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: 1918-03-16 - 1918-03-19
Summary:

17th, 18th and 19th March, showing 17th and 18th episodes, 'Gloria's Romance.' Also Keystone comics featuring Charlie Chaplin. Wednesday, 20th March, screening two exclusive features, 'The Law of the Range' and 'A Daughter of the Jungle.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-03-22
Summary:

Exclusive dramas and serial films are being screened at the Hongkong Theatre, including 'The Law of the Range' and 'A Daughter of the Jungle.' 'Gloria's Romance,' 'The Red Act' and 'Just Jim' featuring Harry D. Carey will be screened soon.…

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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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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-01-05 - 1921-01-08
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15 and 9.15, Norma Talmadge in 'The Isle of Conquest' in 6 reels. Also Topical Budget and 'Around the Town.' Tonight at 7.15, episodes 13, 14 and 15 (final) of 'The Mystery of 13.' January 5 Remarks: On page 5, another ad. on 'The Isle of…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-03-05 - 1921-03-05
Summary:

Commencing Sunday, March 6th at 6 and 9.15 p.m., Elsie Ferguson in 'Rose of the World.' Also Mack Sennett Comedy and Topical Budget. Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, your last opportunity of seeing Tom Moore in 'Thirty a Week,' 'Jiggs in Society' and British…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-03-18 - 1921-03-21
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Friday to Monday, March 18 to 21, 'The Prince and Betty' featuring William Desmond. Also 'All Dressed Up,' a ‘Snub' Comedy, Topical Budget and British Gazette. Telephone 1743. March 18 Remarks: Another ad. on page 5. Illustration…

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Headline: Warning
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-07-29 - 1921-07-29
Summary:

Notice is hereby given that the exclusive exhibition rights for China of the Charles Chaplin film called 'The Kid' is the property of the First National Exhibitors Circuit and that these rights have not been sold or leased to any person or firm in China. Proceedings will be taken…

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Headline: Warning
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-02 - 1921-08-17
Summary:

Notice is hereby given that the exclusive exhibition rights for China of the Charles Chaplin film called 'The Kid' is the property of the First National Exhibitors Circuit and that these rights have not been sold or leased to any person or firm in China. Proceedings will be taken…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-13 - 1921-08-13
Summary:

Grand reopening today, the great British melodrama, 'A Woman of Pleasure' with Blanche Sweet, seven stirring reels and the latest topical budget. Come and see our $1000 screen in operation; come and hear the best orchestra in the Colony; come to the only British house in Hongkong.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-15 - 1921-08-16
Summary:

Grand reopening today, the great British melodrama, 'A Woman of Pleasure' with Blanche Sweet, seven stirring reels and the latest topical budget. Come and see our $1000 screen in operation; come and hear the best orchestra in the Colony; come to the only British house in Hongkong. Also…

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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: 1921-08-24 - 1921-08-25
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15 and 9.15, for two nights only, 'The Devil's Passkey' and topical budget.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-22 - 1921-09-24
Summary:

Thursday, 22nd to Saturday, 24th, September, Gladys Walton in 'All Dolled Up.' Also ‘Snub' Pollard in 'The Dear Departed,' 'Naughty Lions and Wild Men,' Topical Budget and Screen Magazine. September 22 & 23 Remarks: Another ad. on page 5. Illustration…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-10-04
Summary:

According to the writer, Mr. Chaplin does not like being called 'Charlie' – that he prefers to be known as Charles. Besides, he is unquestionably the greatest comedian in the world. Recently, the film 'The Kid' should prove that Mr. Chaplin is both a leading international…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-10-11 - 1921-10-14
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, William S. Hart in 'Branding Broadway.' Also ‘Snub' Pollard in 'The London Bobby' and Topical Budget No. 521.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-10-11 - 1921-10-11
Summary:

You've always seen Bill Hart in a flannel shirt and sombrero with a revolver in each fist somewhere about part five; come and see him tonight in a boiled shirt and claw hammer! You can take our word for it, 'Branding Broadway' is some picture. There is also the very latest Topical…