A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1907-11-29
Summary:

A special cinematograph attraction is promised for tomorrow night at the Theatre Royal, and for one night only, when the great Passion Play will be shown. The booking is in the hands of Messrs Moutrie and Company; The Victoria Cinematograph continues to do good business and a set of new pictures…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-05-24
Summary:

There is soon to be offered to the picture-going public of Hongkong, a sensational picture entitled 'Tarzan of the Apes.' A China Mail reporter had a chance to attend a private show in Coronet yesterday and provided details for this film. This picture will be followed by a sequel:…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-05
Summary:

Booking is now open at Moutrie's for the great propaganda film 'My Four Years in Germany,' to be screened at the Theatre Royal.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-06
Summary:

Ambassador James W. Gerard's 'My Four Years in Germany,' a document of vital importance in the history, has been screened under his direct supervision and the film version will be shown at the Theatre Royal tomorrow evening. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-09
Summary:

A film review of James W. Gerard's 'My Four Years in Germany,' which was shown the Theatre Royal in Hongkong.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-12 - 1919-06-14
Summary:

The Coronet presents Ambassador James W. Gerard's 'My Four Years in Germany' for three nights only as follows: Friday, June 13th, at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m.; Saturday, June 14th, at 2.15, 5.15 and 9.15 p.m.; Sunday, June 15th, at 6 p.m. and 9.15 p.m. Prices: 9.15 p.m., $2.00 and $1.00…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-14
Summary:

There will be an augmented orchestra at the 9:15 p.m. performance at the Coronet on Sunday evening when 'My Four Years in Germany' will be played for the last time.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-16 - 1919-06-18
Summary:

The Coronet presents Ambassador James W. Gerard's 'My Four Years in Germany' for three nights more at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. Prices: 9.15 p.m., $2.00 and $1.00; 5.15 p.m., $1.00 and 60 cents. Booking for 9.15 p.m. at Robinson's.

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Headline: A Straight Talk
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-16 - 1919-06-16
Summary:

People's responses to My Four Years in Germany in Peking and Hong Kong and number of audience comparing with 'Jack and the Beanstalk' and 'The Yankee Way' in the Coronet mentioned.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-07-18 - 1919-07-18
Summary:

Today, at 2.30 p.m., and Sunday at 9.15 p.m., 'Salvation Joan.' Tomorrow, at 11 a.m. and 2.30 p.m., 'My Four Years in Germany.' Prices; 60 cents and 30 cents. Booking (for 9.15 p.m.) at Robinson's.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-01-12 - 1920-01-15
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Norma Talmadge in 'De Luxe Annie.' At 7.15 p.m., Emily Stevens in 'Outwitted.' January 12 Remarks: Today at 5.15 p.m., the well-known 'Daydreams' String Band have very kindly consented to play selections during the performance. On page 5…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-02-09 - 1920-02-10
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 7.15, first two episodes of the sensational transatlantic serial, 'The Circus King' featuring Eddie Polo. The only new serial film at present in Hongkong. February 9 Remarks: Another ad. on page 10. Tonight at 9.15 p.m., final performance of 'The Better ‘ole.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-02-11 - 1920-02-11
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Mabel Normand in 'Mickey.' Tonight at 7.15 p.m., 'The Circus King' episodes 1 and 2. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-02-12 - 1920-02-13
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Bryant Washburn in 'Kidder and Ko.' Harold Lloyd in 'Pinched.' At 7.15 p.m., 'The Circus King' episodes 1 and 2. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-02-14 - 1920-02-16
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'Lord John's Journal,' also Christy [sic] and Luke comedies. Also British Gazette. Today at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., last performances of episodes 1 and 2 of 'The Circus King.' Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre. February 16 Remarks: Tonight…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-02-17 - 1920-02-18
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'The Better ‘ole.' Tonight at 7.15 p.m., 'The Circus King' episodes 3 and 4 in 4 parts and Rolin Comedy. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-02-19 - 1920-02-19
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'The Auction Block.' Tonight at 7.15 p.m., 'The Circus King' episodes 3 and 4. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre. February 19 Remarks: On page 5, another ad. on 'The Auction Block' only. At ordinary prices.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-02-26 - 1920-03-03
Summary:

Owing to the big demand for seats, the management of the Coronet beg to announce two-day performances of 'The Honor System' tomorrow at 2.15 and 5 p.m. sharp. Prices: 80 cents and 40 cents. Booking at the Theatre. February 28 Remarks: On page 12, another ad. on 'The Honor System…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-02-26 - 1920-02-27
Summary:

Today at 5.15 p.m., 'Thais.' Ordinary matinee prices. Tonight at 7.15 p.m., 'The Circus King' episodes 5 and 6. Tonight at 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents Gladys Brockwell and George Walsh in 'The Honor System' in 10 parts. Prices: $1.50 and 80 cents. Not for…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-03-01 - 1920-03-02
Summary:

Today at 5.15 p.m., Mabel Normand in 'Dodging a Million.' Tonight at 9.15 p.m., 'The Honor System.' At 7.15 p.m., 'The Circus King' episodes 7 and 8 in 4 parts.