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: 1919-02-22 - 1919-02-26
Summary:

February 24, 25 and 26, 1919, Frank Keenan in 'Ruler of the Road' and Harold Lloyd in 'Over the Fence.' Also showing British Gazette No. 489. Booking at Robinson's.

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Headline: Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-02-24 - 1919-02-26
Summary:

Tonight, Frank Keenan in 'Ruler of the Road.' Harold Lloyd in 'Over the Fence.' British Gazette No. 489. Booking at Robinson's.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-02-24 - 1919-02-26
Summary:

February 24th, 25th and 26th 1919, Frank Keenan in 'Ruler of the Road'; Harold Lloyd in 'Over the Fence'; British Gazette No. 489. Booking at Robinson's.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-04-05
Summary:

Last night in Victoria Theatre, a fine 7-part film 'The Price of a Good Time' was shown. Film plot included. Other funny comics and British Gazette were also able to maintain a good reputation for the theatre. On Monday, there is to be a fine Pathe film 'Loaded Dice' in which…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-05-15 - 1919-05-17
Summary:

Frank Keenan's screen triumph 'More Trouble.' Film plot included. Hailed by the New York critics as the best picture play of the year! May 15-17 remarks: 'Her Painted Hero' and British Gazette No. 524-525 (President Wilson in London). Booking at Robinson's.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-05-15 - 1919-05-17
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Frank Keenan in 'More Trouble,' 'Her Painted Hero' and British Gazette Nos. 524-525 (President Wilson in London). Booking at Robinson's.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-05-15 - 1919-05-17
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Frank Keenan in 'More Trouble.' Also 'Her Painted Hero' and British Gazette No. 524-525. (President Wilson in London.) Booking at Robinson's. May 15 Remarks: Frank Keenan's screen triumph, More Trouble. Starting today at The Coronet.…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-05-16
Summary:

With the customary idea of supplying films that are a pleasure to see and free from penny-dread-fullness, the Coronet Theatre management yesterday presented an excellent picture programme, the star film being 'More Trouble.' The piece is excellently acted by Frank Keenan. Film synopsis…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-10-11
Summary:

A very attractive bill has been prepared for the patrons of the Victoria Theatre tonight. There is an extra-selected star photoplay entitled 'Todd of the Times' with Frank Keenan seen in one of his best character impersonations. The British Gazette is very topical, and a Harold Lloyd…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-10-11
Summary:

The programme the Victoria Theatre management is presenting tonight is very attractive. Frank Keenan, America's greatest character actor, will be seen in 'Todd of the Times.' The British Gazette is full of vivid pictures. 'Billy Blazes, Esqr.' [sic] featuring Harold…

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Headline: The Victoria
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-01-05 - 1920-01-08
Summary:

Gates of Brass' is one of Frank Keenan's own productions which he personally supervised. Come and enjoy yourselves and hear the band of the Wiltshire Regiments. January 5 and 6 remarks: 5.15 p.m. Fannie Ward in 'Profiteers.' Booking at Anderson's.

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Headline: The Victoria
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-01-05 - 1920-01-08
Summary:

Tonight's new bill, Frank Keenan in 'Gates of Brass,' a vitally gripping drama with a symbolic title, based on the Greek philosophy that the nemesis of our deeds follows us. Band of the Wiltshire Regiment in attendance. January 5 & 6 Remarks: 5.15 p.m., Fannie Ward in '…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-01-05
Summary:

The second of a notable series of productions made by Frank Keenan, in which he appears as the star, opened its run at the Victoria Theatre yesterday. It is called 'Gates of Brass.' Mr. Keenan has surrounded himself with a cast of exceptional ability, including Lois Wilson, George…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-01-05
Summary:

In 'Gates of Brass' to be shown tonight at the Victoria Theatre, Frank Keenan gives one of the most fascinating and powerful performance on the screen. He is supported by Lois Wilson, George Fisher, Clyde Benston [sic], Edwin Tilton, Lillian Langdon and Frank De Loan. The play is…

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Headline: The Victoria
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-01-05
Summary:

Gates of Brass!' is written by Mrs. Kata Corbaley. It is a five-act drama, of that name especially starring Mr. Frank Keenan. It opens a three-day run at the Victoria Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-01-05 - 1920-01-08
Summary:

Tonight new bill, Frank Keenan in 'Gates of Brass,' a vitally gripping drama with a symbolic title. Band of the Wiltshire Regiment in attendance. 5.15 p.m., Fannie Ward in 'The Profiteers.' Booking at Anderson's. January 5 Remarks: On page 8, another ad. on 'Gates…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-01-08 - 1920-01-09
Summary:

Today, Frank Keenan in 'The Master Man.' British Gazette, 'The Social Pirates.' At 7.15 p.m., 'Atta Boy's Last Race.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-01-08 - 1920-01-12
Summary:

Commencing Friday, Pathe presents Fannie Ward in 'Our Better Selves,' a five-act dram of renunciation and self-sacrifice. Matinee: Frank Keenan in 'Gates of Brass.' January 9 remarks: British Gazette and Harold Lloyd comedy. Booking at Anderson's. January 10 remarks:…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-01-08 - 1920-01-09
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Frank Keenan in 'The Master Man.' Also British Gazette and 'The Social Pirates.' At 7.15 p.m., 'Atta Boy's Last Race.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-01-08 - 1920-01-08
Summary:

Commencing Friday, 9th January, Pathe presents Fannie Ward in 'Our Better Selves,' a five-act drama of renunciation and self-sacrifice. Matinee daily at 5.15 p.m., Frank Keenan in 'Gates of Brass.'