A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Benefit Night
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-10-12
Summary:

The Victoria cinematograph was packed last night, the occasion being a benefit performance to the popular manager, Mr. Blake. There was a full programme, and every item was thoroughly enjoyed. Mr. R. H. Stephenson, the manager of the Bijou Scenic theatre, kindly assisted with the programme, as…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-09-15
Summary:

Tomorrow the two last episodes of the 'Moon Child,' starring Marie Walcamp will be screened. On Wednesday, a 5-parts drama 'The Butterfly' will be shown together with some comedies. And a new splendid serial film Houdini in the 'Master Mystery' will be screened from…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-09-20
Summary:

Fighting Cressy,' in which Jesse D. Hampton and Pathe present Blanche Sweet at the Coronet Theatre for three more days, is adapted from Bret Harte's Story, 'Cressy.'A splendid cast, including Russell Simpson, Edward Peil, Walter Perry, Frank Lanning, Pell Trenton, Antrim…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-10-06 - 1920-10-12
Summary:

Tonight, Triangle Film Corporation presents Belle Bennett and Roy Stewart in 'Bond of Fear' by Edith Kennedy.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-10-06 - 1920-10-12
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15, Belle Bennett in 'Bond of Fear' by Edith Kennedy.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-10-06 - 1920-10-12
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Belle Bennett in 'Bond of Fear' by Edith Kennedy.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-08-17 - 1921-08-19
Summary:

Enid Bennett in 'Key of the Righteous' [sic] and Mary [sic] Cahill in 'When Betty Bets.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-17 - 1921-08-19
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15, Enid Bennett in 'Keys of the Righteous.' Also comedies and Gazette.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-08-17 - 1921-08-20
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Enid Bennett in 'Keys of the Righteous' [sic] with Comedies and Gazette.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-19
Summary:

Thomas H. Ince presents a photo-drama at the Hongkong Theatre this week, the 'Key of the Righteous,' in which Enid Bennett leads the role. Besides, a comedy in two-parts, featuring Mary Cahill completes the programme.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-03
Summary:

Fuss and Feathers,' the entertaining Paramount feature showing at Kowloon Theatre tonight. Enid Bennet makes a very girlish Susie and Douglas MacLean a boyish Robert. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-05 - 1921-12-05
Summary:

The Coronet: Tonight till Wednesday at 2.30, 5.15 & 9.15, Douglas Fairbanks in 'Say! Young Fellow.' Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9 p.m., Enid Bennett in 'Fuss and Feathers,' an Ince production, Paramount Magazine and Comedy.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-05 - 1921-12-05
Summary:

The Coronet: Tonight till Wednesday at 2.30, 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Douglas Fairbanks in 'Say! Young Fellow.' Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9 p.m., Enid Bennett in 'Fuss and Feathers,' an Ince production. Also Rolin Comedy and Paramount Magazine.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-12-05 - 1921-12-05
Summary:

Tonight till Wednesday at 2.30, 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Douglas Fairbanks in 'Say! Young Fellow.' Kowloon Theatre, tonight at 9 p.m., Enid Bennett in 'Fuss and Feathers,' an Ince Production. Also Rolin, Paramount Comedy Magazine.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-24 - 1921-12-24
Summary:

The Coronet: 'Last of the Mohicans,' December 25th at 6 & 9.15 p.m. Louise Glaum in 'The Leopard Woman,' December 26th-28th at 5.15 & 9.15 p.m., December 29th at 2.30, 5.15 & 9.15 p.m. Nazimova in 'The Brat,' December 30th & 31st at 2.30, 5.15 &…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-03-15 - 1922-03-15
Summary:

Madonnas and Men,' the gigantic masterpiece of the year, with an all-star cast, including Edmund Lowe, Even Burroughs Fontaine, Anders Randolf, Faire Binney, Gustav von Seyffertitz and Raye Dean, scene from the B. A. Rolfe production, produced by Jans Pictures Inc. Watch the opening date.…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-03-16 - 1922-03-17
Summary:

Commencing Friday, the 17th inst., 'Madonnas and Men,' scene from the B. A. Rolfe production, produced by Jans Pictures Inc. super-picture, Usual prices. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-03-17
Summary:

B. A. Rolfe presents 'Madonnas and Men' on the screen of the World Theatre tonight. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-04-11 - 1922-04-13
Summary:

Today at 5.15 p.m. and 9.15 p.m., Thomas H. Ince presents Enid Bennett in 'Partners Three.' At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, Ben Wilson & Neva Gerber in 'Branded Four,' episodes 10 and 11. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-04-11 - 1922-04-13
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Thomas H. Ince presents Enid Bennett in 'Partners Three.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, Ben Wilson and Neva Gerber in 'Branded Four' episodes 10 and 11. Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.