A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-07-01 - 1920-07-03
Summary:

Today's the day, 11 a.m. to 8.30 p.m., continuous pictures at the Coronet. Come in when you like, stay as long as you like. Admission: 40 cents. The programme includes Pathe's latest British Gazette; 'The Silent Mystery' episode one; Charlie Chaplin in 'Sunnyside'…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-07-02
Summary:

A new departure was made at the Coronet Theatre yesterday, when the continuous programme was inaugurated in Hongkong. The entertainment begins at 11 a.m. and ends at 8.30 p.m., while no alteration has been made in the evening performance. The programme included Charlie Chaplin's '…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-07-05 - 1920-07-08
Summary:

Continuous performance, 11 a.m. to 4.45 p.m. and 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. (booked seats). Goldwyn presents Will Rogers in 'Jubilo.' Also 'The Silent Mystery' episode two, Young Mr. Jazz and British Gazette. July 5 Remarks: On page 5, another ad. on 'Jubilo' only. July 8…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-07-09 - 1920-07-12
Summary:

Come and see Constance Talmadge in 'A Pair of Silk Stockings' and Smiling Bill [sic] Parsons in 'Birds of a Feather' at the Coronet. July 9 & 10 Remarks: On page 10, another ad. on 'A Pair of Silk Stockings' and 'Birds of a Feather.' Also Pathe's…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-07-19 - 1920-07-22
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Paramount Artcraft presents Douglas Fairbanks in 'The Man From Painted Post' and Smiling Bill [sic] Parsons in 'Billy's Predicament.' July 19 Remarks: Today from 11 to 4.30 and at 7.15 p.m., 'The Silent Mystery' episodes 4 and 5…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-07-27 - 1920-07-30
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Geraldine Farrar in 'Flame of the Desert.' Super-production prices. Children half price. At 7.15 p.m., 'The Silent Mystery' episodes 4 and 5.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-07-31 - 1920-08-02
Summary:

Tonight at 2.30, 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Norma Talmadge in 'The Probation Wife.' Also 'Snub Comedy' and British Gazette. Tonight at 7.15 p.m., 'The Silent Mystery' episodes 6 and 7. July 31 Remarks: On page 5, another ad. on 'The Probation Wife,' after last…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-08-03 - 1920-08-06
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Goldwyn presents Mabel Normand in 'The Venus Model.' Also 'Snub Comedy' and British Gazette. At 7.15 p.m., 'The Silent Mystery' episodes 6 and 7. August 3 Remarks: On page 5, another ad. on 'The Venus Model,' also Pathe…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-08-07 - 1920-08-09
Summary:

Tonight at 2.30, 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Clara Kimball Young in 'The House of Glass.' Also new Rolin comedy and Pathe News. At 7.15 p.m., 'The Silent Mystery' episodes 8 and 9.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-08-10 - 1920-08-13
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Goldwyn presents Jane Cowl in 'The Spreading Dawn.' At 7.15 p.m., 'The Silent Mystery' episodes 10 and 11.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-08-14 - 1920-08-17
Summary:

Tonight at 2.30, 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Mary Pickford in 'Stella Maris.' At 7.15 p.m., 'The Silent Mystery' episodes 12 and 13. August 14 Remarks: On page 5 & 10, ads. On 'Stella Maris' only.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-08-18 - 1920-08-21
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Geraldine Farrar in 'The Woman God Forgot.' At 7.15 p.m., 'Silent Mystery' episodes 12 and 13. August 21 Remarks: Also showing today at 2.30 p.m., tomorrow at 6 and 9.15 p.m., 'Rio Grande.'

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-04-26 - 1924-05-01
Summary:

Next week, 'The Hunchback of Notre Dame.' May 1 Remarks: Plot included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-01
Summary:

The Hunchback of Notre Dame' is probably the most expensive picture ever made, and is now showing at the Coronet Theatre. This is based on a famous story by Victor Hugo. Lon Chaney needed half hour each day to make up as the Hunchback. The other cast members include Ernest Torrence and…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-01 - 1924-05-09
Summary:

Commencing today, Hongkong Amusements Ltd presents Carl Laemmle's masterly version of Victor Hugo's novel, Lon Chaney in 'The Hunchback of Notre Dame.' Times and prices: 2.30, $1.20 and 60 cents; 5.15 and 9.15, $2.00 and $1.00. May 8 & 9 Remarks: Bert Lytell in 'A…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-03
Summary:

The Hunchback of Notre Dame' is now showing at the Coronet Theatre. This is based on a famous story by Victor Hugo. Film plot included.

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Headline: Last Chance
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-09
Summary:

The Hunchbback of Notre Dame,' a Victor Hugo's romance has been drawing large crowds at Coronet Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-10
Summary:

From Victor Hugo's romance 'The Hunchback of Notre Dame' to 'Ponjola,' Coronet has taken both of them wisely. First National's 'Ponjola' is starred by Anna Q. Nilsson and James Kirkwood. Film synopsis included.

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Headline: Ponjola'
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-12
Summary:

Photoplays need not all be as magnificent as Victor Hugo's 'The Hunchback of Notre Dame.' 'Ponjola' is the screen version of Cynthia Stockley's novel of the same name, starring Anna Q. Nillson, as the current attraction of Coronet.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-30