A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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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: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-03-13 - 1922-03-13
Summary:

The Coronet: 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, George Arliss in 'The Devil,' and Larry Semon in 'The Suitor.' Kowloon Theatre: Today at 5.45 and 9.15, 'The Heart of Maryland,' 7 parts. Cabaret Dance on Tuesday.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-03-14 - 1922-03-14
Summary:

The Coronet: 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, George Arliss in 'The Devil,' and Larry Semon in 'The Suitor.' Kowloon Theatre: 9 p.m., Cabaret Dance. Tickets, $1 each. 5.45 p.m., invitation matinee.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-03-15 - 1922-03-16
Summary:

The Coronet: Enormous success of George Arliss in 'The Devil.' Kowloon Theatre: Today at 5.15 and 9.15, Leonce Perret's six part superfeature, 'The Empire of Diamonds.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-03-15
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is currently showing 'The Devil' featuring Mr. George Arliss, and 'The Suitor' featuring Larry Semon. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-03-17 - 1922-03-17
Summary:

The Coronet: Enormous success of George Arliss in 'The Devil.' Kowloon Theatre: At 9.15 p.m., Wanda Hawley in 'Food for Scandal.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-03-18 - 1922-03-18
Summary:

Your last chance of seeing George Arliss as 'The Devil.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-03-18 - 1922-03-18
Summary:

The Coronet: Today! Today! Positively last performances of 'The Devil' and 'The Suitor.' Kowloon Theatre: At 5.45 & 9.15 p.m., Wanda Hawley in 'Food for Scandal.' Pierrot Dance on Tuesday.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-07-13
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is going to screen 'The Romance of Happy Valley,' today. The film is written by Griffith, the same master hand of other films like 'The Birth of a Nation,' 'Intolerance' and 'Way Down East.' Lillian Gish is the lead actress.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-10-05 - 1922-10-05
Summary:

Mr. George Arliss in 'The Devil.' Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-10-05 - 1922-10-05
Summary:

The Coronet: For one day only, George Arliss in 'The Devil.' Kowloon Theatre: Thurs., Friday, Sat., Mdlle. Juri Thomas in songs and dances. Also, 'The U. P. Trail' at usual prices.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-10-05
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is going to screen 'The Devil,' featuring Mr. George Arliss, tonight. The film is set-up in a beautiful and bizarre manner, notably the Devil's bal masque at which a unique 'Dance of Hades' is presented. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-10-09 - 1922-10-09
Summary:

The Coronet: Grace Darmond in 'Handle with Care.' Kowloon Theatre: George Arliss in 'The Devil.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-12-30
Summary:

As 'Little Lord Fauntleroy' featuring Mary Pickford finishes its run at the Coronet Theatre, 'Disraeli,' a film version of a play of that name by Louis N. Parker becomes the next week's attraction at the Coronet. Featuring the charming view of life, the film is based on…

15
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-01-16
Summary:

Throughout the week, Coronet Theatre is screening 'Disraeli' featuring George Arliss who is famous for his performance in 'The Devil.' He is well supported by Mrs. Arliss.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-01-07
Summary:

Coronet Theatre was going to screen 'Uncharted Seas' featuring Alice Lake and Rudolf Valentino. Today, Coronet management announces the withdrawal of 'Uncharted Seas' which steadily gained popularity over the period of its screening. Griffith's masterpiece 'The…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-01-10
Summary:

Commencing tomorrow, Coronet Theatre will be screening D.W. Griffith's film 'The Birth of a Nation.' The film exhibits the events of the American Civil War. Although it was first made some years ago, it is still considered a first-class attraction both in England and America.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-01-11 - 1924-01-11
Summary:

The Coronet: Starting tonight at 2.30, 5.15 & 9.15, D. W. Griffith's 'Birth of a Nation.' Price details included. The Star: Tonight till Saturday at 5.30 & 9.15, 'Forbidden Fruit.' Price details included. The Grand: At 9.15 p.m., Jackie Coogan in 'Trouble.…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-01-11
Summary:

Griffith's big production 'The Birth of a Nation' featuring Lillian Gish and Henry B. Walthall will be a screened at Coronet Theatre today for its first showing in Hongkong. The setting is of America during the period between 1860 and 1870.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-01-12 - 1924-01-17
Summary:

Tonight at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15, D. W. Griffith's 'Birth of a Nation.' Prices, 2.30 p.m., $1.2 & 60 cents; 5.15 & 9.15, $2 & $1. Illustration included.