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: 1919-05-31 - 1919-05-31
Summary:

Commencing Monday, 2dn June, 3 nights only, Frank Keenan as 'Mathias' in Sir Henry Irving's dramatic masterpiece, 'The Bells,' an extra selected star photoplay. Prices as usual. Booking at Anderson's. Picture and film critique included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-05-31
Summary:

Those who enjoyed Mr Frank Keenan in the two Pathe offerings, 'More Trouble' and 'Loaded Dice' have a treat and a big surprise in store for them, as 'The Bells' will be shown at the Victoria Theatre. It was first shown in Rialto Theatre, New York. Film synopsis…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-05-31 - 1919-06-02
Summary:

Frank Keenan as 'Mathias' in Sir Henry Irving's Dramatic Masterpieces 'The Bells.' An extra selected star photoplay. Tonight (Monday), June 2nd. 3 nights only. Prices as usual. Booking at Anderson's. Film review included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-06-02 - 1919-06-04
Summary:

Frank Keenan as 'Mathias' in Sir Henry Irving's Dramatic Masterpiece 'The Bells,' an extra selected star photoplay. Pathe's American Gazette 87. Matinee: 'The Great Boer War.' Booking at Anderson's.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-06-02 - 1919-06-04
Summary:

Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, 3 nights only at 9.15 p.m., Frank Keenan in Sir Henry Irving's dramatic masterpiece, 'The Bells,' a selected star photoplay. Also Pathe's American Gazette 87. Thursday matinee, June 5th at 5.15 p.m., 'The Great Boer War.' Booking at…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-06-02
Summary:

The Victoria Theatre management is fortunate in having secured Sir Henry Irving's classic drama 'The Bells' which has been rendered into a masterpiece of cinematograph art with the great character actor, Frank Keenan. It is a film complete in itself and it will be screened for…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-06-02
Summary:

The Victoria Theatre management is fortunate in having secured Sir Henry Irving's 'The Bells' which has been rendered into a masterpiece of cinematograph with Frank Keenan.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-02 - 1919-06-04
Summary:

Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday 9.15 p.m., 3 nights only, Frank Keenan as 'Mathias' in Sir Henry Irving's dramatic masterpiece, 'The Bells,' an extra selected star photoplay. Pathe's American Gazatte, No. 87. Thursday matinee, June 5th at 5.15 p.m., 'The Great…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-06-03
Summary:

Henry Irving's 'The Bells' is screening at the Victoria Theatre, featuring Frank Keenan. Film synopsis included. 'The Spender' will also be shown at the matinee this evening. 'The Great Boer War' will be screened at Thursday's matinee.

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Headline: Kinema Pars
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-03
Summary:

Several pieces of news were included in this article: 1. Enrico Caruso, the great tenor of the Metropolitan Opera House in New York, made his debut at the Rivoli, New York in a picture entitled 'My Cousin'; 2. Soldiers and sailors throughout the war have been in demand for pictures,…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-06-25
Summary:

The Midnight Stage' will be shown at the Victoria. It is a five reel Frank Keenan photoplay, the successful star in 'The Bells,' adapted and modernized for the screen from Sir Henry Irving's 'The Lyons Mail.' Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-06-27
Summary:

There is something magnetic about the name of Mr. Frank Keenan in his relation to moving pictures. He has made a speciality of the late Sir Irving's masterpieces, 'The Bells.' This time, he featured in 'The Midnight Stage,' which is certain to draw good houses.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-08-20
Summary:

Every woman, will find herself gripped in the spell of 'The Silver Girl,' starring Frank Keenan, the star in 'The Bells' and Henry Irving's 'The Midnight Stage,' which will be shown at the Victoria Theatre. This Pathe Extra Selected Star Photoplay is an…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-02-04 - 1920-02-04
Summary:

Tonight, Miss Adelaida, a well-known Italian danseuse will give a brilliant exhibition of latest fancy dancing. Also Frank Keenan, the extra selected star in 'The Bells,' Sir Henry Irving's classic success, in five intense parts. Don't miss the opportunity.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-22
Summary:

Time was when history took a backseat in the hearts of school children. It was presented to them by old-fashioned methods. Today, there is no reason why all school children should not simply love history. They have a big help in the cinema, which is constantly presenting pictures full of…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-01-23
Summary:

My American Wife,' the Paramount picture, is having final screening at the Coronet. The picture is starred by Gloria Swanson and Antonio Moreno. Film plot included. Tomorrow has been reserved for historical film 'When Knighthood was in Flower,' a story of the days of King Henry…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-01-27
Summary:

When Knighthood Was in Flower,' starring Marion Davies, taken from the romantic novel by Charles Major, is being shown at the Coronet Theatre. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-27
Summary:

The wonderful historical picture at the Coronet, 'When Knighthood Was in Flower,' is a screen version of Charles Major's famous historical novel. The principal roles are played by Marion Davies and Forrest Stanley, and the supporting cast is strong. A fine portrayal of Henry VIII…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-28
Summary:

The season of 'When Knighthood Was in Flower' comes to a close at the Coronet today. It has been seen by some of the best education authorities in the Colony. English history is certainly one of the subjects in the average scholastic curriculum that makes for maximum marks, and the…