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: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-07-21 - 1921-07-22
Summary:

When we tell you that it costs us $2 a minute to show 'The Devil's Passkey' at Wo Ping Theatre more than it cost to screen either 'Hearts of the World' or 'Intolerance,' you can perhaps realise that it must be a great picture. The Coronet Orchestra will provide…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-07-21
Summary:

The Devil's Passkey' is the story of an American husband and wife and a crowded hour in their lives in Paris. This remarkable picture will be shown tomorrow at Wo Ping Theatre. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-07-22 - 1921-07-23
Summary:

Wo Ping Theatre: At 5.45 & 9.45, 'The Devil's Passkey'; Poster included. The Coronet: Closed for repairs. The Kowloon: Thursday, Friday & Saturday at 5.30 and 9.15, The Great Chefalo. Also, change of pictures daily; Price included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-07-22 - 1921-07-22
Summary:

Woping Theatre: at 5.15 and 9.15, 'The Devil's Passkey,' von Stroheim's new wonder picture. Illustration included. The Coronet: Closed for repairs. The Kowloon: Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 5.30 and 9.15, special attraction, the great Chefalo. Also change of pictures…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-07-22 - 1921-07-22
Summary:

To give the great picture adequate presentation, the Coronet staff with Coronet efficiency and Coronet cleanliness and the full Coronet orchestra of twelve first-class players have all moved over to Woping Theatre. 'The Devil's Passkey' is showing tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 at super…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-07-22
Summary:

Von Stroheim, who was last seen in Hongkong as the villain in 'The Heart of Humanity' is responsible for tonight's plan at the Woping Theatre, 'The Devil's Passkey.' Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-07-22 - 1921-07-23
Summary:

Woping Theatre: at 5.15 and 9.15, 'The Devil's Passkey,' von Stroheim's new wonder picture. The Coronet: closed for repairs. The Kowloon: Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., the great Chefalo, also change of pictures daily. Prices: 5.30, 80 and 40 cents; 9.15…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-07-23
Summary:

The Devil's Pass Key' is the current attraction at the Wo Ping Theatre. Starring Una Trevelyn, Maud [sic] George, Mae Busch, Samuel de Grasse and Clyde Fillimore [sic]. Music was supplied by Coronet Orchestra. A fine tropical gazette showing the Australian cricketers at play, the…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-07-25 - 1921-07-27
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15, 'The Devil's Passkey.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-07-25 - 1921-07-27
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15, 'The Devil's Passkey.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-07-25
Summary:

The Devil's Pass Key' being shown at the Empire Theatre (formerly known as the 'Wo Ping') and the performance takes place at 5:15 and 9:15p.m. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-07-25 - 1921-07-27
Summary:

Patrons are requested to visit the Empire, late Woping (opposite Central Market), tonight at 5.15 and 9.15, 'The Devil's Passkey.'