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: 1914-04-25
Summary:

The pictures of Captain Scott's dash for the South Pole drew a fair house last evening at the Theatre Royal. There will be matinee this afternoon.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-04-23
Summary:

The expedition of Captain Robert Falcon Scott included great pictures of penguins and active volcano. The widows and orphans of the dead heroes will control the films and receive the major part of the net profits.

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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: 1914-04-23
Summary:

There was again only a moderate attendance at the Theatre Royal last night when the Scott Expedition pictures were shown. The picture was recorded by Mr. Herbert G. Ponting on Captain Robert Falcon Scott's expedition to the Antarctic.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-04-18
Summary:

Hong Kong is to see the remarkable Antarctic motion pictures of Captain Scott's South Polar Expedition, which were taken by Lt. Herbert G. Ponting F.R.G.S. The exhibition will take place at the Theatre Royal, opening on Monday next. The series is heralded as 'The Undying Story of…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-04-21
Summary:

The Undying Story of Captain Scott and Animal Life in the Antartica' is a production from actual life. It reveals the Antartic and the lives of Captain Scott who sacrificed their lives. Although there were a few empty seats at the openings, the disappoinment faded soon enough.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-04-17
Summary:

The pictures of the Antartic of Captain Scott will be given at the Theatre Royal. The picture starts with Capt Scott bidding last farewell and ended with the last scene revealing their camping place. An interesting incident in the showing of the pictures in Shanghai was that Surgeon Atkinson and…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-04-23
Summary:

The Scott Expedition pictures are marvellous, but they are not being better supported in Hong Kong because the pictures are not allowed to speak for themselves and the lecturer is annoying.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-04-24
Summary:

The cinematograph history of the Scott Antartic Expedition was shown at the Theatre Royal by means of film made by Mr. Herbert G. Ponting. It was fortunate to film a large school of deep sea creatures.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-27
Summary:

The Golden Snare,' declared by many to be James Oliver Curwood's best and most thrilling story of the Far North, will be the screen attraction at the Queen's Theatre today. Lewis Stone is the featured player. Ruth Renick has the feminine lead. Other well-known players in the cast…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-11-27
Summary:

The Golden Snare,' a screen version of James Oliver Curwood story, under the direction of David Hartford for release by Associated First National comes to the Queen's Theatre for four days. Lewis S. Stone, who already featured in Curwood's picture included 'The River's…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-12-23
Summary:

Sir Walter Scott wrote a highly successful English novel, the motion picture version which bids fair to eclipse the popularity of the book upon which it was founded. 'The Bishop's Emeralds' featuring Virginia Pearson, will be seen at the Victoria Theatre. It is the first of a…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-10-04
Summary:

Little Cafe,' starred by well-known French Comedian Max Linder, is destined to rock the world with laughter.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-03-30
Summary:

Cinematograph pictures of the Scott expedition to the Antarctic will be shown at an early date with the Theatre Royal.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-10-06
Summary:

Little Cafe,' is now showing at the World Theatre, is starred by well-known French Comedian Max Linder.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-04-14
Summary:

Johnny Hines has the starring role in 'Little Johnny Jones' which will be the attraction of the World Theatre beginning tomorrow. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-10-07 - 1921-10-08
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., by arrangement with Broadwest Films, a deluxe sporting drama of the season starring, Stewart Rome and Gregory Scott in 'A Gentleman Rider.' Matinee programmes: 5.15 p.m., 'Little Miss Optimist'; 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Trailed by Three' 1, 2 and 3…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-11-08
Summary:

Mary Pickford is always a welcome visitor, and her announced appearance at the Star tonight in 'Little Lord Fauntleroy' makes pleasant reading. She must be commended for one virtue before all others, she invariably chooses appropriate plays. Reports of exhibitors all state that their…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1917-12-12
Summary:

Mr. Herbert G. Ponting shared his views to the possibilities of the kinematograph for education purposes, as a medium on teaching history, natural history, art, literature legend and geography, etc. He was inspired by George Pearson, a former schoolmaster and now one of the most successful film…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-24
Summary:

The Little Crown,' starring Mary Miles Minter, will be screened at the World Theatre tomorrow. The story is written by Avery Hopwood. Film synopsis included.