A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Coronet Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-03-10 - 1919-03-10
Summary:

To accompany the first episode of 'Get-Rich-Quick Wallingford,' we have arranged a special comedy programme featuring Max Linder, Charlie Chaplin, Harold Lloyd. We are also showing the latest war film. Booking at Robinson's.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-04-04
Summary:

The high standard of excellence at which the Coronet has always aimed and has succeeded in well establishing is sustained by the pleasing programme being given tonight and tomorrow. This includes an absorbing drama entitled 'The Children of the House.' Film synopsis included. In…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-09-11 - 1919-09-13
Summary:

Metro presents Harold Lockwood in 'The Masked Rider.' Harold Lloyd comedy. Booking at Robinson's.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-11-05
Summary:

The Shell Game' is another remarkable Metro production. It was screened at the Coronet last night to a good audience when an additional attraction was provided in the string hand from the s.s. Colombia. Another acceptable item in last night's programme was a Rolin comedy in which the…

5
Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-11-17
Summary:

The Come Back,' now being shown at the Coronet, is another Metro production. Film synopsis included. As a story, the film is rather stereotyped, but there are numerous passages providing plenty of humour and excitement. To add to the attractiveness of the programme, there is a Harold Lloyd…

6
Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-02-14 - 1920-02-16
Summary:

Tonight, 'Lord John's Journal,' Christy [sic] and Luke comedies. British Gazette. Last performances of episodes one and two of 'The Circus King.' Booking at the Theatre. February 16 remarks: 'The Circus King,' episodes 3 and 4 in 4 parts and Rolin Comedy.

7
Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-05-05 - 1920-05-07
Summary:

Tonight, 'The Lure of Heart's Desire' in 5 parts. '$500 or Bust!,' Pathe News and the Royal Hawaiian Quartette. At 7.15 p.m., 'Elmo the Mighty' episodes 1 and 2.

8
Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-10-08 - 1920-10-09
Summary:

Olive Tell in 'Secret Strings,' 'Around the Town' and Lloyd comedy. At 7.15 p.m., episodes 1 and 2 of the Pathe serials 'Bound and Gagged.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-04-12
Summary:

Yesterday was commenced the first two episodes of 'Pirate Gold' at the Coronet, and, as promised by the management, the film is a welcome departure from the usual serial story hitherto shown in Hong Kong. Of the dramatic variety, the film is relieved by flashes of humour which come and…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-11-25
Summary:

The screening of 'The Three Musketeers' at the Coronet Theatre is postponed and for today only 'Alf's Button,' the British comedy will be shown.

11
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-11-28
Summary:

The screening of 'The Three Musketeers' is postponed at the Coronet Theatre this week. Today and tomorrow, 'The White Rider' is being shown at the Coronet and 'The Fatal Marriage' is promised for Thursday and Friday.

12
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-12-18 - 1922-12-23
Summary:

Douglas Fairbanks presents 'The Three Musketeers.' December 18 Remarks: Adapted by Edward Knoblock. Directed by Fred Niblo. Photographed by Arthur Edeson. Film plot and illustration included. December 23 Remarks: Last two nights.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-12-18 - 1922-12-20
Summary:

The Coronet: Douglas Fairbanks in 'The Three Musketeers.' At 2.30 p.m., $1.5 & 80 cts. At 5.15 & 9.15 p.m., $2 & $1. Kowloon Theatre: Tonight & Wednesday, Lon Chaney in 'The Penalty.' December 19 Remarks: Kowloon Theatre - Dollar Dance.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-12-18
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is going to screen the film version of Alexandre Dumas' 'The Three Musketeers' all this week. Featuring Douglas Fairbanks, the story was adapted for the screen by English dramatist, Edward Knoblock. The action-packed film's cast includes a cast of 118 people…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-12-21 - 1922-12-21
Summary:

The Coronet: Douglas Fairbanks in 'The Three Musketeers.' At 2.30 p.m., $1.5 & 80 cts. At 5.15 & 9.15 p.m., $2 & $1. Kowloon Theatre: At 9 p.m., Dance with music by our own Jazz Band.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-12-22 - 1922-12-22
Summary:

The Coronet: Douglas Fairbanks in 'The Three Musketeers.' At 2.30 p.m., $1.5 & 80 cts. At 5.15 & 9.15 p.m., $2 & $1. Kowloon Theatre: 'Man and His Woman.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-12-23 - 1922-12-23
Summary:

The Coronet: Today & tomorrow at 2, 4.30, 6.45 & 9.15, 'The Three Musketeers.' No music at 6.45 prices for which $1 & 80 cents. Kowloon Theatre: At 9 p.m., last dance of the year. Tickets $1.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-01-04
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is still screening Douglas Fairbanks' 'His Majesty, the American.' On Sunday, it will be replaced by the Swedish picture 'Thy Soul Shall Bear Witness' which was appreciated by the London Times. On Monday, Coronet Theatre will screen Douglas Fairbanks…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-01-08 - 1923-01-10
Summary:

The Coronet: At 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., 'Pay Day,' 'Grandma's Boy' and Jazz Band. At 5 sharp & 9.15 p.m., 'The Three Musketeers.' Kowloon Theatre: Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., William Duncan in 'Steelheart.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-01-08
Summary:

For three days from today to Wednesday at 9:15 performance, the Coronet Theatre has decided to screen the film version of Dumas' novel 'The Three Musketeers' featuring Douglas Fairbanks. An orchestra of 16 players will provide the musical background. At 2:30 and 7:15 performances…