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: 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: 1922-07-31
Summary:

The winning of Captain Cuttle in 1922 Derby just arrived and is being screened as on the items in Coronet Theatre today. The rest of the programme included 'Her Unwilling Husband' starring Blanche Sweet and there is also Harold Lloyd in 'Now or Never.'

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-07-31 - 1922-07-31
Summary:

Come and see Captain Cuttle win the Derby, you'll enjoy Blanche Sweet in 'Her Unwilling Husband.' Come and laugh at Harold Lloyd in 'Now or Never.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-07-31 - 1922-07-31
Summary:

The Coronet: 'Captain Cuttle's Derby.' Also 'Her Unwilling Husband' and Harold Lloyd in 'Now or Never.' Kowloon Theatre: Chaplin in 'Pay Day.' Also 'That Girl Montana.' Dance tomorrow.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-08-01 - 1922-08-01
Summary:

How Captain Cuttle won the Derby. Blanche Sweet in 'Her Unwilling Husband' and Harold Lloyd in 'Now or Never.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-08-01 - 1922-08-01
Summary:

The Coronet: 'Captain Cuttle's Derby' and 'Her Unwilling Husband.' Also Harold Lloyd in 'Now or Never.' Kowloon Theatre, tonight at 9.15, negligee dance. Tickets at Moutrie's $1.50.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-08-02 - 1922-08-03
Summary:

The Coronet: 'Captain Cuttle's Derby' and 'Her Unwilling Husband.' Also Harold Lloyd in 'Now or Never.' Kowloon Theatre: Today at 5.45 and 9.15, 'The Jungle Goddess.'

14
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-08-04 - 1922-08-05
Summary:

The Coronet: Today 2.30, 5.15 and 9.15, Jackie Coogan in 'Peck's Bad Boy.' Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9.15, Blanche Sweet in 'Her Unwilling Husband' and Harold Lloyd in 'Now or Never' and 'Captain Cuttle's Derby.' August 5 Remarks: Tomorrow…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-01-15 - 1923-01-15
Summary:

James Oliver Curwood in 'Flower of the North' with Henry B. Walthall and Pauline Starke. Charlie Chaplin in his seventh million dollar comedy, 'The Idle Class.' All next week at usual prices. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-01-18
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-01-20
Summary:

Blackmail' is a Sunday's picture at the Coronet. In it charming Viola Dana figures as the charming daughter of a notorious crook. Next week, Coronet will provide two special attraction: 'Flower of the North' based on the novel by James Oliver Curwood, and 'The Idle Class…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-01-20 - 1923-01-20
Summary:

The Coronet: Tonight (Saturday), George Arliss in Disraeli. Sunday, Viola Dana in Blackmail. Kowloon Theatre, Saturday and Sunday, Charlie Chaplin in 'The Idle Class' and 'Flower of the North.' Matinee, 80 cents and 40 cents; soiree, $1.50 and 80 cents.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-01-22
Summary:

Charlie Chaplin reappears at the Coronet this week in 'The Idle Class.' The comedian has become infected with the 'dual role' craze to which Mary Pickford and other film stars have succumbed and in this picture he plays two parts. Another big attraction in this week's…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-01-23
Summary:

Kinema goers are offered an entertaining programme in Coronet by 'Flower of the North,' which is based on the novel of James Oliver Curwood, starring Pauline Starke and Henry B. Walthall. While Charlie Chaplin's 'The Idle Class' is showing.