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: 1918-09-14
Summary:

The 5th and 6th episodes of the 'Secret Kingdom' will be screened with Keystone comics at the Hongkong Theatre. On Wednesday, the programme will be a comedy with Charlie Chaplin's 'The Immigrant,' 'Easy Street' and 'Behind the Screen.' Charlie is now…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-06-17
Summary:

A fine Paramount film in five parts entitled 'The Immigrant' will be screened at the Hongkong Theatre. Miss Valeska Surratt will make her debut as a Paramount star. Film plot included. 'My little soldier girl' featuring Ann Pennington will be shown soon. Some excellent comics…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-29
Summary:

Mary Pickford and Charlie Chaplin share the major portion of the current programme at the Kowloon Theatre, in 'How Could You, Jean?' and 'The Immigrant.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-03-23
Summary:

Go and Get It,' a First National feature produced by Marshall Neilan, will be shown at the Coronet Theatre this evening. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-03-29
Summary:

Go and Get It,' Marshall Weilan's drama of newspaper adventure, makes its last appearance at the Kowloon Theatre this evening.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-04-27
Summary:

Don't Change Your Husband,' a Paramount picture, will be offered at the Kowloon Theatre this evening.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-04-27
Summary:

Dinty,' a First National film produced by Marshall Neilan and presenting Wesley Barry, will be the attraction at the Coronet Theatre this evening. Apart from 'Dinty,' Wesley Barry is famous for his acting in 'Daddy Long Legs,' 'Go and Get It,' and other First…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-04-29
Summary:

Don't Change Your Husband,' in which Gloria Swanson plays the leading role, is the current attraction at the Kowloon Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-05-01
Summary:

Don't Change Your Husband' comes to the Coronet Theatre this evening. It is a Paramount picture with Gloria Swanson in the leading role.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-21
Summary:

False Faces,' a Paramount-Artcraft's film version of the colourful story written by Louis Joseph Vance, comes to Coronet Theatre on Sunday. Film plot included.

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Headline: False Faces'
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-23
Summary:

False Faces' is the new attraction at the Coronet Theatre. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-24
Summary:

False Faces' will be shown at the Coronet Theatre. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-27
Summary:

Some of the films being screened in 'False Faces,' now showing in Hongkong, were taken aboard the Admiral liner President.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-06-30
Summary:

Judging by the advance reports in 'Bob Hampton of Placer,' Mr. Ray has secured a film for the Coronet well above the standard of most productions which the industry turns out. Marshall Neilan has been responsible for a number of fine films such as 'Go and Get It.' The title…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-08-24
Summary:

Douglas Fairbanks, the athletic film star, has an attractive part in his new picture, 'The Mark of Zorro' which will be shown in Coronet beginning Saturday. The film is a romance of a hundred years ago. Film synopsis included. Fairbanks shows distinct acting ability in his double role…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-08-24
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-08-25
Summary:

The Mark of Zorro,' Douglas Fairbanks' new picture, may be described as a typical American romantic comedy. The story is high-spirited and happy-hearted. Douglas Fairbanks impersonates a wealthy young Spanish aristocrat. Film synopsis included. Mr. Fairbanks gives us his best bit of…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-08-27
Summary:

The public can be sure of an evening's genuine entertainment at the Coronet anytime during the coming week. The star attraction, Douglas Fairbanks in 'The Mark of Zorro,' is one of the best films seen in Hongkong for many a long day. Mr. Fairbanks gives his admirers something new…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-08-28
Summary:

It is questionable whether any picture ever shown at the Coronet has scored such as distinct success as 'The Mark of Zorro,' Douglas Fairbanks' latest release. Since the picture was first shown on Saturday, crowded houses have been the rule, and expressions of satisfaction have…