A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
Displaying 1 - 20 of 42
1
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…

4
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 '…

6
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.

7
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
Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-04-04 - 1921-04-07
Summary:

Today till Thursday, Pathe's big 1921 success, 'The Empire of Diamonds.' Also Vanity Fair Comedy and Gazette.

9
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-05-26 - 1921-05-28
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, First National presents Constance Talmadge in 'In Search of a Sinner.' Also Vanity Fair Comedy and Pathe Review. Picture included. May 28 Remarks: The Coronet programme is shown in Canton at the Sincere Theatre. Today's programme includes…

10
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-06-13 - 1921-06-13
Summary:

Tonight at 9 p.m. precisely, the event of the season, the great Artcraft special, 'The Blue Bird' by Maurice Maeterlinck, also Coronet Review and Vanity Fair Comedy. Price of admission: 80 cents, children half price. Today and tomorrow at the Coronet, Wednesday at the Kowloon, '…

11
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-06-13 - 1921-06-14
Summary:

At 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, two days only, 'The Lost City' episodes 6, 7 and 8 and Comedy at the Coronet. At 9 p.m., 'The Blue Bird' in 6 parts, Coronet Review and Vanity Fair Comedy at the Kowloon.

12
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-07-28 - 1921-07-30
Summary:

Patrons are requested to visit the Empire, late Woping (opposite Central Market), tonight at 5.15 and 9.15, Anita Stewart in Sir A. W. Pinero's 'Mind the Paint Girl.' Also, Humorist's Derby and Canton from the air. July 28 Remarks: Another ad. on page 5. The First National…

13
Headline: Some Chatter
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-07-14
14
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-10-13
Summary:

An unusually interesting attraction beginning at the Coronet tomorrow, is the film version of Anthony Hope's 'Prisoner of Zenda.' It is a great theatrical hit, with Miss Fay Compton and a brilliant cast is one of the outstanding successes of the London season. The Metro Company…

15
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-10-13 - 1923-10-13
Summary:

The Coronet: Today, 'Captain Fly-by-Night' and Buster Keaton in 'The Paleface.' Tomorrow at 6 and 9.15, 'The Prisoner of Zenda.' The Star: Today, 'The Kentucky Derby' and 'The Skeleton.' Tomorrow at 6 and 9.15, 'The Flirt.'

16
Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-10-15 - 1923-10-19
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, 'The Prisoner of Zenda,' Metro's superb presentation of this world-famous classic.

17
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-10-16
Summary:

Metro Pictures were astute enough to let Rex Ingram have a free hand to direct 'The Prisoner of Zenda,' which result the screen version compares very favourably with the book and stage play. Coronet is still providing screening of the film this week.

18
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-10-17
Summary:

In 'The Prisoner of Zenda' the Coronet has secured another powerful drawing card, based on Anthony Hope's novel. Film plot included.

19
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-10-18
Summary:

The Prisoner of Zenda will be followed at the Coronet on Sunday for one day only by racing drama 'The Kentucky Derby.' On Monday Richard Barthelmess in 'Tol'able David' is the attraction. Film plot included.

20
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-10-20 - 1923-10-20
Summary:

The Coronet: Today, 'The Prisoner of Zenda.' Tomorrow, 'The Kentucky Derby.' The Star: Today, George Arliss in 'Disraeli.' Tomorrow, 'My Wild Irish Rose.'