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: 1902-01-15 - 1902-01-15
Summary:

(Des Voeux Road Central) From 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. and 9:15 to 11:15 p.m. Tonight and tomorrow night. The handsome picture, 'Battling Nelson v. Ad. Wolgast,' in 40 rounds, with 4000 feet long. Miss Lynda Davies is coming on January 26.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1902-01-17 - 1902-01-19
Summary:

(Des Voeux Road Central) From 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. and 9:15 to 11:15 p.m. The handsome coloured picture, 'Tristan and Isolda,' 3000 feet long, for a few nights only. Last performance by Harris and Vernon tomorrow night. Miss Lynda Davies is coming on January 26.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-09-11
Summary:

The Fall of Troy,' a magnificent Italian film, 2000ft. long, won applause at the Victoria Theatre on Saturday. Another good film entitled 'Love, Luck and Gasoline' cleverly illustrated the slickness of American methods and the possibilities of modern locomotion and wireless. On…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-10-04 - 1911-10-07
Summary:

History of the Tale of Two Cities' to be exhibited, it's 4000 ft. long

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-10-09 - 1911-10-09
Summary:

History of the Tale of Two Cities' to be exhibited, it's 4000 ft. long

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-10-13
Summary:

A very fine film, of particular interest to Scotch people, based on the great novel 'Auld Robin Gray,' will be included in the change of programme at the Victoria Theatre tonight. It is no less than 700 feet long and is a splendid specimen of dramaturgy. Pathe's animated Gazette…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-11-16 - 1911-11-22
Summary:

(Des Voeux Road Central) From 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. and 9:15 to 11:15 p.m. The greatest drama picture, 'In the Grip of Alcohol,' 3000 feet long, for few nights only. Debut of Daisy Lundy. Matinees on Saturdays and Sundays at 4 p.m.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-11-17
Summary:

What is described as the greatest picture dramas of the year is to be presented at the Victoria Theatre tonight. It is entitled 'In the grip of alcohol' and it visualises the worst phases and the most unhappy outcomes of universal evil. Many of the scenes are poignant and intense, and…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-05-21
Summary:

A striking picture in the Nick Carter series is being shown at the Victoria Theatre. The wonderful detective is antagonised by Zigomar, and with two men, both full of daring and resource, each so determined to conquer a most thrilling story results. The film is 3,600 feet long.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-05-23 - 1912-05-28
Summary:

Two performances daily: 7.15 p.m. pictures only, 9.15 p.m. full programme. Showing the grand film of 4000 ft. long 'Zigomer and Nick Carter', performances by Sam Gale and Myra James

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-05-29 - 1912-05-30
Summary:

The only comfortable palatial theatre in town; 7.15 p.m. pictures only, 9.15 p.m. full programme. Showing the grand film of 4000 ft. long 'Zigomer and Nick Carter', performances by Sam Gale and Myra James

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-05-29
Summary:

The Victoria Theatre, which has just entered upon its second year, is still going strong. There was a packed house at the matinee on Sunday, the anniversary of the opening when the children of the colony were entertained free and each as given a packet of sweets during the interval. The…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-06-15
Summary:

The Crusaders,' a magnificent film 4000 feet long, and one of the latest triumphs of the cinema is being exhibited at the Victoria Theatre before admiring houses. 'The White Slave,' will be exhibited shortly.

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Headline: A Good Show
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-07-08
Summary:

The pictures at the Victoria Theatre are well worth seeing this week. The long film 'For a Crown' is full of dramatic power. Fred Graham and Nellie Dent kept the house laughing with their burlesque.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-09-16
Summary:

A particularly fine picture is being shown at the Victoria Theatre entitled 'Tom Butler.' The film, which is 3000 feet long, depicts the story of an escaped convict's attempts to avenge himself on the actress-wife.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-09-30
Summary:

The Soltoroffs [sic] gave their final performance at the Victoria Theatre on Saturday night. The managers are also offering a long series of entirely new pictures.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-10-12
Summary:

The Victoria Theatre was filled to the doors last night by a highly appreciative audience, the occasion being a special variety entertainment in compliment to Mr. J. Blake, the popular night manager. The programme was a long one, including the performances offered by Bimbo Drake, Mr. Bob…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-11-08 - 1912-11-11
Summary:

The finest hall in town; 2 performances 7.15 and 9.15 p.m.; performance by The 2 Franklins, the fun makers of the East; performance by Miss Smith; magnificent new films; popular dance by Verne and Smith; next week the greatest film ever produced, 'Notre Dame,' 4,000 ft. long in 3 parts…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-11-13
Summary:

The two Cinemagraphs, the Victoria and Bijou, continue to exert a large hold upon the picture-loving public. For Friday, the Victoria announces the 4,000 ft. long picture 'Notre Dame,' which is one of the finest. 'The Chateau of Touraine' now being screened at the Bijou is…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-12-28 - 1912-12-30
Summary:

Performance by Howard Sisters, Nellie Maher on Thursday, for three nights only; the wonderful picture of 7000' long, Dante's Inferno.