A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-05-25
Summary:

Katherine MacDonald capitalised as the 'American Beauty' has certainly made an auspicious start as a First National star in 'The Thunderbolt,' an original creation by J. Grubb Alexander, which is the current attraction at the Coronet. She is supported by Thomas Meighan,…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-05-17
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is going to screen 'The Penalty' this evening. The film is written by Gouverneur Morris, staged by Rex Beach and produced by Goldwyn. Lon Chaney is playing the leading role, who also played a key role in 'The Miracle Man.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-08-17
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is going to screen 'The Devil to Pay' featuring Joseph Dowling who made himself famous in 'The Miracle Man.' Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-06-30
Summary:

Next week Coronet Theatre is going to screen 'Bob Hampton of Placer.' The management has given an invitation to Hongkong Boy Scouts to attend the performance on Tuesday and the Scouts will be present in uniform.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-07-02
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is currently screening 'Bob Hampton of Placer.' The film is produced by Marshall Neilan and is getting widespread appreciation from the audience. The film is gaining popularity for its spectacular scenes, top-notch performance by James Kirkwood, Noah Beery and Marjorie…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-07-04
Summary:

Tonight, Coronet Theatre is going to screen 'Bob Hampton of Placer' starring Wesley Barry. The film is produced by Marshall Neilan and is one of the most appealing dramas seen in the colony for quite a long time.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-03-24
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is going to screen a melodrama entitled 'Fair Lady' this evening. The story is based on Rex Beach's novel 'The Net.' Dramatic interest is sustained until the very end and a great climax caps the many thrills.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-03-25
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is going to screen a melodrama entitled 'Fair Lady.' The story is based on Rex Beach's novel 'The Net.' The action of the film is laid on the island of Sicily.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-03-27
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is going to screen the film version of Rex Beach's novel 'The Net,' entitled 'Fair Lady,' for the last time this evening. The picture will be shown along with a two-part comedy entitled 'Stolen Glory.'