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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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-10-25 - 1920-10-28
Summary:

Goldwyn presents Madge Kennedy in 'Strictly Confidential.' 'Bound and Gagged' episodes 7 and 8.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-10-25 - 1920-10-28
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15, Goldwyn presents Madge Kennedy in 'Strictly Confidential.' At 7.15 p.m., 'Bound and Gagged' episodes 7 and 8.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-10-25 - 1920-10-25
Summary:

Commencing tonight, Madge Kennedy in 'Strictly Confidential' by Jerome K. Jerome. 3,000,000 people saw it at New York's Rialto; it is a scream from start to finish. If you enjoyed Goldwyn's other English production, 'Lord and Lady Algy,' you will find equal pleasure…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-10-25
Summary:

Madge Kennedy finds a role dear to her heart in her latest Goldwyn release. 'Strictly Confidential' will be shown at the Coronet Theatre, beginning tonight. The programme is also noteworthy as introducing a new Rolin comedy star, Beatrice La Plante, to Hongkong audiences. Film synopsis…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-10-25 - 1920-10-28
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15, Goldwyn presents Madge Kennedy in 'Strictly Confidential.' At 7.15 p.m., 'Bound and Gagged' episodes 7 and 8.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-10-25 - 1920-10-25
Summary:

One after another, the cream of the world's photoplays, tonight till Thursday, the second deluxe programme including Jerome K. Jerome's 'Strictly Confidential.' Kowloon residents are reminded of tonight's open-air show at the Club de Recreio, which features Mrs. Vernon…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-10-26
Summary:

In this week's show at the Coronet, Goldwyn provides a new attraction in a comedy which shows up to great advantage the versatility of Madge Kennedy in the starring role. It is 'Strictly Confidential.' This production would enjoy crowded houses until its termination on Friday.…

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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: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-04-06 - 1921-04-08
Summary:

Another Goldwyn picture, Madge Kennedy in 'Strictly Confidential.' At 7.15 p.m., Geraldine Farrar in 'The Stronger Vow,' in 6 parts.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-04-06 - 1921-04-08
Summary:

Tonight till Friday, Madge Kennedy in 'Strictly Confidential,' a Goldwyn picture.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-04-06
Summary:

The magnificent drama 'The Stronger Vow' will be repeated at the 7.15. performance at Hongkong Theatre. Another splendid picture will be screened namely 'Strictly Confidential' in which Miss Madge Kennedy takes the leading role. New comedies will be introduced at intervals.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-04-06 - 1921-04-08
Summary:

Tonight, another Goldwyn picture, Madge Kennedy in 'Strictly Confidential.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-04-16 - 1921-04-19
Summary:

Jack Pickford in 'Huck and Tom' or 'The Further Adventures of Tom Sawyer,' a Paramount picture. At 7.15 p.m., Madge Kennedy in 'Strictly Confidential.'