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: 1921-11-04 - 1921-11-05
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Anita Stewart in 'Her Kingdom of Dreams' and Topical Budget 525. Kowloon Theatre: Cinema dance tonight at 5.30 and 9 p.m. Pictures including Charles Ray in '45 Minutes from Broadway' and British Gazette. first-class dance floor…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-05
Summary:

The show last evening at the Kowloon Theatre commenced with a Pathe British Gazette after which half an hour's dancing was indulged in. Followed was 'Forty Five Minutes from Broadway,' in which Charles Ray takes the leading role.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-12 - 1921-11-12
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15 and 9.15, Alice Brady in 'His Bridal Night' and Harold Lloyd in 'Number, Please?' Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 5.45 and 9 p.m. only, 'The Make-Believe Wife.' Also Mack Sennett Comedy and Screen Magazine. Dancing after pictures.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-14 - 1921-11-14
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15 and 9.15, 'The Best of Luck,' 'Make It Snappy' and British Gazette. At 7.15 p.m. only, 'The Phantom Foe' episodes 3 and 4. Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9 p.m. only, 'The Make-Believe Wife.' Also Mack Sennett Comedy and…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-15 - 1921-11-15
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15 and 9.15, 'The Best of Luck,' 'Make It Snappy' and British Gazette. At 7.15 p.m. only, 'The Phantom Foe' episodes 3 and 4. Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9 p.m. only, Mabel Normand in 'Pinto.' Also ‘Snub' Comedy and…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-16 - 1921-11-16
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15 and 9.15, Will Rogers in 'Almost a Husband,' 'Fellow Romans' and Bray Cartoon. Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9 p.m. only, Mabel Normand in 'Pinto.' Also ‘Snub' Comedy and Screen Magazine. Dancing after pictures.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-17 - 1921-11-18
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15 and 9.15, Will Rogers in 'Almost a Husband,' 'Fellow Romans' and Bray Cartoon. Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9 p.m. only, Douglas Fairbanks in 'Arizona.' Also Screen Magazine and 'Wot Next?' [sic]. Dancing after pictures.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-01-14 - 1922-01-16
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, 'The Luck of the Irish' and 'Haunted Spooks.' Kowloon Theatre: Today at 5.45 and 9.15, 'Mirandy Smiles,' 'Uncle Tom Without a Cabin' and Screen Magazine. Best floor in the colony.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-08 - 1923-03-08
Summary:

Tonight till Saturday, Madge Kennedy in 'Baby Mine.' An entirely appropriate Mark Sennett comedy, 'It's a Boy.' Also an interesting screen magazine and our big orchestra.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-06-04 - 1923-06-04
Summary:

The Coronet: 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Mildred Harris in 'Old Dad.' Also 'Shanghai Races, May 1923' by Courtesy of B. A. T. and Screen Magazine. The Star: Tonight at 9.15, Adele Blood in 'Anna Christie.' Tickets: $3, $2 and $1. Booking at Moutrie's. 5.30…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-09 - 1924-01-09
Summary:

Probably the most gorgeous film play ever screened at a Hongkong cinema, 'Forbidden Fruit,' Cecil DeMille's special production for Paramount-Artcraft marks the commencement of a new era for the Star. It will be shown on Thursday, Friday and Saturday at super-production prices.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-10 - 1924-01-10
Summary:

There is always a good show at Coronet: Tonight, 'Are You a Failure?' and 'P. C. 511.' The Star: Tonight till Saturday at 5.30 and 9.15, 'Forbidden Fruit.' Prices: 5.30, $1.00 and 60 cents; 9.15, $1.50 and $1.00. The Grand: 9.15 p.m., Jackie Coogan in 'Trouble…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-10 - 1924-01-10
Summary:

Jesse L. Lasky presents Cecil DeMille's 'Forbidden Fruit' by Jeanie Macpherson, a Paramount picture. In order that Hongkong residents may be sure of obtaining accommodation, seats may be booked at the Star Ferry for both 5.30 and 9.15 shows. Prices: 5.30 p.m., $1.00 and 60 cents;…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-10
Summary:

Cecil de Mille has achieved a reputation as one of the best producers of the day: hence the announcement of the showing of 'Forbidden Fruit' at the Star will be received with interest. Agnes Ayres, the star, is noted for her stately presence, and in this film, she has been given plenty…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-10
Summary:

Advance reports speak exceedingly highly of the big picture 'Forbidden Fruit,' which will be shown at the Star Theatre shortly. Cecil de Mille, the producer, has achieved a big reputation as a maker of natural films. Agnes Ayres, the star who knows well how to wear elegant clothes, is…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-11 - 1924-01-11
Summary:

There is always a good show at Coronet: Starting tonight at 2.30, 5.15 and 9.15, D. W. Griffith's 'Birth of a Nation.' Illustration included. The Star: Today till Saturday at 5.30 and 9.15, 'Forbidden Fruit.' Prices: 5.30, $1.00 and 60 cents; 9.15, $1.50 and $1.00. The…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-11 - 1924-01-11
Summary:

Jesse L. Lasky presents Cecil DeMille's 'Forbidden Fruit' by Jeanie Macpherson, a Paramount picture. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-12 - 1924-01-12
Summary:

There is always a good show at Coronet: Starting tonight at 2.30, 5.15 and 9.15, D. W. Griffith's 'Birth of a Nation.' Illustration included. The Star: Today at 2.30, 5.30 and 9.15, 'Forbidden Fruit.' Prices: 5.30, $1.00 and 60 cents; 9.15, $1.50 and $1.00. The Grand:…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-12 - 1924-01-12
Summary:

Cecil DeMille presents his most gorgeous production, 'Forbidden Fruit' featuring Agnes Ayres. For the last time tonight at 2.30, 5.30 and 9.15 p.m. at the Star. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-12
Summary:

The Star has inaugurated their new policy with success, 'Forbidden Fruit,' the Cecil de Mille production, having been a good draw during the last day or two. The management announces that it has secured a number of good pictures, including Paramount releases, which have not been often…