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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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-11-04 - 1919-11-06
Summary:

Tonight, Metro presents Emmy Wehlen in 'The Shell Game,' also the string band from S. S. Colombia. November 4-6 remarks: Booking at Robinson's.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-11-04 - 1919-11-04
Summary:

Once again, the Coronet has the goods! Tonight, Metro presents beautiful Emmy Wehlen in 'The Shell Game.' Also the string band from S. S. Colombia. Picture included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-11-04 - 1919-11-06
Summary:

November 4th, 5th and 6th at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., for three nights only, Emmy Wehlen in 'The Shell Game.' Usual prices. Booking at Robinson's.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-11-04 - 1919-11-06
Summary:

November 4, 5 and 6 at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., for three nights only, Emmy Wehlen in 'The Shell Game.' Usual prices. Booking at Robinson's.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-11-04 - 1919-11-04
Summary:

Tonight, Metro presents beautiful Emmy Wehlen in 'The Shell Game,' also the String Band from S. S. 'Colombia.' Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-11-05
Summary:

The Shell Game' is another remarkable Metro production. It was screened at the Coronet last night to a good audience when an additional attraction was provided in the string hand from the s.s. Colombia. Another acceptable item in last night's programme was a Rolin comedy in which the…

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Headline: Coronet Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-11-05
Summary:

A magazine story by Kenneth L. Roberts entitled 'Good Will and Almond Shells' forms the basis for the Metro five-reel feature, 'The Shell Game,' now being shown at the Coronet Theatre. Henry Kolker and Emmy Wehlen played the main roles. The supportive cast included Joseph…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-11-05
Summary:

The popular kinema picture 'The Shell Game' was again shown at the Coronet Theatre last night with a crowded house.

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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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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-12-20 - 1919-12-20
Summary:

Tonight at 2.30, 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Francis X. Bushman and Beverly Bayne in 'The Voice of Conscience' and Christie and Gab [sic] comedies. Tomorrow at 6 p.m., 'Thais.' Prices: 80 cents and 40 cents. Tomorrow at 9.15 p.m., 'Les Miserables.' Ordinary prices.

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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: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-02-14 - 1920-02-16
Summary:

Tonight, 'Lord John's Journal,' Christy [sic] and Luke comedies. British Gazette. Last performances of episodes one and two of 'The Circus King.' Booking at the Theatre. February 16 remarks: 'The Circus King,' episodes 3 and 4 in 4 parts and Rolin Comedy.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-02-14 - 1920-02-14
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'Lord John's Journal.' Also Christie and Luke comedies, and British Gazette. Today at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., last performances of episodes one and two of 'The Circus King.' Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-02-16 - 1920-02-16
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'Lord John's Journal.' Also Christie and Luke comedies, and British Gazette. Today at 7.15 p.m., 'The Circus King' episodes 3 and 4 in 4 parts. Also Rolin comedy. Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-03-23 - 1920-03-27
Summary:

Annette Kellerman in 'A Daughter of the Gods.' March 27 remarks: 'The Circus King' episodes 13 and 15. Emmy Wehlen in 'The Shell Game.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-03-23 - 1920-03-27
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 p.m., Mary Miles Minter in 'Emmy of Stork's Nest' and Billy West in 'Backstage.' At 7.15 p.m., 'The Circus King' episodes 13 and 14. At 9.15 p.m., 'The Daughter of the Gods.' March 27 Remarks: Ad. on 'A Daughter of the Gods'…