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: 1923-06-02
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-01-09
Summary:

Coronet Theatre conducted a Popular Pictures voting contest with a prize of $50. Among the voting for two hundreds film, the following films were consider as the most popular selections, which included: 'Shoulder Arms,' 'Quo Vadis,' 'My Four Years in Germany,'…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-03-15
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Headline: Betty Compson
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-16
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-16
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-16
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-21
Summary:

To Have and to Hold' is a new Paramount film which comes to the Coronet Theatre this evening. The film starred Betty Compson and Bert Lytell. The story is based on a book written by Mary Johnstone [sic]. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-21 - 1924-08-21
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Betty Compson and Bert Lytell in 'To Have and to Hold.' The Star: Today only, by special request, 'Milestones.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-22
Summary:

To Have and to Hold,' the big adventure film is still arousing keen interest in the Coronet Theatre. Thrilling incidents abound.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-22 - 1924-08-23
Summary:

The Coronet: Today till Sunday, Betty Compson and Bert Lytell in 'To Have and to Hold.' Also 'Adventures of Felix.' The Star: Today and tomorrow at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., Creighton Hale and Ethel Shannon in 'Riders Up.' And Wolf Cub Party in 'Tanderagee.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-23
Summary:

Showing at the Coronet Theatre again today is the great adventure film 'To Have and to Hold,' made by Paramount from the novel of the same name by Mary Johnstone [sic]. The leading players are Betty Compson and Bert Lytell.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-23
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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-23 - 1924-08-25
Summary:

Today only at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 (by special request), a George Fitzmaurice production, 'To Have and to Hold' with Betty Compson and Bert Lytell, a Paramount picture. Also 'Adventures of Felix.' Illustration included.