A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-04-19 - 1920-04-24
Summary:

British Gazette No. 623, Goldwyn's funny 5 parts, Mabel Normand in 'Upstairs.' Charlie Chaplin in his fourth million dollar comedy 'A Day's Pleasure.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-04-19 - 1920-04-22
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., the fourth big programme, the first-class attractions in one bill, Charlie Chaplin in his fourth million-dollar comedy, 'A Day's Please,' Mabel Normand in five delicious reels of Goldwyn comedy, 'Upstairs' and Pathe's British Gazette…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-04-19 - 1920-04-19
Summary:

For one week, commencing tonight, the Coronet presents the fourth programme of its super season, two big attractions in one bill, Charlie Chaplin in his fourth million-dollar picture, 'A Day's Pleasure' and Mabel Normand in 'Upstairs.' Book early if you would avoid…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-04-19
Summary:

The management of the Coronet claims that in the fourth special programme of their 'Super-season' they are presenting the most attractive picture that has yet been thrown upon a cinema screen in the Colony. The first item is the ever-popular Pathe Gazette, which shows Carpentier just…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-04-19 - 1920-04-22
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., the fourth big programme, Charlie Chaplin in 'A Day's Pleasure' and Mabel Normand in 5 reels of Goldwyn comedy, 'Upstairs.' Also Pathe's British Gazette No. 623.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-04-20
Summary:

Two splendid pictures new from the double attraction at the Coronet. The first is 'Upstairs' with Mabel, which is supported by a Charlie Chaplin comedy named 'A Day's Pleasure.' Mabel Normand, the tomboy in 'Mickey' is in the 'Upstairs.' Film synopsis…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-04-20
Summary:

A Day's Pleasure,' and 'Upstairs' is funning in the enjoyable programme at the Coronet. Film reviews included. In addition, Georges Carpentier illustrates in 'The Gazette' his knockout blow to Beckett. The programme will be repeated tonight.

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Headline: Coronet Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-04-22
Summary:

A crowded house laughed itself hoarse at the Coronet Theatre last night in Charlie Chaplin 'A Day's Pleasure.' Almost equaling the Chaplin picture in humour is 'Upstairs' with Mabel Normand in the principal part.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-04-23 - 1920-04-24
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., 1. overture, Coronet orchestra; 2. Pathe's British Gazette No. 623; 3. Goldwyn presents Mabel Normand in 'Upstairs'; 4. Charlie Chaplin in his fourth million-dollar comedy, 'A Day's Pleasure.' Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-04-23 - 1920-04-24
Summary:

Last three nights of Charlie Chaplin in 'A Day's Pleasure' and Mabel Normand in 'Upstairs.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-04-24 - 1920-04-24
Summary:

Last three nights of Charlie Chaplin in 'A Day's Pleasure' and Mabel Normand in 'Upstairs.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-20 - 1921-08-20
Summary:

Wherever moving pictures are shown the name of D. W. Griffith is a name to conjure with! A new Griffith production is a screen event of the first importance. You remember the splendours of 'Intolerance' and that masterpiece, unforgettable 'Hearts of the World,' 'Way Down…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-14 - 1921-10-15
Summary:

Mabel Normand in 'Upstairs,' Snub Comedy and British Gazette.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-10-15 - 1921-10-15
Summary:

Tonight at 5.45 and 9.15, Mabel Normand in 'Upstairs.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-10-15 - 1921-10-15
Summary:

Tonight at 5.45 and 9.15, Mabel Normand in 'Upstairs.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-20
Summary:

The other week were published in the North-China Daily News particularly relating to the unaccountably early showing of two Charlie Chaplin features in Shanghai, 'The Kid' last summer and 'The Idle Class' during the present month. It was shown that Ramos Amusements Ltd. had…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-16
Summary:

The famous Griffith picture 'Way Down East' was surrendered this month to Mr. George Mooser, representative of the United Artists Corporation. It marked the first victory of the United Artists Corporation in the fight being waged against motion picture film piracy. For background…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-07-13
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is going to screen 'The Romance of Happy Valley,' today. The film is written by Griffith, the same master hand of other films like 'The Birth of a Nation,' 'Intolerance' and 'Way Down East.' Lillian Gish is the lead actress.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-04
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-09-09 - 1922-09-09
Summary:

Like our competitors, we are showing tonight a 1919 production. But 1919 was a Goldwyn year and Tom Moore's greatest year! In 1919, Tom Moore working with Goldwyn produced 'Upstairs,' 'Lord and Lady Algy,' 'The Cinderella Man' and tonight's Coronet film…