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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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: 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: 1922-07-29 - 1922-07-29
Summary:

Four nights only, Monday to Tuesday next, a great program, including 'The 1922 Derby' with slow motion pictures of the finish. Also Blanche Sweet in a tip-top 5-reel comedy, 'Her Unwilling Husband' and Harold Lloyd in his three-part special $100,000 comedy, 'Now or Never…

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

Sportsmen will be pleased with 'Captain Cuttle's Derby,' beautifully filmed by Pathe with retarded motion pictures of the exciting finish! The ladies will enjoy Blanche Sweet in 'Her Unwilling Husband.' Everybody will go crazy over Harold Lloyd in his three-reel comedy…

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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: 1922-07-31
Summary:

Her Unwilling Husband,' starring Blanche Sweet, is one of the highlights in today's Coronet programme. Another one is Harold Lloyd's 'Now or Never.' Another feature which makes the Coronet's new programme one not to be missed is the remarkable film taken of the race…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-01 - 1922-08-01
Summary:

Come and bring your wife and child Harold Lloyd is running wild; when you've seen his 'Now or Never,' you'll admit the kid is clever! Also showing Blanche Sweet in 'Her Unwilling Husband' and 'Captain Cuttle's Derby.' Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-01 - 1922-08-01
Summary:

The Coronet: 'Captain Cuttle's Derby,' 'Her Unwilling Husband' and Harold Lloyd in 'Now or Never.' Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9.15, negligee dance. Tickets $1.50 at Moutrie's.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-01
Summary:

Her Unwilling Husband,' featuring Blanche Sweet, and Harold Lloyd's 'Now or Never,' are two attractions at the Coronet Theatre today. Besides, it is stated that there was plenty of excitement to be got yesterday out of the remarkable film of the 1922 Derby which has just…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-02 - 1922-08-03
Summary:

The Coronet: 'Captain Cuttle's Derby,' 'Her Unwilling Husband' and Harold Lloyd in 'Now or Never.' Kowloon Theatre: Today at 5.45 and 9.15, 'The Jungle Goddess,' the greatest wild animal picture ever screened.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-04 - 1922-08-04
Summary:

The Coronet: Today 2.30, 5.15 and 9.15, Jackie Coogan in 'Peck's Bad Boy.' Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9.15, Blanche Sweet in 'Her Unwilling Husband' and Harold Lloyd in 'Now or Never.' And don't forget 'Captain Cuttle's Derby.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-05 - 1922-08-05
Summary:

The Coronet: Today 2.30, 5.15 and 9.15, Jackie Coogan in 'Peck's Bad Boy.' Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9.15, Blanche Sweet in 'Her Unwilling Husband' and Harold Lloyd in 'Now or Never.' Tomorrow, 'Everywoman.'

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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: 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: 1923-03-30
Summary:

True Heart Susie' is being shown at the Star Theatre today and tomorrow. It is a picture of much the same type as 'Way Down East.' It is also a D. W. Griffith production and the leading parts are portrayed by Lilian Gish and Robert Harron, who made his name in 'The Birth of a…