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: 1922-03-13 - 1922-03-13
Summary:

The Coronet: 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, George Arliss in 'The Devil,' and Larry Semon in 'The Suitor.' Kowloon Theatre: Today at 5.45 and 9.15, 'The Heart of Maryland,' 7 parts. Cabaret Dance on Tuesday.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-03-13 - 1922-03-14
Summary:

The Coronet: 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, George Arliss in 'The Devil' and Larry Semon in 'The Suitor.' Kowloon Theatre: Today at 5.45 and 9.15, 'The Heart of Maryland' in 7 parts. Cabaret dance on Tuesday.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-03-14 - 1922-03-14
Summary:

The Coronet: 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, George Arliss in 'The Devil,' and Larry Semon in 'The Suitor.' Kowloon Theatre: 9 p.m., Cabaret Dance. Tickets, $1 each. 5.45 p.m., invitation matinee.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-03-15 - 1922-03-16
Summary:

The Coronet: Enormous success of George Arliss in 'The Devil.' Kowloon Theatre: Today at 5.15 and 9.15, Leonce Perret's six part superfeature, 'The Empire of Diamonds.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-03-15
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is currently showing 'The Devil' featuring Mr. George Arliss, and 'The Suitor' featuring Larry Semon. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-03-15 - 1922-03-16
Summary:

The Coronet: Enormous success of George Arliss in 'The Devil.' Kowloon Theatre: Today at 5.15 and 9.15, Léonce Perret's in 'The Empire of Diamonds.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-03-16 - 1922-03-18
Summary:

Your last chance of seeing George Arliss as 'The Devil.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-03-17 - 1922-03-17
Summary:

The Coronet: Enormous success of George Arliss in 'The Devil.' Kowloon Theatre: At 9.15 p.m., Wanda Hawley in 'Food for Scandal.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-03-17 - 1922-03-18
Summary:

The Coronet: Enormous success of George Arliss in 'The Devil' and 'The Suitor.' Kowloon Theatre: At 9.15 p.m., Wanda Hawley in 'Food for Scandal.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-03-18 - 1922-03-18
Summary:

Your last chance of seeing George Arliss as 'The Devil.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-03-18 - 1922-03-18
Summary:

The Coronet: Today! Today! Positively last performances of 'The Devil' and 'The Suitor.' Kowloon Theatre: At 5.45 & 9.15 p.m., Wanda Hawley in 'Food for Scandal.' Pierrot Dance on Tuesday.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-10-05 - 1922-10-05
Summary:

Mr. George Arliss in 'The Devil.' Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-10-05 - 1922-10-05
Summary:

The Coronet: For one day only, George Arliss in 'The Devil.' Kowloon Theatre: Thurs., Friday, Sat., Mdlle. Juri Thomas in songs and dances. Also, 'The U. P. Trail' at usual prices.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-10-05
Summary:

Hongkong is invited to go to 'The Devil,' at the Coronet tonight. The film starred George Arliss.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-10-05
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is going to screen 'The Devil,' featuring Mr. George Arliss, tonight. The film is set-up in a beautiful and bizarre manner, notably the Devil's bal masque at which a unique 'Dance of Hades' is presented. Film synopsis included.