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: 1921-03-22 - 1921-03-26
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Anita Stewart in 'In Old Kentucky.' Also British Gazette. March 23 Remarks: On page 5, another ad. on 'In Old Kentucky.' Film review included. March 26 Remarks: Sunday, March 27, Guazzoni (producer of 'Quo Vadis') presents '…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-03-26 - 1921-03-26
Summary:

Saturday, March 26th, last performance of 'In Old Kentucky.' Sunday, March 27th, Guazzoni (producer of 'Quo Vadis') presents 'The Sack of Rome.' Remarks: The ads didn't mention the theatre's name, surmised from other ads.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-03-28
Summary:

The performances at the Coronet yesterday were signalised by capacity houses who immensely enjoyed 'The Sack of Rome,' produced by the author of 'Quo Vadis?' the film sustains the claims made for it as being a beautiful spectacular panorama of Rome under the temporal power of…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-03-29
Summary:

The Sack of Rome' continues to draw capacity houses at the Coronet Theatre. The producer previously produced 'Quo Vadis.' The Coronet Orchestra, with Mr. A. Scheninam at the piano, adds greatly to the enjoyment of this film masterpiece.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-03-30
Summary:

The Sack of Rome' is produced by Enrico Guazzoni, the well-known maker of 'Quo Vadis' and other famous Italian pictures. Plot and production notes are included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-04-09 - 1921-04-11
Summary:

Episodes 1 and 2 of George B. Seitz's 'Pirate Gold' will be shown in conjunction with Harold Lloyd's 'His Royal Slyness' for one week commencing Monday, April 12th, at The Coronet.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-04-09 - 1921-04-09
Summary:

Episodes 1 and 2 of 'Pirate Gold' will be shown in conjunction with Harold Lloyd's 'His Royal Slyness' for one week, commencing Monday, April 11th.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-04-11 - 1921-04-11
Summary:

George B. Seitz in 'Pirate Gold.' Remarks: Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-04-11 - 1921-04-21
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, George B. Seitz in 'Pirate Gold.' Also 'His Royal Slyness' featuring Harold Lloyd. April 18-21 Remarks: Another ad. on 'Pirate Gold' episodes 3 and 4. Also showing Pathe Review, Harry Pollard Comedy and British Gazette.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-04-12 - 1921-04-16
Summary:

George B. Seitz in 'Pirate Gold' and 'His Royal Slyness' featuring Harold Lloyd.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-04-12
Summary:

Yesterday was commenced the first two episodes of 'Pirate Gold' at the Coronet, and, as promised by the management, the film is a welcome departure from the usual serial story hitherto shown in Hong Kong. Of the dramatic variety, the film is relieved by flashes of humour which come and…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-04-14
Summary:

Pirate Gold' is the current attraction in Coronet Theatre, with Harold Lloyd Comedy 'His Royal Slyness' and an interesting topical gazette complete an excellent programme.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-04-18 - 1921-04-21
Summary:

Today till Thursday, 'Pirate Gold,' episode 3 and 4, Pathe Review, Harry Pollard Comedy and British Gazette.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-04-19
Summary:

The 2nd and 3rd episodes of 'Pirate Gold' are being shown at the Coronet. They prove to be just as exciting as the previous chapters, the gold being traced to its source, and the efforts of the pirates to recover it, as well as the neat manner in which they turned the tables on the…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-04-22 - 1921-04-26
Summary:

Joseph M. Schenck presents Constance Talmadge in 'A Virtuous Vamp,' a John-emerson-Anita Loos Production. It's a First National attraction. April 22 Remarks: At 2.30 and 7.15 only, episodes 3 and 4 of 'Pirate Gold,' British Gazette and 'Park Your Car.' April 23…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-04-22 - 1921-04-26
Summary:

Tonight till Monday, Joseph M. Schenck presents Constance Talmadge in 'A Virtuous Vamp,' a John Emerson-Anita Loos production, a First National attraction. At 2.30 and 7.15 only, episodes 3 and 4 of 'Pirate Gold.' Also British Gazette and 'Park Your Car.' Plot…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-04-23
Summary:

A Virtuous Vamp' featuring Constance Talmadge should draw crowded audiences throughout the period of its screening in Hongkong. Reviews included. The management of Coronet announced that the serial picture 'Pirate Gold' will be continued on Monday next.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-04-27 - 1921-04-29
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15, 'The Money Changers,' episodes 5, 6 and 7 of 'Pirate Gold' at 2.30 and 7.15.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-04-27 - 1921-04-30
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15, 'The Money Changers.' At 2.30 and 7.15, 'Pirate Gold' episodes 5, 6 and 7. April 30 Remarks: Also showing British Gazette and Snub Comedy. Tomorrow, Sunday, May 1st at 6 and 9.15 p.m., Goldwyn presents Will Rogers in 'Jubilo.' Also Retarded…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-05-02 - 1921-05-06
Summary:

Henry Lehrman presents 'A Twilight Baby,' a distinctly different comedy, 'A Night at the Show' [sic] featuring Charlie Chaplin and Coronet Review. At 2.30 and 7.15 only, final episodes of 'Pirate Gold.'