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: 1912-05-02
Summary:

There appear the so-called 'talking pictures,' a synchronization of the cinematograph and the phonograph by electrical science, are already in craze in London and Paris. So premising have been these reproductions of plays and operas that two prominent producers, Charles Frohman and…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1913-09-16
Summary:

A remarkable incident is reported from Whistable. During the exhibition of the 'Quo Vadis' films at the local picture palace one visitor became greatly agitated, and was overcome by his emotion that he fainted and had to be carried out of the building. It was reported that the visitor…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1913-10-07
Summary:

The article mentioned the strong growth of the cinema business in Great Britain and America. These important and interesting facts of the wonderful growth of cinema are given by Mr. Valentia Steer in his book, The Romance of the Cinema. Mr. Steer also mentioned the cinematograph has caught the…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-01-31 - 1919-02-03
Summary:

February 1, 2, 3 and 4, showing a special Paramount feature in 6 parts, 'Temptation,' featuring the famous opera star Geraldina [sic] Farrar. Also, Gazette and Comics. Monday February 3, matinee at 5 p.m., showing 'Quo Vadis,' a drama in 7 parts. Tuesday February 4, matinee…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-07-30 - 1919-08-04
Summary:

By special arrangement with the Coronet, F. Marshall Sanderson will present on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, August 1, 2 and 3, at 9.15 p.m. only, D. W. Griffith's colossal spectacle 'Intolerance,' the picture that has all the stars: Lillian Gish, Constance Talmadge, Bessie Love,…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-08-01 - 1919-08-01
Summary:

August 1, 2 and 3, 9.15 p.m., 'Intolerance.' 5.15 p.m., 'The Lily of Poverty Flat.' 7.15 p.m., 'The Bull's Eye,' episodes I and II. Booking for 9.15 p.m. at Robinson's.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-08-04 - 1919-08-04
Summary:

At 9.15 p.m., 'Intolerance.' At 2.15 p.m., special children's matinee of 'Intolerance.' At 5.15 p.m., 'Three Weeks.' At 7.15 p.m., 'The Bull's Eye,' episodes 3 and 4. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-08-04 - 1919-08-04
Summary:

The most gorgeous and magnificent film ever seen, 'Intolerance,' which owing to its great success here, the management of the Coronet have persuaded Mr. Marshall Sanderson to screen for two nights more. There will also be a special children's matinee at 2.15 p.m. today, at which…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-08-05 - 1919-08-05
Summary:

Today, at 2.15 p.m., 'Intolerance.' Soldiers, sailors and families $1.00. At 5.15 p.m., Douglas Fairbanks in 'The Lamb.' At 7.15 p.m., 'The Bull's Eye,' episodes 3 and 4. At 9.15 p.m., 'Intolerance' (last performance).

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-08-15 - 1919-08-16
Summary:

August 15 and 16 at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., August 17 at 9.15 p.m., D. W. Griffith's masterpiece, 'Intolerance.' Prices: $1.50 and 75 cents. Booking at Robinson's. August 16 Remarks: On page 5, another ad. on the film.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-08-15 - 1919-08-15
Summary:

We have now made arrangements to purchase the rights of the big pictures that we show, instead of playing them on percentage as heretofore. This means that, with the wholehearted support of cinemagoers, we can show any picture whatsoever at $1.50 per seat at the Coronet; or at $2 at the Theatre…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-08-26 - 1919-08-27
Summary:

What Shakespeare was among dramatists; what Charles Dickens was among novelists; what D. W. Griffith is among film producers: the Coronet has had the greatest privilege of showing his two masterpieces, 'Intoleraece' and 'Hearts of the World,' the two picture plays that are…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-12-20 - 1919-12-20
Summary:

The Coronet's plans for the Xmas season, Dorophy Philps [sic] in 'The Heart of Humanity,' second only to 'Intolerance' and 'Hearts of the World.' Henri [sic] Krauss in Pathe's supreme picturisation of Victory Hugo's immortal story, 'Les…

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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: 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: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-11-08 - 1922-11-11
Summary:

D. W. Griffith presents 'Way Down East.' Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-11-10
Summary:

Way Down East,' directed by D. W. Griffith, will be at the Coronet Theatre beginning Monday. The film is starred by Lillian Gish. Production summary included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-11-13 - 1922-11-13
Summary:

The Coronet: 2.15, 5.30. 9 sharp, 'Way Down East.' Kowloon Theatre: 5.45 and 9.15, 'Love's Redemption.' Fancy dress dance tomorrow at 9.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-11-14
Summary:

There is a big rush to see 'Way Down East' at the Coronet Theatre, which is directed by D. W. Griffith and starred by Lillian Gish. Short review and plot summary included.