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: 1913-04-29
Summary:

The first public performance given in Hongkong of Mr. T. Edison's invention – The Kinetophone, took place in the Theatre Royal last night. The new invention, in its remarkably life-like presentation of sounds and actions synchronising, is wonderful but by no means perfect. It displayed six…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-04-30
Summary:

The Theatre Royal was crowded last night at the second demonstration of Thos. A. Edison's latest invention, the 'Kinetophone.' The demonstration consisted of 6 pieces: 'Julius Caesar'; Chimes of Normandy'; 'An Indian Girl's Revenge'; 'Jack's…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1913-05-01 - 1913-05-02
Summary:

Programme for tonight in Theatre Royal including Descriptive Lecture, 'The Politician,' 'Jack's Joke,' 'The Old Guard,' 'The Chimes of Normandy,' 'The Redemption' and 'The Edison Minstrels.' Price details included. Matinees on…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-05-01 - 1913-05-05
Summary:

Under patronage of H. E. the Governor, change of programme tonight; 'Descriptive Lecture,' 'The Old Guard,' 'The Politician,' 'The Chinese of Normandy,' 'Jack's Joke,' 'Her Redemption'; the Edison minstrels; prize details and…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-04-22
Summary:

Considering the excellence of the pictures unfolding the undying story of Captain Scott, at the Theatre Royal, there was but a poor attendance last night. The educational value of the pictures cannot be overrated and no European, particularly those of British nationality, should miss seeing the…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-08-08 - 1916-08-10
Summary:

Change of programme tonight: 'Temptation' in 3 parts, showing how Jack Caldwell, a young inventor of a new controlable torpedo, after many exciting events, finally won the day; 'In the Secret Service' in 2 parts; 'Eclair Gazette'; 'Rebecca's Wedding Day…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-05-22 - 1918-05-24
Summary:

22nd, 23rd and 24th May, 1918, screening 'Jack o' Hearts,' a thrilling and powerful drama complete in 6 parts. Also various comics. Saturday, 25th May, see the great and wonderful film, 'The Barrier' in 7 parts.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-05-24
Summary:

An exclusive drama-picture 'Jack of Diamonds' is now being screened at the Hongkong Theatre and pictures will be screened at matinees, including 'A Soul Enslaved,' Rex Beach's 'The Barrier.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-01-03 - 1919-01-06
Summary:

Saturday 4th to Tuesday 7th, January, showing 'Father and the Boys' from George Ade's famous story, in 5 parts, also various comics. Monday 6th, matinee at 5.15 p.m. by special request repeating, 'The Star of Bethlehem.' Tuesday 7th, matinee at 5.15 p.m., showing '…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-01-04 - 1919-01-06
Summary:

Saturday, 4th to Tuesday, 7th January, showing 'Father and the Boys,' from George Ade's famous story in 5 parts, including various comics. Monday 6th, matinee at 5.15 p.m., by special request repeating 'The Star of Bethlehem.' Tuesday 7th, matinee at 5.15 p.m., showing…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-01-07 - 1919-01-07
Summary:

Tonight, showing 'Father and the Boys,' from George Ade's famous story in 5 parts, including various comics. Today (Tuesday) 7th, matinee at 5.15 p.m., showing 'Jack,' drama in 5 parts.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-05-21 - 1919-05-23
Summary:

21st, 22nd and 23rd May, showing Paramount feature in 5 parts from Charles Dickens' famous novel, 'Great Expectations,' featuring Louise Huff and Jack Pickford. Also various comics. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-05-21 - 1919-05-23
Summary:

May 21, 22 and 23, showing Paramount feature 5 parts, from Charles Dickens famous novel, 'Great Expectations,' featuring Louise Huff and Jack Pickford. Also various Comics. Booking at the Theatre.

14
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-05-22
Summary:

Louise Huff and Jack Pickford, the two principal roles in Charles Dickens' 'Great Expectations,' have proved the predicted success in Yesterday's show in Hongkong Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-02-15
Summary:

From tomorrow, at the Hongkong Theatre, a well-selected picture has been announced to be screened, 'The Varmint,' in which Jack Pickford takes the leading part. It is a film worth seeing. It consists of five parts and will run until Friday night, when the Louisian trio and Quartette…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-02-15
Summary:

By Right of Purchase' starred by Norma Talmadge is running at the Hongkong Theatre. Film synopsis included. Tomorrow a new programme, a five part play 'Varmint' starring Jack Pickford, and the popular 'Fatty' will be shown. While the famous Louisana Trio and Quartette…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-02-16 - 1921-02-18
Summary:

Jack Pickford in 'The Varmint,' a Paramount picture in 5 parts.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-02-16 - 1921-02-18
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15, Jack Pickford in 'The Varmint,' a Paramount picture in 5 parts.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-02-16
Summary:

A new programme is billed at Hongkong Theatre, in which Jack Pickford takes the leading role in 'The Varmint.' At the same time, a Paramount picture featuring the popular 'Fatty' in 'Oh! Doctor' will be screened. The Louisiana Trio and Quartette will appear again.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-02-16 - 1921-02-18
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Paramount presents Jack Pickford in 'The Varmint.'