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: 1919-08-01
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: 1920-04-26 - 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: 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: 1922-02-04 - 1922-02-04
Summary:

Owing to the strike, 'The Kid' is still here! It will be shown today only at the Coronet. We are waiting for 'Male and Female,' Paramount's greatest comedy drama.

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

Gloria Swanson, Bebe Daniels and Lila Lee with Thomas Meighan, Theodore Roberts and Wesley Barry in 'Male and Female,' in 9 reels.

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

The Coronet: 'Male and Female' in 9 reels. Kowloon Theatre: Today at 5.45 and 9.15, 'The Soul of Youth.'

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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.

8
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-02-14 - 1922-02-14
Summary:

The Coronet: 'Male and Female' in 9 reels. Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9 p.m., fancy dress dance. Best orchestra and floor in the colony.

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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 - 1922-02-15
Summary:

The Coronet: 'Male and Female' in 9 reels. Kowloon Theatre: For one night only at 5.45 and 9.15, Sylvia Breamer in 'Dawn.'

12
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 - 1922-02-18
Summary:

The Coronet: 'Male and Female,' 9 reels. Kowloon Theatre: 'The Law of the Yukon.'

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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: 1922-02-17 - 1922-02-17
Summary:

Male and Female' is the screen version of the Admirable Crichton by Sir J. M. Barrie. It is a nine-part special by Cecil B. DeMille.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-03-08 - 1922-03-09
Summary:

The Coronet: 'The New York Idea' and Larry Semon in 'The Stage Hand.' Kowloon Theatre: 5.45 and 9.15, 'Male and Female.'

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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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Headline: At the Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-01-27 - 1923-01-27
Summary:

You must not confuse D. W. Griffith's recent productions with his earlier work! The following are recognised the world over as his masterpieces! 'The Birth of a Nation,' 'Intolerance,' 'Hearts of the World,' 'The Great Love,' 'The Idol Dancer,…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-11-09
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-12-08
Summary:

David W. Griffith's masterful motion picture elaboration of 'Way Down East' is now showing at the Coronet Theatre. Again, as in the case of 'The Birth of a Nation,' Griffith has turned to a success of the stage for his material. When Lottie Blair Parker and Joseph…