Gilmore,' 5 parts. Friday 28th, matinee at 5.15 p.m., showing 'The Daughter of MacGregor,' 5 parts.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-02-27 - 1919-03-02
Summary:

March 1, 2, 3 and 4, showing 3rd and 4th episodes, 'A Lass of the Lumberlands,' featuring Helen Holmes, also Gazette and Comics. Tuesday 4th, matinee at 5.15 p.m., 1st and 2nd episodes, Billie Burke in 'Gloria's Romance.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-04-14
Summary:

Featuring Dorothy Dalton in the principal role, 'Love Letters,' a Paramount drama in 5 reels was screened for the first time at the Hongkong Theatre. The thrilling drama 'Dawn' will be repeated. On Sunday, the chief attraction will be 'Our Better Selves' with Fannie…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-09-13
Summary:

At the Hongkong Theatre a comedy 'The Adventurer' featuring Charlie Chaplin, is now being screened, also a magnificent drama 'Eve's Daughter,' featuring Billie Burke. Interesting scenes from Burton Holmes' Travel No. 1169 complete the programme.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-09-23
Summary:

The World Theatre provided screening of 'Lifting Shadow,' starring Emmy Wehlen, Stuart Holmes, Wyndham Standing, Julia Swayne Gordon. The film was produced and directed by Leonce Perret. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-10-07 - 1921-10-11
Summary:

Tonight 9.15 p.m., by arrangement with Broadwest Films, a deluxe sporting drama of the season starring Stewart Rome and Gregory Scott in 'A [sic] Gentleman Rider.' Matinee programmes: 5.15 p.m., 'Little Miss Optimist'; 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Trailed by Three' episodes…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-11-02
Summary:

One of the latest and most successful stunts worked by Thomas H. Ince paramount attraction is the film entitled 'A Family Skeleton' wherein Charles Ray features in the principal role, and it will be screened in Hongkong Theatre. While Charlies Chaplin's 'Shanghaied' and…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-08-22 - 1922-08-24
Summary:

5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Stuart Holmes and Ellen Cassidy in 'Love Honor and --?' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Eileen Sedgwick in 'The Great Radium Mystery' episodes 4 and 5. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-09-12
Summary:

Five reels of Taylor Holmes in 'Upside Down' are ready for a try in the World Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-09-12 - 1922-09-14
Summary:

Today 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Triangle special presentation, Taylor Holmes in 'Upside Down.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Eileen Sedgwick in 'The Great Radium Mystery' episodes 10 and 11. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-10-20 - 1922-10-21
Summary:

Friday and Saturday 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents Gladys Brockwell in 'Pitfalls of a Big City.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Helen Holmes in 'Tiger Band' episodes 1, 2 and 3. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre. October 20 Remarks: On page 5, another ad. on 'Pitfalls…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-01-30
Summary:

A thrilling drama with the above title, in which Miss Alice Brady figures in the principal role, is now attracting large audiences at the World Theatre. Other starring included H. E. Herbert.