A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-12-24
Summary:

A screen classic that critics have placed in the same category with 'The Birth of a Nation' and 'Hearts of the World' has been produced under the title of 'The Hearts of Humanity.' It will be exhibited at the Coronet tomorrow with Dorothy Philips in the principal…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-06-16 - 1920-06-18
Summary:

Tonight at 2.15, 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Elsie Janis in 'Nearly a Lady.' Also Mack Sennet's [sic] bathing girls in 'A Bedroom Blunder.' Tonight at 7.15 p.m., 'Elmo, the Mighty' episodes 13 and 14. June 16 Remarks: On page 5, another ad. on 'Nearly a Lady…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-11-20 - 1920-11-20
Summary:

As title.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-11-27
Summary:

Heralded by critics as the most tremendous screen production of the year, 'The Miracle Man' comes to Coronet Theatre today, and is to be screened for one week only. The review from the Philadelphia North American was included.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-11-27 - 1920-12-03
Summary:

Tonight at 2.30, 5.15 and 9.15, 'The Miracle Man.' At 7.15 p.m., 'The Mystery of 13' episodes 3 and 4.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-12-01
Summary:

Capacity house continued at the Coronet Theatre where the sensational picture play 'The Miracle Man' is being shown all this week. The leading roles are played by Thomas Meighan and Betty Compson. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-12-24 - 1920-12-24
Summary:

Today, tomorrow and Monday at 2.30 p.m., 5 sharp, 7.15 and 9.15, Sunday at 6 and 9.15, ring up 1743 now and book, Harold Lloyd in 'Haunted Spooks' and Tom Moore and Mae Marsh in Goldwyn's The Cinderella Man by George Loane Tucker of 'Miracle Man' fame. Also the Coronet…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-02-24
Summary:

A glimpse of Harold Lloyd in his comedy 'High and Dizzy' and another good picture starring Mae Marsh, 'The Beloved Traitor' are showing today and tomorrow in Coronet Theatre. Noted that Miss Marsh made her fame in Griffith's great picture 'The Birth of a Nation.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-05-16
Summary:

A speaking cinema film is said to have been invented at last. It was reported that a Swedish engineer, M. Sven [sic] Berglund, has invented a speaking film which ensures simultaneous production of sound and picture. Professor Arrhenius, the famous scientist and Nobel prize-winner, declares that…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-05-24
Summary:

The Thunderbolt' is the title of the photoplay starring Katherine MacDonald and Thomas Meighan (of 'Miracle Man' fame), which was shown at the Coronet Theatre yesterday. Film synopsis included. In addition, a Snub Pollard comedy 'Don't Weaken' is also shown.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-06-20 - 1921-06-20
Summary:

At 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Harold Lloyd in 'Get Out and Get Under,' and Mitchell Lewis in 'The Last of His People' at the Coronet. At 9.15 p.m., 'The Miracle Man' at the Kowloon.

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

Tonight 9.15 p.m., Clara Kimball Young in 'The Foolish Virgin' by Thomas Dixon, author of 'The Birth of a Nation.' Latest Topical Budget and Comedies. Booking at Messrs Mehta and Co. Tel 951.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-12-13 - 1921-12-17
Summary:

The Kid.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-12-19 - 1921-12-19
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, 'The Kid' and Topical Budget. Kowloon Theatre, today at 9 p.m., 'Help Wanted - Male' and 'The Laundry.' Also dancing. Best floor in the colony.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-12-20 - 1921-12-20
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, 'The Kid' and Topical Budget. Kowloon Theatre, special dance today at 9 p.m. Ticket: $2.00 each. Best floor in the colony.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-12-21 - 1921-12-21
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, 'The Kid' and Topical Budget. Kowloon Theatre, today only at 5.30 and 9 p.m., 'The Silver King' and 'Paper Hangers.' Also dancing. Best floor in the colony.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-12-22
Summary:

Is it legal for an exhibitor on films in Shanghai to show a picture, the Chinese rights for which are already in the hands of another local firm of distributors? Asks the N.C.D. News. The question was raised in movie circles last July when the Ramos Amusement, Ld., the proprietors of the Olympic…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-12-22 - 1921-12-22
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, 'The Kid' and Topical Budget. Kowloon Theatre, today only at 9 p.m., Cabaret dance. Best floor in the colony. Tickets $1 each at Moutrie's.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-12-23 - 1921-12-24
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, 'The Kid' and Topical Budget. Kowloon Theatre today at 9 p.m., 'The Westerners' and dancing. Best floor in the colony.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-12-23 - 1921-12-24
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, 'The Kid' and Topical Budget. Kowloon Theatre, today at 9 p.m., 'The Westerners.' Also dancing. Best floor in the colony.