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: 1916-06-16
Summary:

England's National Theatre, Drury Lane, is occupied by the cinematograph. The War Office recognized the cinematograph and allowed it to visit the seat of war. The earnings of English film actors in America can indicate the size and resources of the film business. With its scope, the dignity…

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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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Headline: A Fine Film
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-07-31
Summary:

D. W. Griffith's 'Intolerance,' which is to be the attraction at the Coronet Theatre for three nights commencing tomorrow, Friday, has been playing to capacity houses wherever shown. The production to be given here is an exact duplicate of that used in the Liberty Theatre, New…

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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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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-12-05
Summary:

The beginning of the winter finds the British film in a much stronger position. The article included opinions from Mr. William A. Brady and also talked about the British productions. One of the most important development is the formation of the Alliance Company, which has purchased probably the…

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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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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-04-26 - 1920-04-26
Summary:

On Broadway, a line three blocks long waited at the strand theatre to see D. W. Griffith's 'The Great Love,' Artcraft Pictures. David Wark Griffith, producer of 'The Birth of a Nation,' 'Intolerance,' 'Hearts of the World' and 'Broken Blossoms…

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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: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-20 - 1921-08-20
Summary:

Wherever moving pictures are shown the name of D. W. Griffith is a name to conjure with! A new Griffith production is a screen event of the first importance. You remember the splendours of 'Intolerance' and that masterpiece, unforgettable 'Hearts of the World,' 'Way Down…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-12
Summary:

A vaudeville programme, featuring the Gibson family entertainers, will be seen at the World Theatre. They will stage their own original oceanic absurdity 'Fun On A Battleship.' Among the leading artists in the cast are Trixie, the Venus of vaudeville, Gapsona and Doreen, the comic duo…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-09-13 - 1921-09-15
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., a grand attractive programme, Mitchell Lewis & Florence Turner in 'Fool's Gold.' Performances by The Gibson Family Entertainers. Admission: $1 and 60 cents. Matinee programmes: 5.15 p.m. from Tuesday to Thursday, 'As a Man Thinks,' 2.30 and 7.15…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-13 - 1921-09-15
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., a grand attractive programme: Mitchell Lewis and Florence Turner in 'Fool's Gold,' a big 6-reel super-production with strong supporting cast. Also the Gibson Family entertainers, a first-class combination, featuring their own original oceanic absurdity…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-09-13 - 1921-09-15
Summary:

Mitchell Lewis and Florence Turner in 'Fool's Gold.' Also 'The Gibson Family Entertainers,' a first-class combination featuring their own original oceanic absurdity entitled 'Fun on a Battleship.' Matinee programmes: 5.15 p.m., Tuesday to Thursday, 'As a…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-14
Summary:

The large audience which assembled at the World Theatre was rewarded with a most excellent programme. Not only did the management present a super-production from the Arrow Film Corporation, entitled 'Fool's Gold,' but they had also secured the services of the Gibson family…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-09-15
Summary:

The World Theatre's patrons are enjoying the new role of Mitchell Lewis as well as the return to the screen of Florence Turner in 'Fool's Gold' which is now being shown and which will continue to be a feature of the matinees until Monday next.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-09-16 - 1921-09-17
Summary:

Tonight! At 9.15 p.m., Ruffells presents 'The Great Game,' in 6 parts featuring Bombardier Wells and an all-star cast, Pathe's latest News and Comedies. Matinee programme: 5.15 p.m., 'Fool's Gold,' 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., 'Vanishing Trail,' 10 & 11 epis…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-16 - 1921-09-17
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., Ruffells' presents 'The Great Game,' a most wonderful drama in 6 parts featuring Bombardier Wells and an all-star cast. Also Pathe's latest news and comedies. Matinee programme: 5.15 p.m., 'Fool's Gold'; 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Vanishing…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-16
Summary:

Patrons of the World Theatre agree that 'Fool's Gold' now being shown at the theatre. Another production the management has secured is ' The Lifting Shadows' which will be screened shortly.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-09-16 - 1921-09-17
Summary:

Tonight 9.15 p.m., Ruffells presents 'The Great Game' featuring Bombardier Wells. Also Pathe's latest news and comedies. Matinee programmes 5.15 p.m., 'Fool's Gold'; 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Vanishing Trail' 10 and 11 episodes. Booking at Messrs Mehta and Co,…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-09-19 - 1921-09-19
Summary:

Tonight! At 9.15 p.m., a Grand Variety Concert, programme organized by Mr. A. B. Allan. Admission: $1.5, $1 and 60 cents. Remarks: Matinee programme: 5.15 p.m., 'Fool's Gold,' 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., 'Vanishing Trail,' 10 & 11 epis. Booking at Messrs. Mehta & Co.…