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: 1920-05-27 - 1920-05-31
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'Virtuous Men' in 7 parts. May 27 Remarks: Ad. on page 5. No film title mentioned. May 28 Remarks: Ad. on page 5. Film reviews included. May 31 Remarks: Also showing 'Elmo, the Mighty' episodes 9 and 10 at 7.15 p.m. On page 5, another ad. on…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-05-28 - 1920-05-31
Summary:

What constitutes virtue in a man? May 28-29 remarks: The greatest melodrama of the year 'Virtuous Men' in 7 parts, 'Jerry's Red Hot Trail' and 'Appletime in Evangeline's Land.' May 31 remarks: 'Aladdin.' May 31 remarks: 'Elmo the Mighty…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-05-28 - 1920-05-28
Summary:

Film review of 'Virtuous Men.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-05-28 - 1920-05-29
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., the greatest melodrama of the year, 'Virtuous Men' in 7 parts. Also 'Jerry's Red Hot Trail' and 'Apple Time in Evangeline's Land.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-05-28 - 1920-05-28
Summary:

The biggest melodrama of the year, 'Virtuous Men.' Showing tonight at the Coronet supplies the answer: the only virtue man can possess that is worthy of his manhood is courage. When you've seen the play, you'll agree with the sent with the sentiment. Illustration included.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-05-28
Summary:

Virtuous Men,' the Coronet's latest super film, is an ambitious production. It is under the direction of Ralph Ince. The cast includes such well-known names as E. K. Lincoln, Grace Darling, Robert W. Cummings, William B. Mack and Danny Hayes. Film synopsis included. In addition, the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-05-31 - 1920-05-31
Summary:

The liveliest scrap since Farnum's in 'When a Man Sees Red' and a fine exposition of the only manly virtue that counts in 'Virtuous Men.' Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 at the Coronet. In response to many requests, 'Aladdin' will be again screened for one performance…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-05-31 - 1920-05-31
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'Virtuous Men' in 7 parts. At 7.15 p.m., 'Elmo the Mighty' episodes 9 and 10.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-06-01 - 1920-06-01
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 p.m., 'Aladdin.' At 9.15 p.m., last showing of 'Virtuous Men.'

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-06-01 - 1920-06-01
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15, special performance of 'Aladdin.' At 9.15 p.m., last showing of 'Virtuous Men.' June 1 Remarks: Another ad. on page 11.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-06-01 - 1920-06-01
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 p.m., 'Aladdin.' At 9.15 p.m., last showing of 'Virtuous Men.'

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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: 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: 1922-11-01 - 1922-11-02
Summary:

Way Down East' is here!

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-02
Summary:

Charlie Chaplin, in the flesh, will be in Hongkong next March, accompanied by Mary Pickford and Douglas Fairbanks. Efforts will also be made to induce D. W. Griffith to join the party. This news was given yesterday by Mr. George Mooser, a well-known play producer and film manager. He is the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-02
Summary:

In the motion picture production of 'Way Down East,' David W. Griffith spent ten months to take the scenes. Moreover, the producer has followed closely the original stage drama tale of Lottie Blair Parker and Joseph R. Grismer, and the elaborations occur in the visualising the big…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-03 - 1922-11-03
Summary:

Where will 'Way Down East' be shown?