A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1897-10-18 - 1897-10-20
Summary:

Matinee for children, when the Queen's Jubilee Views will be exhibited besides other interesting and amusing for the little folks. As for the 9.15 p.m. section, last opportunity to see the Queen's Jubilee Pictures and others so highly spoken of by the press. Booking at the Robinson…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1903-01-06 - 1903-01-08
Summary:

The latest and most perfect animated pictures direct from London to Hong Kong. Complete set of Pictures of the Coronation Festivities. Vide Shanghai Press of last Winter. Plan at the Robinson Riano Co., Ltd. T. J. Stevenson is the Proprietor.

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Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-12-29 - 1917-12-29
Summary:

Screening of 'The Gray Ghost' (3rd & 4th episodes); Comedies: 'When the Press Speaks' and 'Nelly the Pride of the Fire House'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-05-25 - 1918-05-25
Summary:

Attraction extraordinary, tonight at 9.15 performance only, see the wonderful screen production from the famous novel, 'The Barrier,' produced by Rex Beach Motion Pictures Co. in 7 reels. Press opinions from The New York Telegraph, The Moving Picture World and The New York Times…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-11-04 - 1918-11-07
Summary:

Coming, Antonio Moreno, Paul Clerget and Pearl White in 'The House of Hate.' November 4 Remarks: Illustration included. November 5 Remarks: Press opinions included. November 6 Remarks: Pictures included. November 7 Remarks: Pathe's great new super-serial 'The House of Hate.…

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Headline: Theatre Royal
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-06-02 - 1919-06-09
Summary:

Ambassador Gerard's 'My Four Years in Germany.' Jun 4 remarks: The First National Exhibitor's Circuit producers of 'Shoulder Arms' and the 'Tarzan' pictures. Ambassador James W. Gerard's 'My Four Years in Germany.' Jun 5 remarks: What the…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-01-30 - 1920-01-31
Summary:

Commencing Saturday, Helen [sic] Chadwick in 'Caleb Piper's Girl,' an unusually interesting drama in five parts. Harold Lloyd in his biggest success 'The Rajah.' Pathe's British Gazette Nos. 600 and 601. 'London from Above,' unique pictures taken from…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-01-30 - 1920-01-30
Summary:

Commencing Saturday, 31st January, Helen Chadwick in 'Caleb Piper's Girl,' an unusually interesting, vivacious and highly entertainment drama in five parts. Also Harold Lloyd in his biggest success, 'The Rajah.' Pathe's British Gazette Nos. 600 and 601. 'London…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-04-18 - 1921-04-23
Summary:

The model E. M. film projecting machine is perfect in every way. Manufactured by the Danish Cinematograph Works, Copenhagen. Also the new condenser which saves 25% current. They can now be obtained from the sole agents for the far east: Danish Chinese Commercial Co., 1A Chater Road.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-01-05 - 1922-01-09
Summary:

Christmas periodicals just arrived. Kinema comic, film fun and boy's realm on sale by ‘post' kiosk, Blake Pier, Ah Yan Bookstall, Kowloon Ferry Wharf, Peak Tramway Bookstall, Lee Yee Hairdressers, Kowloon Ferry Bookstall. Wholesale agents, White Star Booksellers, Hongkong and Canton.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-29 - 1922-08-29
Summary:

Patrons of the Coronet: I want your opinion! I have booked a picture which I do not like, but which the trade papers, praise up to the skies! The picture is 'The Revenge of Tarzan' and it is showing at the Coronet tonight. I am willing to admit that having seen both 'Tarzan of the…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-06-14 - 1923-06-14
Summary:

Tonight we are presenting to you at the Star, a variety turn that comes with the best credentials of any act that has visited Hongkong. Harry Leeds and Trixie Lemar who have come here after a most successful engagement at the Carlton Theatre, Shanghai, have shown us their press notices and I see…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-12-31 - 1923-12-31
Summary:

Why not take your own movie? You will too, with the Sept Camera. Although smaller than the usual hand camera, The Sept is not a toy. It is a real movie machine which will give you 17 feet of film by simply pressing the automatic spring. Price $300. You can also show films in your own home with…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-23 - 1924-01-23
Summary:

Absolutely dangerless owing to its low wattage bulb lamp. Essential for perfect projection of standard-sized films and slides. In commercial, educational, religious, industrial, professional and social fields. Inquires solicited. Pathe-Orient, 12, Queen's Road, Central, Hongkong.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-10-01 - 1924-10-07
Summary:

Tuesday night, October 7th, farewell tour of the world, your last opportunity to see Malini, the king of entertainer. Acclaimed the world over by press, public and royalty. The greatest entertainment of the age. Prices $3, $2 and $1. Booking at Moutrie's and the Star. Children and…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-01-06 - 1925-01-09
Summary:

Acclaimed by press and public in New York. Film review included. Carl Laemmle presents 'Merry Go Round' commencing Wednesday. January 7-9 remark: Mary Philbin and Norman Kerry in 'Merry-Go-Round.'

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-01-07 - 1925-01-10
Summary:

Today till Saturday, the picture you've been long waiting for 'Merry-Go-Round' in eleven reels featuring Mary Philbin, Norman Kerry and a great cast. The latest Chinese super-production 'The Valiant Brothers' in ten reels produced by Commercial Press Ltd. Also 'Mr.…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-07 - 1925-01-08
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'Merry-Go-Round' in 11 reels, featuring Mary Philbin, Norman Kerry and a great cast. Today till Saturday at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., the latest Chinese super-production, 'The Valiant Brothers' [sic] in 10 reels produced by Commercial…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-01-07 - 1925-01-10
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'Merry-Go-Round,' featuring Mary Philbin, Norman Kerry and a great cast. Today till Saturday at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., the latest Chinese super-production 'Two Valiant Brothers' in 10 reels produced by Commercial Press Ltd. Also '…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-10 - 1925-01-10
Summary:

Last chance to see the greatest Jewel production, 'Merry-Go-Round' in 11 reels, featuring Mary Philbin, Norman Kerry and others. Final show today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. Starting tomorrow at 6 and 9.15 p.m., F. B. O. presents Carmel Myers in 'The Love Pirate.' Today till Sunday…