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: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-05-16
Summary:

A speaking cinema film is said to have been invented at last. It was reported that a Swedish engineer, M. Sven [sic] Berglund, has invented a speaking film which ensures simultaneous production of sound and picture. Professor Arrhenius, the famous scientist and Nobel prize-winner, declares that…

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Headline: Warning
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-07-29 - 1921-07-29
Summary:

Notice is hereby given that the exclusive exhibition rights for China of the Charles Chaplin film called 'The Kid' is the property of the First National Exhibitors Circuit and that these rights have not been sold or leased to any person or firm in China. Proceedings will be taken…

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Headline: Warning
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-02 - 1921-08-17
Summary:

Notice is hereby given that the exclusive exhibition rights for China of the Charles Chaplin film called 'The Kid' is the property of the First National Exhibitors Circuit and that these rights have not been sold or leased to any person or firm in China. Proceedings will be taken…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-10-04
Summary:

According to the writer, Mr. Chaplin does not like being called 'Charlie' – that he prefers to be known as Charles. Besides, he is unquestionably the greatest comedian in the world. Recently, the film 'The Kid' should prove that Mr. Chaplin is both a leading international…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-12 - 1921-12-16
Summary:

The Coronet will show Charlie Chaplin's 'The Kid.' December 12-14 Remarks: It didn't mention the theatre's name.

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

The Kid' is coming!!

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-12
Summary:

Phenomenal business has been experienced by Northern cinemas fortunate enough to secure Charlie Chaplin's wonderful comedy, 'The Kid,' according to reports received locally. In Shanghai, it crowded the Victoria Theatre for two weeks at $2 per seat, and after a further four nights…

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

Reports from the North tell of phenomenal business for the cinemas that have been so fortunate as to secure Charlie Chaplin's wonderful comedy, 'The Kid.' In Shanghai, it crowded the Victoria Theatre for two weeks.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-13 - 1921-12-13
Summary:

Charlie Chaplin's greatest picture, 'The Kid.'