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: 1918-05-25
Summary:

It is doubtful if a finer all-round programme has ever been provided for cinema-goers in Hong Kong than that which was supplied by the management of the Victoria Theatre last night, and which will be repeated tonight and tomorrow. It contained news pictures, drama and sheer forces. The special…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-05-27
Summary:

An excellent programme was given on Saturday evening at the Victoria Theatre. The British Gazette and the five reel film 'The On-the-Square Girl,' and the comedy 'Luke and the Wild Woman' proved very interesting and funny. More amusing pictures including 'The Torture of…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-05-29
Summary:

Last evening a psychological play 'The Torture of Silence' was screened. In addition, a Pathe colour film 'The Children of Tulipland' and two other films 'Homemade Pies' and 'Kick In' featuring Molly King will be screened on Friday evening.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-05-31 - 1918-06-01
Summary:

From May 31 to June 3, 'Kick in,' the greatest crook play ever written, with William Courtenay and Mollie King in the leading roles; 'By the Sad Sea Waves,' one thousand feet of laughs, girls and prize winning bathing suites; British Gazette No. 446.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-05-31 - 1918-05-31
Summary:

May 31st and June 1st, 2nd and 3rd, 'Kick In,' the greatest crook play ever written with William Courtenay and Mollie King in the leading roles. Also 'By the Sad Sea Waves,' one thousand feet of laughs, girls and prize-winning bathing suits, and British Gazette No. 446.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-06-01 - 1918-06-03
Summary:

Tonight, 'Kick In,' the greatest crook play ever written with William Courtenay and Mollie King in the leading roles. Also 'By the Sad Sea Waves,' one thousand feet of laughs, girls and prize-winning bathing suits, and British Gazette No. 446. Booking at Anderson's.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-06-01
Summary:

Kick In' was played before for two years in New York as a play and was assured to appear on the screen and we get the opportunity to compare and appreciate both versions. The film featuring Molly [sic] King is going to be screened at the Victoria. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-06-03 - 1918-06-03
Summary:

The management of the Victoria Theatre have much pleasure in announcing that the first two episodes of Pathe's great new serial 'The Seven Pearls' in 15 episodes, with Molly [sic] King and Creighton Hale, it will be screened at the Victoria Theatre on next Friday at 9.15 pm.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-06-03 - 1918-06-03
Summary:

Pathe's great new serial 'The Seven Pearls' in 15 episodes with Mollie King and Creighton Hale will be screened at the Victoria Theatre on Friday next at the 9.15 p.m. performance.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-06-03
Summary:

The new Pathe serial 'The Seven Pearls' to be screened at the Victoria Theatre is a thrilling one. Artistes contributed to the success of the picture, apart from the interesting story of the serials. The story was written by Chas. W. Goddard, who wrote 'The Perils of Pauline…

51
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-06-07 - 1918-06-07
Summary:

Tonight, come to Constantinople with Molly [sic] King & Creighton Hale and witness the amazing series of adventures that follow Creighton's theft from Molly of the famous 'The Seven Pearls.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-06-07 - 1918-06-07
Summary:

Tonight, come to Constantinople with Mollie King and Creighton Hale in 'Seven Pearls.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-06-08
Summary:

The first and second episodes of 'The Seven Pearls,' a popular 'episode' film, in which Molly [sic] King and Creighton Hale take part was shown at the Victoria Theatre last night before a large audience. It is a play with a mystery and the burning question throughout is…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-06-08
Summary:

Last night, the Pathe Freres' new serial film 'The Seven Pearls' was commenced at the Victoria Theatre, starring Molly King, Creighton Hale and Leon Bary. The actor's performance, setting and photography were greatly appreciated. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-07-05
Summary:

Last night at the Victoria Theatre, the British Gazette is peculiarly interesting. Molly [sic] King is the star of the two episodes of the 'Seven Pearls'; while the comedy is amply provided for in 'We Never Sleep,' a two-part Lonesome Luke absurdity in which this eccentric…

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Headline: The Victoria
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-07-12
Summary:

At the Victoria Theatre, the 9th and 10th episodes of 'The Seven Pearls' were shown, featuring Molly King. Film plot included. Interesting items including Max Linder film, British Gazette and Pathe colour film 'Spitzbergen' will be exhibited.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-07-26
Summary:

The further instalments of 'The Seven Pearls' are increasingly exciting, featuring Mollie King. The rest of the programme was very good and was much enjoyed. 'Judex' will be shown soon.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-10-26 - 1918-10-26
Summary:

Matinee: Mollie King in 'Blind Man's Luck.' 9.15 p.m., expensive engagement of Les Aldo-pini.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-10-26 - 1918-10-26
Summary:

Matinee, Mollie King in 'Blind Man's Luck.' 9.15 p.m., expensive engagement of Les Aldo-Pini, the Italian comedians and mimics with a European reputation.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-10-28
Summary:

The large audiences at the Victoria Theatre during the weekend were more than delighted at the splendid programme provided. At yesterday's matinee, that charming picture 'Blind Man's Luck,' in which Mollie King takes the leading role, was greatly appreciated. Not the least…