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: 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: 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: 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…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-16
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-23 - 1922-06-24
Summary:

All in one programme: Charlie Chaplin in 'Pay Day'; Harold Lloyd in 'Never Weaken'; Larry Semon in 'Between the Acts.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-24
Summary:

Three comedies will comprise a week's programme of the Coronet Theatre. One, Charlie Chaplin's 'Pay Day.' Two, Harold Lloyd's 'Never Weaken.' Three, Larry Semon's 'Between the Scenes.' [sic] As indicated this all-comedy programme begins on Monday…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-26 - 1922-06-26
Summary:

An all-star comedy programme, Charlie Chaplin in his latest million-dollar comedy special 'Pay Day,' together with Harold Lloyd in 'Never Weaken' and Larry Semon in 'Between the Acts.' Prices as for 'The Kid.' All this week at all shows. Illustration…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-26
Summary:

Charlie Chaplin's 'Pay Day' is being shown at the Coronet Theatre this week beginning today. Supporting the Chaplin picture are two other comedies, Harold Lloyd's 'Never Weaken' and Larry Semon's 'Between the Scenes.' [sic] Prices next week will be as…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-27 - 1922-06-27
Summary:

Charlie Chaplin in 'Pay Day'; Harold Lloyd in 'Never Weaken'; Larry Semon in 'Between the Acts.' Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-27
Summary:

Charlie Chaplin's 'Pay Day' was shown at the Coronet Theatre yesterday. Two other comedies are included in the programme as well, they are Harold Lloyd's 'Never Weaken' and Larry Semon's 'Between the Scenes.' Prices are as for 'The Kid.'

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-29 - 1922-06-29
Summary:

Tonight till Saturday, the best comedy programme ever shown in Hongkong: Charlie Chaplin in 'Pay Day'; Harold Lloyd in 'Never Weaken'; Larry Semon in 'Between the Acts.' Illustration included.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-07-01 - 1922-07-01
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, positively last showing of Charlie Chaplin in 'Pay Day,' Harold Lloyd in 'Never Weaken' and Larry Semon in 'Between the Acts.' Tomorrow at 6 and 9.15, Dorothy Dalton in 'Extravagance.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-07-29 - 1922-07-29
Summary:

The Coronet: At 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, 'Everywoman.' Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 5.45 and 9.15, 'Should a Woman Tell?' Tomorrow at 6 and 9.15, Charlie Chaplin in 'Pay Day' and 'The Girl Montana.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-07-31 - 1922-07-31
Summary:

The Coronet: 'Captain Cuttles Derby,' 'Her Unwilling Husband' and Harold Lloyd in 'Now or Never.' Kowloon Theatre: Charlie Chaplin in 'Pay Day' and 'The Girl Montana.' Dance tomorrow.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-10
Summary:

Way Down East,' a production of David Wark Griffith based on the old play by Lottie Blair Parker, will come to the Coronet Theatre on Monday. David Wark Griffith is known for 'The Birth of a Nation,' 'Intolerance,' 'Broken Blossoms,' and 'Hearts of the…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-01-08 - 1923-01-08
Summary:

Today till Wednesday at 5 sharp and 9.15 p.m., United Artists present Douglas Fairbanks in 'The Three Musketeers' 12 reels. Specially augmented orchestra of 16 players! At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., double attraction: Charlie Chaplin in 'Pay Day' and Harold Lloyd in 'Grandma…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-01-08 - 1923-01-10
Summary:

The Coronet: 2.30 and 7.15, 'Pay Day,' 'Grandma's Boy' and Jazz Band. 5 sharp and 9.15, 'The Three Musketeers.' Kowloon Theatre: 5.45 and 9.15, another big super film, William Duncan in 'Steelheart.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-01-15 - 1923-01-17
Summary:

The Coronet: Monday to Saturday at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, George Arliss in 'Disraeli.' Ordinary prices. Kowloon Theatre: Monday to Wednesday at 5.45 and 9.15, Chaplin in 'Pay Day' and Lloyd in 'Grandma's Boy.'

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Headline: At the Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-01-27 - 1923-01-27
Summary:

You must not confuse D. W. Griffith's recent productions with his earlier work! The following are recognised the world over as his masterpieces! 'The Birth of a Nation,' 'Intolerance,' 'Hearts of the World,' 'The Great Love,' 'The Idol Dancer,…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-06-04 - 1923-06-04
Summary:

The Coronet: 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Mildred Harris in 'Old Dad.' Also 'Shanghai Races, May 1923' by Courtesy of B. A. T. and Screen Magazine. The Star: Tonight at 9.15, Adele Blood in 'Anna Christie.' Tickets: $3, $2 and $1. Booking at Moutrie's. 5.30…