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: 1923-11-24
Summary:

Cinderella's Twin,' with Viola Dana, will continue at the Coronet until Sunday. The next big Coronet film will be 'Orphans of the Storm,' which is now in course of preparation. Bookings for the coming months include Norma Talmadge in the 'The Eternal Flame,' Wesley…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-12-19
Summary:

Norma Talmadge in 'The Eternal Flame,' a drama of Old France, appears for the last time at the Coronet today. The Coronet management announces the early presentation of 'Penrod,' the film made from Booth Tarkington's now famous boy stories that ran in the Cosmopolitan…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-12-21 - 1923-12-21
Summary:

With its present programme the Coronet strikes its usual Xmas note of comedy! Today, tomorrow and Sunday, the principal film is Mack Sennett's eight-reel dramatic farce, 'A Small Town Idol.' Next week, from Monday to Thursday, we have all the kids in filmland in Booth Tarkington…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-12-21
Summary:

The Coronet announced an all-comedy programme for the next week. Including 'Penrod' starred by Wesley Barry, which is based on Tarkington's boy stories; Constance Talmadge's 'Dangerous Business' is scheduled to follow; 'A Small Town Idol' by Director Mack…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-12-21
Summary:

Coronet management has decided to screen only comedy programs throughout the festive weeks. Currently the theatre is screening a Mack Sennett attraction, entitled 'A Small Town Idol,' featuring Ben Turpin. The Christmas attraction proper will be 'Penrod' with Wesley Barry and…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-12-22 - 1923-12-22
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, tomorrow at 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Mack Sennett presents 'A Small Town Idol,' featuring Ben Turpin, Phyllis Haver and Marie Prevost. Monday, December 24 (Xmas Eve), Wesley Barry in 'Penrod.' Friday, December 29th, Constance Talmadge in '…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-12-27
Summary:

For the last time today, Coronet Theatre is going to screen 'Penrod' featuring Freckles [sic] Barry. Constance Talmadge's comedy 'Dangerous Business' is scheduled to follow.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-12-28 - 1923-12-28
Summary:

The Coronet: Constance Talmadge in 'Dangerous Business,' a First National attraction, and Buster Keaton in 'One Week.' The Star: Tonight & Sat. at 5.30 & 9.15, Nell Shipman in 'The Girl from God's Country.' The Grand: Tonight only at 9.15 p.m., H. B.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-12-28 - 1923-12-31
Summary:

Constance Talmadge in 'Dangerous Business.' Together with Buster Keaton in 'One Week.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-12-28
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is screening a comedy entitled 'Dangerous Business' featuring Constance Talmadge and Kenneth Harlan. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-12-28
Summary:

Dangerous Business,' Constance Talmadge's latest feature, comes to the Coronet today, has a highly original story. Film plot included. Kenneth Harlan, in support, gives a convincing performance. 'Dangerous Business' makes excellent fare for the present season and is sure to…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-12-29 - 1923-12-29
Summary:

The Coronet: Constance Talmadge in 'Dangerous Business,' a First National attraction, and Buster Keaton in 'One Week.' The Star: Tonight at 5.30 & 9.15, Nell Shipman in 'The Girl from God's Country.' The Grand: Tonight till Mon. at 9.15 p.m., Anita Stewart…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-12-29
Summary:

Connie [sic] Talmadge is capturing all hearts at the Coronet with her intriguing presentation of a spoilt beauty who plays with fire once too often. Of course, the film is humorous. Buster Keaton has a rough time in 'One Week.' He apparently is no more successful at home building than…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-12-31 - 1923-12-31
Summary:

The Coronet: Last performances today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15, Constance Talmadge in 'Dangerous Business,' a First National attraction, and Buster Keaton in 'One Week.' The Star: Tonight at 5.30 & 9.15, Izako, Russian Court Conjurer and Grace Darmond in 'The…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-12-31 - 1923-12-31
Summary:

Last performances today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Constance Talmadge in 'Dangerous Business.' Together with Buster Keaton in 'One Week.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-01-04 - 1924-01-04
Summary:

The Coronet: Last day today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15, Laurette Taylor in 'Peg o' My Heart.' Illustration included. The Star: Tonight only at 5.30 & 9.15, Constance Talmadge in 'Dangerous Business,' and Buster Keaton in 'One Week.' The Grand: Tonight…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-04 - 1924-01-04
Summary:

There is always a good show at Coronet: Last day today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Laurette Taylor in 'Peg o' My Heart.' Illustration included. The Star: Tonight only at 5.30 and 9.15, Constance Talmadge in 'Dangerous Business' and Buster Keaton in 'One Week…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-01-09
Summary:

Coronet Theatre conducted a Popular Pictures voting contest with a prize of $50. Among the voting for two hundreds film, the following films were consider as the most popular selections, which included: 'Shoulder Arms,' 'Quo Vadis,' 'My Four Years in Germany,'…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-07-14 - 1925-07-14
Summary:

Pictures include Jackie Coogan in 'My Boy'; Wesley Barry in 'Penrod'; Dick [sic] Barthelmess in 'Tol'able David'; Constance Talmadge in 'Dangerous Business'; Mildred Harris in 'Old Dad'; Anita Stewart in 'Midnight Romance';…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-07-22 - 1925-07-22
Summary:

Change of programme daily, today at the Coronet at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Wesley Barry in 'Penrod.' Today at the Star at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., Constance Talmadge in 'Dangerous Business.'