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: 1921-11-05
Summary:

The show last evening at the Kowloon Theatre commenced with a Pathe British Gazette after which half an hour's dancing was indulged in. Followed was 'Forty Five Minutes from Broadway,' in which Charles Ray takes the leading role.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-11-05
Summary:

Kowloon Theatre provided a good illustration of the kinema dance last night. After the British gazette had been screened, the dance held for an hour. A splendid First National attraction 'Forty-Five minutes from Broadway,' with Charles Ray in the leading role followed.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-02-13
Summary:

Male and Female,' the film version of James Barrie's play 'The Admirable Crichton,' comes to the Coronet Theatre this evening.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-02-14
Summary:

Keen disappointment was felt yesterday evening when the Coronet Theatre management announced that, owing to the dislocation of the mails in consequence of the seamen's strike; it was found impossible at the last moment to screen 'Male and Female,' the film version of James Barrie…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-02-14
Summary:

Male and Female,' Paramount-Artcraft's film version of James Barrie's 'The Admirable Crichton,' is now showing at the Coronet Theatre. It is noted that the film begins a new series of 'super' features presented by the Hongkong Amusements Ltd. Film synopsis…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-02-14
Summary:

In Coronet Theatre, the showing of 'Male and Female,' a film version of Sir James Barrie's great drama, had been delayed.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-02-15
Summary:

Male and Female,' Paramount's film version of James Barrie's 'The Admirable Crichton,' was screened at the Coronet Theatre yesterday evening. Meanwhile, Thomas Meighan, Gloria Swanson, Bebe Daniels, Wesley Barrie [sic], and others, take roles in the play.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-02-15
Summary:

Sir James Barrie's 'Admirable Crichton' is now appearing in a film version entitled 'Male and Female,' is showing in Coronet Theatre. Thomas Meighan, who appeared in 'The Miracle Man' starred as the leading role. Gloria Swanson plays the leading lady, while…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-02-16
Summary:

Male and Female,' the film version of Sir James Barrie's 'Admirable Crichton,' and a 9-reel Paramount production, continues to draw capacity houses at the Coronet Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-02-16
Summary:

Male and Female,' the film version of Sir James Barrie's great play 'the Admirable Crichton' continues to draw large crowds to the Coronet Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-03-09
Summary:

Male and Female,' the film version of Sir James Barrie's great play 'the Admirable Crichton' shows at the Kowloon Theatre for last time this evening.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-10
Summary:

Way Down East,' a production of David Wark Griffith based on the old play by Lottie Blair Parker, will come to the Coronet Theatre on Monday. David Wark Griffith is known for 'The Birth of a Nation,' 'Intolerance,' 'Broken Blossoms,' and 'Hearts of the…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-11-10
Summary:

Way Down East,' directed by D. W. Griffith, will be at the Coronet Theatre beginning Monday. The film is starred by Lillian Gish. Production summary included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-11-14
Summary:

There is a big rush to see 'Way Down East' at the Coronet Theatre, which is directed by D. W. Griffith and starred by Lillian Gish. Short review and plot summary included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-15
Summary:

Way Down East,' a production of D. W. Griffith, is drawing record audiences to the Coronet Theatre. It is just one of those simple, human stories whose British prototypes are 'East Lynne' and 'The Lights o' London.'

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Headline: Way Down East'
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-11-15
Summary:

Way Down East,' the Griffith masterpiece which is still proving an irresistibly magnetic attraction at the Coronet.

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Headline: Way Down East'
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-16
Summary:

It is mentioned that 'Way Down East,' the great Griffith film, is showing to crowded audiences at the Coronet Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-17
Summary:

The music of 'Way Down East' arrived on Tuesday, and that explains why last night's presentation of 'Way Down East' at the Coronet Theatre was a sheer triumph. It is noted that Mr. Ray got into touch at once with the headquarters of the distributing firm in America and…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-18
Summary:

Way Down East,' directed by Griffith, has been crowding the Coronet Theatre all this week.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-11-18
Summary:

The new Griffith's 'Way Down East,' now showing in Coronet Theatre, ranks one of this master producer's very best. Plot and production highlights included.