A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-04-30
Summary:

The Theatre Royal was crowded last night at the second demonstration of Thos. A. Edison's latest invention, the 'Kinetophone.' The demonstration consisted of 6 pieces: 'Julius Caesar'; Chimes of Normandy'; 'An Indian Girl's Revenge'; 'Jack's…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-03-25 - 1919-03-26
Summary:

Great credit is due to Thos. A. Ince, the director, for the manner in which he has handled a very charming story. Parts two and three might have been coarse and suggestive in less experienced hands. Mr. Ince has most successfully carried through a daring situation with delicacy and refinement.…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-03-25 - 1919-03-25
Summary:

Great credit is due to Thos. A. [sic] Ince, the director for the manner in which he has handled a very charming story. As a whole: entertaining; Story: convincing; Star: well cast; Support: capable; Setting: excellent; and photography: very good indeed.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-03-25 - 1919-03-25
Summary:

Great credit is due to Thos. A. [sic] Ince, the director, for the manner in which he has handled a very charming story. Parts two and three might have been coarse and suggestive in less experienced hands. Mr. Ince has most successfully carried through a daring situation with delicacy and…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-05-23 - 1919-05-23
Summary:

Tonight, Thos. Ince's fine Triangle comedy, 'Bawbs O' Blue Ridge,' featuring Bessie Barriscale. Also two splendid Keystone comics 'He Did and He Didn't' and 'The Judge.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-07-28 - 1919-07-28
Summary:

When I saw the scene in 'Hell's Hinges' where the crowd goes after the parson, the thought came to me, 'What a surprise there would be for everybody concerned if William S. Hart were playing the part of the gentleman in black! The same thought must have occurred to Thos. H.…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-07-28 - 1919-07-28
Summary:

When I saw the scene in 'Hell's Hinges' where the crowd goes after the parson, the thought come to me, 'What a surprise if William S. Hart were playing the part of the gentleman in black. The same thought must have occurred to Thos. H. Ince for he has produced this very…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-07-28 - 1919-07-28
Summary:

H. W. Ray's comment on 'The Disciple,' mentioning the producer, Thos. H. Ince, the director or actor, William S. Hart and his another film, 'Hell's Hinges.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-03-11
Summary:

Between Men' is the title of the principal picture now being screened at the Hongkong Theatre. The drama was written by C. G. Sullivan and Thos. H. Ince. Film synopsis included. Further episodes of the 'Mystery Ship' will be screened during the Weekend, together with a number of…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-12-01
Summary:

Capacity house continued at the Coronet Theatre where the sensational picture play 'The Miracle Man' is being shown all this week. The leading roles are played by Thomas Meighan and Betty Compson. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-05-10
Summary:

At the Hongkong Theatre, Thos. Ince presents the favourite star Dorothy Dalton in 'The Price Mark,' a story by John Ritchie. The Bray's Studio paramount pictures will continue their series of very interesting events in addition to some comic comedies which will be given at…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-05-24
Summary:

The Thunderbolt' is the title of the photoplay starring Katherine MacDonald and Thomas Meighan (of 'Miracle Man' fame), which was shown at the Coronet Theatre yesterday. Film synopsis included. In addition, a Snub Pollard comedy 'Don't Weaken' is also shown.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-05-25
Summary:

Katherine MacDonald capitalised as the 'American Beauty' has certainly made an auspicious start as a First National star in 'The Thunderbolt,' an original creation by J. Grubb Alexander, which is the current attraction at the Coronet. She is supported by Thomas Meighan,…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-05-25
Summary:

The Thunderbolt,' starring Katherine MacDonald and Thomas Meighan, is the attraction at the Coronet until next Wednesday. A good laugh at Snub Pollard in a comedy entitled 'Don't Weaken' completes the programme.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-05-31
Summary:

Thos. H. Ince presents Charles Ray in 'The Son of his Father,' a paramount Star attraction in five parts, will be screened at Hongkong Theatre. A specially good comedy will be given also. A new orchestra will soon be organized.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-06-01
Summary:

A story from a novel will be screened from today up to Friday at the Hongkong Theatre, when Thos. H. Ince presents Charles Ray in 'The Sin of His Father,' a film in five parts.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-26 - 1921-08-29
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., friendly rivals, 'Dempsey vs. Carpentier' in 5 parts. Also Max Linder as a 'Duellist.' Prices; $2.00, $1.50 and $1.00. Booking at Messrs Mehta and Co., Hongkong Hotel Buildings, next to Thos. Cook's.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-30 - 1921-09-01
Summary:

Tuesday, 30th August to Thursday, 1st September, 9.15 p.m., final shows of the world's champion fight, 'Dempsey vs. Carpentier.' Prices: $1.50, $1.00 and 60 cents. Matinees at 5.15 p.m., Tuesday and Wednesday, 'Dempsey vs. Carpentier' fight; Thursday, 'Vanishing…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-02 - 1921-09-03
Summary:

Friday, 2nd to Monday, 5th September at 9.15 p.m., Zane Grey's most powerful picture, 'Desert Gold' in 7 parts, starring E. K. Lincoln. Matinee programmes: Friday, 2nd and Saturday, 3rd, at 5.15 p.m., 'Dempsey vs. Carpentier' and 'Woman and the Law'; Friday,…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-05 - 1921-09-05
Summary:

Friday, 2nd to Monday, 5th September at 9.15 p.m., Zane Grey's most powerful picture, 'Desert Gold' in 7 parts, starring E. K. Lincoln. Today's matinee at 5.15 p.m., Eddie Polo in 'Vanishing Dagger' 5th and 6th episodes; 7.15 p.m., 'Vanishing Trails' 6th…