A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
Displaying 1 - 20 of 27
1
Headline: Victoria Theatre: 'The Shielding Shadow'
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-09-29 - 1917-09-29
Summary:

Screening of 'The Shielding Shadow' (final episode), 'Annals of the War, No. 3', British and American Gazettes, 'Man is Not Perfect'; Coming film:'The Chimes' from the novel by Charles Dickens, played by Tom Terris

2
Headline: Victoria Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-10-01 - 1917-10-03
Summary:

On Oct 2, a great novel by Charles Dicken 'The Chimes' in 5 parts; Pathe's British, French & American Gazettes and various comics.

3
Headline: Victoria Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-10-01 - 1917-10-01
Summary:

Coming screening of 'The Chimes' from a great novel by Charles Dickens, Pathe's British, French and American Gazettes, and various Comics

4
Headline: Victoria Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-10-02 - 1917-10-04
Summary:

Tonight: 'The Chimes' from a great novel by Charles Dickens, Pathe's British, French and American Gazettes, and various Comics

5
Headline: Victoria Theatre: 'The Chimes'
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-10-03 - 1917-10-04
Summary:

Tonight: Screening of 'The Chimes', from the novel by Charles Dickens, played by Tom Terris, also, gazettes and comics; Matinee at Wednesday, 3rd Oct, 5.15 p.m.

6
Headline: The Victoria Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-10-04
Summary:

With the worst of the hot weather past, indoor entertainment should again become more popular and the 'houses' which the Victoria Theatre has been enjoying during the past week are a reflex of the popularity of this place of entertainment. One of the best films seen for a long time is…

7
Headline: South China Morning Post News 1917-10-05
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-10-05
Summary:

The Chimes,' the work of Charles Dickens is now screened while the 'Annals of the War' are proceeding with No. 4 of the series.

8
Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-02-24 - 1925-02-28
Summary:

Starting tomorrow, Goldwyn presents the King Vidor production 'Three Wise Fools,' adapted from the play by Austin Strong, staged by Winchell Smith and presented by John Golden. February 25-27 remarks: Today till Thursday, Hongkong China Sun's First super production 'Love is…

9
Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-02-25 - 1925-02-28
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15, 'Three Wise Fools,' presented by Goldwyn, adapted from the screen by King Vidor of John Golden's great Broadway stage success. With special music. At moderate prices. Today till Thursday at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Hongkong China Sun's first…

10
Headline: Coming to the World
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-28 - 1925-03-02
Summary:

Charles Dickens' 'Our Mutual Friend.'

11
Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-28 - 1925-02-28
Summary:

Last chance to see John Golden's Broadway stage triumph, 'Three Wise Fools.' Final show today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. Starting tomorrow at 6 and 9.15 p.m., Asta Nielsen in 'Golden Key.' Coming, a great wonderful super British production, 'Our Mutual Friend,'…

12
Headline: Our Mutual Friend'
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-02-28
13
Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-02-28 - 1925-02-28
Summary:

Starting Wednesday 4th, Charles Dickens' 'Our Mutual Friend.' Plot and illustration included.

14
Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-03-02 - 1925-03-02
Summary:

Today and tomorrow, Asta Meilsen in 'The Golden Key.' Starting Wednesday next, Charles Dickens' novel 'Our Mutual Friend' (the best British Picture even seen.

15
Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-03-02 - 1925-03-02
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Asta Nielsen in 'The Golden Key.' Usual prices. Commencing Wednesday next, Charles Dickens' immortal masterpiece, 'Our Mutual Friend.' Remarks: Another ad. on page 5. Picture included.

16
Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-03-02 - 1925-03-02
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Asta Mielsen [sic] in 'The Golden Key.' Usual prices. Starting Wednesday next, Charles Dickens' 'Our Mutual Friend.'

17
Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-03-03 - 1925-03-07
Summary:

Today! Charles Dickens famous novel becomes the perfect movie 'Our Mutual Friend.' Better than 'A Tale of Two Cities.' By special request, 'Koenigsmark.' March 5 and 6 remarks: The latest and best Chinese feature 'How Road Diverged.' Also, Charles Chaplin…

18
Headline: Today at 5.15 and 9.15 at the World
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-03-03 - 1925-03-04
Summary:

Charles Dickens' immortal masterpiece, 'Our Mutual Friend.'

19
Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-03-03 - 1925-03-05
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., the best British production ever seen in Hongkong, Charles Dickens' immortal masterpiece, 'Our Mutual Friend' in 8 reels. With special musical setting at moderate prices. By special request, romantic 'Koenigsmark' will be shown…

20
Headline: Our Mutual Friend'
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-03-03
Summary:

Our Mutual Friend' is one of the biggest attraction at the World Theatre. This is a Dicken's story better than 'A Tale of Two Cities.' Film synopsis included.