A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-12-30
Summary:

There is a most excellent programme now running at the Coronet Theatre. It will continue for two nights more. The principal attraction is the splendid five-part film, 'The Walls of Jericho,' adapted from Alfred Sutro's play and featuring William Breese. Film synopsis included.…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-04-29
Summary:

At the Coronet Theatre, 'Madcap Madge' is drawing packed houses. With an eye to wholesome production, the management of the Coronet has always screened the nest. 'Madcap Madge' is in this category. It is a comedy of unusual interest that cannot fail to please and amuse the…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-05-13
Summary:

The management of the Coronet Theatre, in its usual enterprising manner, screened yesterday Charles Darrell's famous melodrama 'When London Sleeps' in four parts. The film version of this drama, which had been performed in almost every town in the British Isles, closely follows…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-05-16
Summary:

With the customary idea of supplying films that are a pleasure to see and free from penny-dread-fullness, the Coronet Theatre management yesterday presented an excellent picture programme, the star film being 'More Trouble.' The piece is excellently acted by Frank Keenan. Film synopsis…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-12-22
Summary:

The popularity of cinemas will be enhanced this festive week and the management of the Coronet Theatre, ever cognizant of the needs of the public, have led the way with an arrangement for a number of super productions which, cramped into the span of a week's screening, will provide…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-03-16
Summary:

Most people in Hong Kong will remember the showing of Bex [sic] Beach's famous story 'The Barrier,' when Mitchell Lewis so wonderfully portrayed the character of the French Canadian. Mitchell Lewis has achieved another great success in a somewhat similar role in 'The Code of…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-03-12
Summary:

Rex Beach's 'The Silver Horde,' which is the feature of the current programme at the Coronet, contains scenes showing the salmon industry which were filmed in the salmon fishing and packing regions of America's Northwest. Rex Beach journeyed to the Northwest with the cast or…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-24
Summary:

Unusual skill and daring have made 'The Whispering Chorus,' the current attraction at the Coronet Theatre, one of the most powerful and arresting film dramas ever screened. Film synopsis included. This evening, H. E. the Governor and party will visit the Coronet Theatre expressly to…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-04-21
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is going to screen 'Passion' this evening. The story revolves around the life of Madame du Barry, the celebrated favourite of Louis XV. The film boasts its wonderful acting, scenic grandeur and the majestic beauty. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-04-22
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is currently screening a screen classic 'Passion.' The story revolves around the life of Madame du Barry.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-04-23
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is currently screening the great historical film 'Passion.' Appropriate music by the Coronet Orchestra has been provided.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-04-25
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is going to screen Pola Negri's historical film entitled 'Passion,' for the last time this evening. The story revolves around the life of Madame du Barry. The film is filled with good acting, dramatic setting and superb settings.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-03-24
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is currently screening 'Three Women' which is produced by Ernest [sic] Lubitsch, who is famous for being the producer of 'Passion,' 'One Arabian Night' and 'Rosita.' The cast includes May McAvoy, Pauline Frederick, Marie Prevot and Lew Cody…