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…

2
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…

3
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…

5
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.

8
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-12-11
Summary:

A new book by H. G. Wells or a new play by J. M. Barrie is not looking forward to with a keener nor more pleasant sense of anticipation than, in the moving picture world. 'Grandma's Boy,' starring Harold Lloyd, is the latest feature to be shown in the Coronet.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-12-11 - 1922-12-11
Summary:

Grandma's Boy,' Harold Lloyd's first full length picture.

10
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-12-11 - 1922-12-11
Summary:

The Coronet: 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Harold Lloyd in 'Grandma's Boy,' his first 5-reel feature. Kowloon Theatre: 5.45 and 9.15, 'Once Aboard the Lugger,' a British comedy.

11
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-12-12
Summary:

Grandma's Boy' was shown at the Coronet yesterday, starring Harold Lloyd. Film plot included.

12
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-12-12 - 1922-12-12
Summary:

The Coronet: 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Harold Lloyd in 'Grandma's Boy,' his first 5-reel feature. Kowloon Theatre: 9 p.m., special dance. Tickets $1.50.

13
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-12-13 - 1922-12-13
Summary:

The Coronet: 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Harold Lloyd in 'Grandma's Boy,' his first 5-reel feature. Kowloon Theatre: 5.45, final episodes of 'Tarzan.' No performance at 9.15.

14
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-12-14 - 1922-12-14
Summary:

The Coronet: 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Harold Lloyd in 'Grandma's Boy,' his first 5-reel feature. Kowloon Theatre: At 9 p.m., a dollar dance. Tickets at Moutrie's.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-12-15 - 1922-12-16
Summary:

The Coronet: 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Harold Lloyd in 'Grandma's Boy' in 5 reels. Kowloon Theatre: Tonight and Saturday, 'The Fortune Teller.'

16
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-01-08
Summary:

In coming few days, Coronet will provide the screening of Douglas Fairbanks's 'The Three Musketeers,' the film version of Dumas famous novel; Charlie Chaplin's 'Pay Day' and Harold Lloyd's 'Grandma's Boy.'

17
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-01-08 - 1923-01-08
Summary:

At 2.30 and 7.15, Charlie Chaplin in 'Pay Day,' Harold Lloyd in 'Grandma's Boy' and our own Jazz band. Usual price. At 5 sharp and 9.15, Douglas Fairbanks in 'The Three Musketeers' and full musical score by orchestra of sixteen performers. Prices $2 and $1.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-01-08 - 1923-01-10
Summary:

The Coronet: 2.30 and 7.15, Pay Day, Grandma's Boy and Jazz Band. 5 sharp and 9.15, 'The Three Musketeers.' Kowloon Theatre: at 5.45 and 9.15, Willam [sic] Duncan in 'Steelheart.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-01-15 - 1923-01-17
Summary:

The Coronet: Monday to Saturday at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, George Arliss in Disraeli. Ordinary prices. Kowloon Theatre: Monday to Wednesday at 5.45 and 9.15, Chaplin in Pay Day and Lloyd in Grandma's Boy.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-03-29