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: 1897-10-15 - 1897-10-16
Summary:

The Cinematograph for one night only. The latest improved projecting Machine in which the vibration so noticeable and trying to the eyes is now entirely eliminated. Views of the Queen's Jubilee in London will be the special feature of the Entertainment. The following scenes will be shown: A…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1897-10-20 - 1897-10-20
Summary:

The Cinematograph was a grand success. This was the last opportunity to see The Queen's Jubilee Pictures and other beautiful views; Seats can be reserved at W. Robinson & Company's Stores. Johnson & Charvet are the proprietors.

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Headline: Al Fresco Fete
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-10-28 - 1911-11-04
Summary:

Grand cinematograph show will be exhibited during the evening and night

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Headline: Al Fresco Fete
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-11-06
Summary:

The al fresco fete in the grounds of the Roman Catholic Cathedral last night was crowded. The good cause of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul was liberally benefitted. Both the shooting gallery and cinematograph were largely patronised.

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Headline: Al Fresco Fete
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-10-24 - 1912-11-02
Summary:

To be held in the compound of the Roman Catholic Cathedral on Sunday, 3rd November from 9 p.m. to 11 p.m.; Grand Cinematograph show will be exhibited during the evening and night.

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Headline: Al Fresco Fete
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-10-24 - 1912-11-01
Summary:

In aid of the funds of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul to be held in the compound of the Roman Catholic Cathedral on Sunday; 3rd Nov from 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. under the most distinguished patronage of His excellency the Governor Sir Francis, Henry May and Lady May; admission ticket $ 1.00 which…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-11-04
Summary:

At the Roman Catholic Church compound yesterday, the annual al fresco fete in connection with the Society of St. Vincent de Paul was held. The cinematograph exhibition kindly given by Pathe Freres, was the means of attracting many stray dollars.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-06-16
Summary:

Some five hundred people witnessed a fine cinematograph entertainment at Kowloon last evening. This was held to help the funds of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul. Local pictures among others were provided by the Variety Film Exchange Company.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-06-17
Summary:

Some hundreds of people turned out at the cinematograph entertainment given in Mr. Alves' extensive garden at Kowloon in aid of the Society St. Vincent de Paul. Also, The Film Exchange Company lent a series of Kowloon pictures for the event.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-11-10
Summary:

Abstracts of the accounts of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Hongkong, Wanchai and Kowloon districts from 1st October 1914 to 30th September, 1915. Proceeds of Cinema show at Kowloon is $161.67.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-11-15
Summary:

The spacious compound of the Roman Catholic Cathedral presented a most animated scene. Scout Master A. J. Edwards and staff kindly lent their assistance to the Bazaar's cinematograph show.

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Headline: At the Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-10-13 - 1923-10-13
Summary:

We believe that even that record will be eclipsed by the figures for Metro's superb presentation of Anthony Hope's famous romantic novel, 'The Prisoner of Zenda.' Rex Ingram was its director; Alice Terry is Princess Flavia; Lewis Stone plays Rudolf Rassendyll; Stuart Holmes…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-10-13
Summary:

An unusually interesting attraction beginning at the Coronet tomorrow, is the film version of Anthony Hope's 'Prisoner of Zenda.' It is a great theatrical hit, with Miss Fay Compton and a brilliant cast is one of the outstanding successes of the London season. The Metro Company…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-10-15
Summary:

Last night, Coronet Theatre presented a Metro Pictures production entitled 'The Prisoner of Zenda.' The film was directed by Rux [sic] Ingram.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-10-15
Summary:

Mr. Anthony Hope may rightly be called the creator of the country of Ruritania, about which so many romances and plays are written nowadays. 'The Prisoner of Zenda' is so well-known to the general public that it is a matter of general interest to see how the film version compares with…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-10-16
Summary:

Metro Pictures were astute enough to let Rex Ingram have a free hand to direct 'The Prisoner of Zenda,' which result the screen version compares very favourably with the book and stage play. Coronet is still providing screening of the film this week.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-10-20 - 1923-10-20
Summary:

Tonight for the last time, the Coronet shows Rex Ingram's superb presentation of Anthony Hope's masterpiece, 'The Prisoner of Zenda.' '$2 in Shanghai, $1 here,' and the Star shows George Arliss in 'Disraeli.' Tomorrow the Coronet has Reginald Denny in…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-10-30
Summary:

Hearts are Trumps,' a film adaptation of the old Drury Lane melodrama by Cecil Raleigh is proving a big draw at the Coronet. Alice Terry, of 'Prisoner of Zenda' fame, has the starring role, and the picture was made by Rex Ingram.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-10-31
Summary:

The famous old melodrama, showing at the Coronet this week, lends itself admirably to the requirements of the cinema. Alice Terry, of 'Prisoner of Zenda' fame, has the leading role. The direction is Rex Ingram.