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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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-04-19 - 1920-04-24
Summary:

British Gazette No. 623, Goldwyn's funny 5 parts, Mabel Normand in 'Upstairs.' Charlie Chaplin in his fourth million dollar comedy 'A Day's Pleasure.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-04-19 - 1920-04-22
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., the fourth big programme, the first-class attractions in one bill, Charlie Chaplin in his fourth million-dollar comedy, 'A Day's Please,' Mabel Normand in five delicious reels of Goldwyn comedy, 'Upstairs' and Pathe's British Gazette…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-04-19 - 1920-04-19
Summary:

For one week, commencing tonight, the Coronet presents the fourth programme of its super season, two big attractions in one bill, Charlie Chaplin in his fourth million-dollar picture, 'A Day's Pleasure' and Mabel Normand in 'Upstairs.' Book early if you would avoid…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-04-19
Summary:

The management of the Coronet claims that in the fourth special programme of their 'Super-season' they are presenting the most attractive picture that has yet been thrown upon a cinema screen in the Colony. The first item is the ever-popular Pathe Gazette, which shows Carpentier just…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-04-19 - 1920-04-22
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., the fourth big programme, Charlie Chaplin in 'A Day's Pleasure' and Mabel Normand in 5 reels of Goldwyn comedy, 'Upstairs.' Also Pathe's British Gazette No. 623.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-04-20
Summary:

Two splendid pictures new from the double attraction at the Coronet. The first is 'Upstairs' with Mabel, which is supported by a Charlie Chaplin comedy named 'A Day's Pleasure.' Mabel Normand, the tomboy in 'Mickey' is in the 'Upstairs.' Film synopsis…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-04-20
Summary:

A Day's Pleasure,' and 'Upstairs' is funning in the enjoyable programme at the Coronet. Film reviews included. In addition, Georges Carpentier illustrates in 'The Gazette' his knockout blow to Beckett. The programme will be repeated tonight.

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Headline: Coronet Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-04-22
Summary:

A crowded house laughed itself hoarse at the Coronet Theatre last night in Charlie Chaplin 'A Day's Pleasure.' Almost equaling the Chaplin picture in humour is 'Upstairs' with Mabel Normand in the principal part.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-04-23 - 1920-04-24
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., 1. overture, Coronet orchestra; 2. Pathe's British Gazette No. 623; 3. Goldwyn presents Mabel Normand in 'Upstairs'; 4. Charlie Chaplin in his fourth million-dollar comedy, 'A Day's Pleasure.' Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-04-23 - 1920-04-24
Summary:

Last three nights of Charlie Chaplin in 'A Day's Pleasure' and Mabel Normand in 'Upstairs.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-04-24 - 1920-04-24
Summary:

Last three nights of Charlie Chaplin in 'A Day's Pleasure' and Mabel Normand in 'Upstairs.'

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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…