A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Palisade
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1916-07-21 - 1916-07-25
Summary:

(Out-of-door pictures, location near post office, Kowloon) The film, 'The Port of Missing Men,' featuring Arnold Daly. Keystone comics including 'Fatty's Finish' and 'Snooker's Disguise' [sic]. Australian cartoon gazette included. Band night on Saturday.…

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Headline: Palisade
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1916-07-26 - 1916-07-27
Summary:

(Out-of-door pictures, location near post office, Kowloon) Change of programme. 'Caprice' in 4 parts, featuring Mary Pickford, by The Famous Players Films Co. Pictures including 'Harry Gazette' and 'Schnitz, The Tailor' (by Keystone). Comics including 'Oh! My…

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Headline: Palisade
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1916-08-11 - 1916-08-14
Summary:

(Out-of-door pictures, location near post office, Kowloon) Change of programme. A drama 'The Evil Genius' in 3 parts by Eclair. A romance 'Clancarty' by London Film Ltd. in 2 parts. Films including 'In the Enemy's Lines,' 'Panama Canal' and 'The…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-08-14 - 1916-08-14
Summary:

Tonight, Eclair presents 'The Evil Genius' in 3 parts, an intensely interesting social drama showing probably the most wonderful fire scene ever screened; 'Clancarty' in 2 parts, a magnificent production by the London Films Ltd., a delightful romance in the time of William II…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-08-29 - 1916-08-31
Summary:

Oppenheim's great mystery serial, 6th episode of 'The Black Box' in 2 parts, more perplexing and exciting than ever; 'The Wreck,' a powerful drama by the K. B. Films Co. in 3 parts; 'Under Desperation's Spur,' drama by Kalen; 'Bunny's Scheme,…

6
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-09-19 - 1916-09-21
Summary:

A powerful production by the Famous Players Co. 'Leah Kleschina' [sic] in 4 reels, featuring Charlotte [sic] Nillson; 'Pawns in the Game of Life,' a two reel drama by the Universal Company; 'Getting His Man,' cowboy drama by the Bison Co.; 'A Gentleman of…

7
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-09-26 - 1916-09-29
Summary:

An exceedingly exciting story in three reels by the Vitagraph Company, 'An Officer and a Gentleman'; a sensational drama 'Living Fear' by the Lubin Company in 2 reels; 'When East Comes West,' smuggling drama; comics: 'Dorothy Dandbridge'; 'Three of a…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-09-30 - 1916-09-30
Summary:

The Famous Players Company presents 'The Prisoner of Zenda' in 4 parts; a screaming comedy 'My Friend from India' in 3 parts; 'The Cowboy and the Outlaw'; 'A Tale of the West.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-12-08
Summary:

New Queen's Theatre is making some structural changes, most important of them being the removal of supporting columns which used to obstruct the view of the stage. Safety is being given the first priority in the construction and working of the new design which was prepared by Mr. L. Gain.…

10
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-04-15 - 1924-04-23
Summary:

Opening early in May, with grand display of the latest films. Usual prices. Nothing like it in the far East. Watch for latest announcements.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-04-24 - 1924-04-29
Summary:

Best music and best entertainment. Opening ceremony on 1st of May.

12
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-04-30
Summary:

Hongkong's new theatre, one of the finest buildings of its kind in the Far East, will be thrown open to the public tomorrow, May 1, with a special programme. The handsome structure will seat 1,400 people with ease and comfort and is splendidly illuminated throughout. Striking as is its…

13
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-04-30 - 1924-05-05
Summary:

Largest, Coolest and most comfortable moving picture house in the far East. Best music and best entertainment. Opening ceremony tomorrow. Commencing, May 2nd to 5th at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'The Hero.' Admission: 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., box $7.20 (6 seats), dress circle 80 cents…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-05-01
Summary:

Queen's Theatre had its opening show this afternoon. It screened the film 'The Hero.' At around half-past two, the Hon. Mr. R. H. Kotewall performed the opening ceremony. H. E. the Governor, Sir R. E. Stubbs, arrived at around three o'clock. Everyone was impressed with the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-01
Summary:

Such was the good fortune of some 50 Los Angeles youngsters who were given an opportunity to work in the Gasnier production of 'The Hero,' to be shown at the Queen's Theatre tomorrow. The leading actors in the film are Gaston Glass, the 'Hero,' Barbara La Marr, John…

16
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-02
Summary:

With the opening of the Queen's Theatre, Hongkong at last has a theatre in keeping with her progress in other directions. In decoration, ventilation, lighting and general cosiness, this new hall on Queen's Road is far ahead of anything the Colony has of the same nature. The balcony and…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-03
Summary:

The Hero' is the attraction at the Queen's Theatre till next Monday. The film starred Barbara La Marr and Gaston Glass. Film plot included.

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-05-03
Summary:

Queen's Theatre is screening 'The Hero,' till Monday. The film features Barbara La Marr and Gaston Glass. The Theatre also boasts splendid acoustic properties. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-05-05
Summary:

Queen's Theatre is screening the Gasnier production, entitled 'The Hero,' featuring Barbara La Marr, for the last time tonight. Tomorrow, another Gasnier production 'Daughters of the Rich' will be presented at all performances. The cast includes Gaston Glass, Miriam…

20
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-05
Summary:

In 'The Hero' showing at the Queen's Theatre till Monday night, Barbara La Marr, Doris Pawn and Gaston Glass are supported by a well-chosen cast who harmonise well in the excellent settings. Film plot included.