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: 1919-06-13 - 1919-06-23
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., the picture that is sheer delight at the little house that shows the big pictures in other words, 'Mickey' at the Coronet. Humour, pathos, love, adventure – they are all in this fine picture; and Mabel Normand is 'Mickey,' the most delightful…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-23 - 1919-06-27
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Mack Semnet's [sic] masterpiece, 'Mickey' featuring Mabel Normand. Prices for both performances: $1.00 and 6 cents. Booking (for 9.15 p.m.) at Robinson's.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-25
Summary:

You should see 'Mickey.' A dainty, sweet 'Mickey.' You can meet her at the 'Little House' that screens the big pictures.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-26
Summary:

Last night 'Mickey' a 7-part film by Mack Sennett was screened at the Coronet. It is a wonderfully entertaining film, mostly amusing because of the escapades of Mickey, played by Mabel Normand.

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Headline: Mickey'
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-27
Summary:

Mickey' at the Coronet, is showing up till Sunday inclusive.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-01-22 - 1920-01-24
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Mabel Normand in 'Dodging a Million' in 7 parts. Matinee 80 cents and 40 cents, Soiree $1.50 and 80 cents. January 22 Remarks: Another ad. on page 5. A Goldwyn production, tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 at the Coronet. January 23 Remarks: Another ad. on page 5.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-02-02 - 1920-02-17
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., George Pearson and T. A. Welsh present Bruce Bairnsfather and Arthur Eliot's world-renowned play, 'The Better ‘ole.' Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre. February 2 Remarks: On page 5, another ad. on 'The Better 'ole' featuring…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-02-09 - 1920-02-10
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 7.15, first two episodes of the sensational transatlantic serial, 'The Circus King' featuring Eddie Polo. The only new serial film at present in Hongkong. February 9 Remarks: Another ad. on page 10. Tonight at 9.15 p.m., final performance of 'The Better ‘ole.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-02-11 - 1920-02-11
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Mabel Normand in 'Mickey.' Tonight at 7.15 p.m., 'The Circus King' episodes 1 and 2. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-07-05 - 1920-07-08
Summary:

Continuous performance, 11 a.m. to 4.45 p.m. and 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. (booked seats). Goldwyn presents Will Rogers in 'Jubilo.' Also 'The Silent Mystery' episode two, Young Mr. Jazz and British Gazette. July 5 Remarks: On page 5, another ad. on 'Jubilo' only. July 8…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-01-07
Summary:

There are so many notable features about 'Merry-Go-Round,' the big Universal film which comes to the Coronet Theatre this evening. The leading role is taken by Mary Philbin, the Universal's 'find' of the year; George Siegmann, Norman Kerry, Anton Vaverka. Film plot…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-01-07 - 1925-01-09
Summary:

Today till Saturday, Mary Philbin and Norman Kerry in 'Merry-Go-Round.' Times and prices: 2.30 and 7.15, 80 cents and 40 cents; 5 sharp, $1.00 and 50 cents; 9.15, $1.50 and 80 cents at the Coronet. And 5.15 p.m., $1.00 and 50 cents; 9.25, $1.50 and 80 cents at the World.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-01-10
Summary:

The Merry-Go-Round' comes to a conclusion at the Coronet Theatre this evening. The picture is directed by Rupert Julian. The cast included Mary Philbin, Norman Kerry, George Siegmann. Film plot included.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-01-10 - 1925-01-10
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5 sharp, 7.10 and 9.15, final performances of 'Merry-Go-Round.' Tomorrow at 6, 7.30 and 9.15, Mary Pickford in 'Rosita.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-02-05
Summary:

Hongkong folk who have read Frances Hodgson Burnett's story Ediths's Burglar, will be delighted to know that the film version, entitled 'The Family Secret' is to be screened at the Star Theatre. Those who saw 'Merry-Go-Round' at the Coronet or the Star, will be glad…