A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-06-06
Summary:

The screening of Ambassador Gerard's famous 'Four Years in Germany' [sic], adapted from his book. The picture is being screened in the City Hall on Saturday and Monday evenings, as the Coronet Theatre accommodation being considered inadequate.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-06-09
Summary:

The consensus of opinion of those who saw 'My Four Years in Germany' at the theatre Royal on Saturday night was that the management of the Coronet has done us a good turn by bringing this film to Hongkong. This picture has given a decided flip to the 'Lest We Forget' feeling…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-06-14
Summary:

My Four Years in Germany' will be played at the Coronet for the last time.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-06-16
Summary:

At the Coronet Theatre during the Weekend large houses witnessed the production of 'My Four Years in Germany' (the experiences of Ambassador J. W. Gerard up to the time of the U. S. entering the war). Film reviews included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-06-17
Summary:

In common with other communities the Chinese of the Colony are showing considerable interest in this splendid film at the Coronet. Hon. Mr. Lau Chu Pak and party were present last night and this afternoon the students of some of the schools, including St. Stephen's College and Diocesan…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-07-25
Summary:

The fifth and sixth episodes of the serial film 'The Moon Child' will be screened at the Hongkong Theatre at the matinee and 7.15 p.m. performance next Saturday. At night, the production by Thomas Dixon, entitled 'The Fall of a Nation' will be shown for the first time. The…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-08-01
Summary:

The Birth of a Nation' was a tax upon self-control, but far more wearing upon a director must have been in the preparation of the spectacle 'Intolerance' which, at the Coronet Theatre promises to be the sensation of the season. Film synopsis included.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-01-29
Summary:

By special request 'De Luxe Annie' is to be repeated tonight at the Coronet Theatre. Friday will be the last performance of 'Dodging a Million.' On Tuesday next, 'The Better ‘Ole' will be shown. It was produced in England, and written by Captain Bruce Bairnsfather…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-02-03
Summary:

The enterprising Coronet management has secured a British photoplay and this popular little theatre will be filled tonight, for the picture is no other than 'The Better ‘Ole,' adapted from the play which had such a successful run at the Oxford Theatre in London and which in turn had…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-02-05
Summary:

On Friday at 11 a.m., a special gala performance will be given to the great British picture 'The Better ‘ole' at the Coronet Theatre. Fifty percent of the proceeds are to be devoted to a fund to be announced.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-02-06
Summary:

Tuesday saw the commencement of the world renowned play by Captain Bruce Bairnsfather and Captain Arthur Eliot entitled 'The Better ‘Ole.' This film has the distinction of not only eclipsing all English records for a photoplay, but also of having made more money for the Strand Theatre…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-02-07
Summary:

His Excellency the Governor was present at the Coronet Theatre yesterday morning when 'The Better ‘Ole' was screened. His Excellency expressed himself as well-pleased with the picture. The children of the Garrison School were invited.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-02-07
Summary:

Bairnsfather's 'The Better Ole' is to be screened again tonight. It is advised to book seats, as latecomers are being turned away from full houses. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-02-13
Summary:

Male and Female,' the film version of James Barrie's play 'The Admirable Crichton,' comes to the Coronet Theatre this evening.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-02-14
Summary:

Keen disappointment was felt yesterday evening when the Coronet Theatre management announced that, owing to the dislocation of the mails in consequence of the seamen's strike; it was found impossible at the last moment to screen 'Male and Female,' the film version of James Barrie…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-02-14
Summary:

Male and Female,' Paramount-Artcraft's film version of James Barrie's 'The Admirable Crichton,' is now showing at the Coronet Theatre. It is noted that the film begins a new series of 'super' features presented by the Hongkong Amusements Ltd. Film synopsis…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-02-15
Summary:

Male and Female,' Paramount's film version of James Barrie's 'The Admirable Crichton,' was screened at the Coronet Theatre yesterday evening. Meanwhile, Thomas Meighan, Gloria Swanson, Bebe Daniels, Wesley Barrie [sic], and others, take roles in the play.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-02-16
Summary:

Male and Female,' the film version of Sir James Barrie's 'Admirable Crichton,' and a 9-reel Paramount production, continues to draw capacity houses at the Coronet Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-10
Summary:

Way Down East,' a production of David Wark Griffith based on the old play by Lottie Blair Parker, will come to the Coronet Theatre on Monday. David Wark Griffith is known for 'The Birth of a Nation,' 'Intolerance,' 'Broken Blossoms,' and 'Hearts of the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-11-09