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: 1918-03-20
Summary:

To the Editor S. C. M. Post – A scheme has been arranged for a cinema entertainment to take place at the Royal Artillery Theatre. It is to be added that the proposed entertainments are supported by the Pathe firm. The first performance included Pathe's 'The Fatal Ring.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-03-25
Summary:

With reference to the recent announcement of the Cinema performances for the troops and their friends at the Royal Artillery Theatre, it should be stated that 'The Fatal Ring' is being presented by the permission of the management of the Victoria Theatre. Successful entertainments will…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-05-05 - 1920-05-07
Summary:

May 5th, 6th and 7th, 1920, at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Metro presents Edmund Breese in 'The Lure of Heart's Desire' in 5 parts. Also '$500 or Bust!', Pathe News and the Royal Hawaiian Quartette. Ordinary prices. 7.15 p.m., 'Elmo the Mighty' episodes 1 and 2.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-01-12
Summary:

As a part of the campaign of the Commission to Combat Venereal Disease, the film lecture, 'Damaged Goods,' was repeated last evening at the Royal Artillery Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-01-30 - 1923-01-30
Summary:

Do you believe in 'Romance'?

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-01-31 - 1923-01-31
Summary:

There is still 'Romance'?

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-02-01 - 1923-02-01
Summary:

Romance' is coming to Hongkong!

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-02-02 - 1923-02-02
Summary:

Romance'? See film page.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-02-03
Summary:

A film version of the play 'Romance,' in which Doris Keane takes the principal role, is to be screened at the Coronet Theatre all next week. Besides, 'Silas Marner,' a picturization of George Eliot's story of Raveloe heads the bill. Also, a Snub Pollard comedy is…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-02-05 - 1923-02-05
Summary:

Monday to Saturday at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Doris Keane in Edward Sheldon's celebrated play, 'Romance,' directed by Chet. Withey. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-02-05 - 1923-02-05
Summary:

The Coronet: Doris Keane in 'Romance.' Kowloon Theatre: Tonight only, 'A Beggar in Purple.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-02-05
Summary:

Romance,' in which Doris Keane and Basil Sydney take the principal roles, will be shown at the Coronet Theatre today. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-02-06 - 1923-02-06
Summary:

Doris Keane in 'Romance.' The talk of the town! The film you have all been waiting to see! Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-02-06 - 1923-02-06
Summary:

The Coronet: Doris Keane in 'Romance.' Kowloon Theatre: 9 p.m., cabaret dance. Tickets $1.50.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-02-06
Summary:

Romance,' in which Doris Keane and Basil Sydney take the leading roles, was shown at the Coronet Theatre yesterday. Moreover, it will be shown until Saturday. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-02-07 - 1923-02-07
Summary:

Doris Keane in Edward Sheldon's celebrated play, 'Romance,' directed by Chet. Withey. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-02-07 - 1923-02-09
Summary:

The Coronet: Doris Keane in 'Romance.' Sunday February 11, 'Trumpet Island.' Kowloon Theatre: Wednesday and Thursday at 5.45 and 9.15, 'The Little Clown,' Screen Snapshots and ‘Snub' Comedy.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-02-07
Summary:

Romance,' featuring Doris Keane and Basil Sydney, is now the attraction at the Coronet Theatre. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-02-08 - 1923-02-08
Summary:

Three years in New York, three years in London! That was the stage record of 'Romance.' A record which will be beaten by that of the photoplay! Doris Keane, who rose to fame in the role of Cavallini, excels herself in the picture.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-02-10 - 1923-02-10
Summary:

The management of the Coronet wish to again make it clear that United Artists' productions will not be shown at any other place of amuse in the colony. The last showing of 'Romance' is tonight. It will not be shown again.