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: 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: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-09-05
Summary:

Don't fail to see Mary Pickford in 'Pollyanna.' This is Miss Pickford's first photoplay since she joined the 'Big Four.' It is being released by the United Artists Corporation and will be shown at the Coronet Theatre beginning tonight. Film plot included. If you…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-09-06
Summary:

Until next week, Coronet Theatre is going to screen 'Pollyanna' featuring Mary Pickford. The story is simply told one, instead of being a thriller. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-09-06
Summary:

Pollyanna' is a story of a happy little girl. Mary Pickford has one of those parts in which she always excels – and her acting as Pollyanna, the glad little girl, is just as good as anything she has ever done before. It is to be shown at The Coronet until Saturday.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-09-07
Summary:

Pollyanna, with Mary Pickford, met with general approval when presented at the Coronet last night. Miss Pickford thinks herself that this is the best child part she has ever done for the screen. Speaking of the philosophy propounded in the play, the film star explained the glad game. 'It…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-09-08
Summary:

Mary Pickford in Pollyanna appears for the last day at the Coronet. Those who have not seen this charming comedy of youth should not miss the final screenings, as the story is remarkably pretty and really homelike. The photography and direction of 'Pollyanna' are both high-class, and…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-02-23
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-10
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Headline: Betty Compson
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-16
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-21
Summary:

To Have and to Hold' is a new Paramount film which comes to the Coronet Theatre this evening. The film starred Betty Compson and Bert Lytell. The story is based on a book written by Mary Johnstone [sic]. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-08-21
Summary:

Adventure is the keynote of 'To Have and to Hold,' the big picture which comes to the Coronet Theatre this evening. Based upon the novel by Mary Johnstone [sic], 'To Have and to Hold,' is staged in the time of James I, when adventure was to be had for the seeking. Film…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-22
Summary:

To Have and to Hold,' the big adventure film is still arousing keen interest in the Coronet Theatre. Thrilling incidents abound.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-08-22
Summary:

Coronet Theatre continues to screen 'To Have and to Hold.' The film exhibits scenes from England and the new colony of Virginia.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-08-22
Summary:

An exciting story, fine staging, brilliant acting and skillful filming – these are the elements that combine to make the Coronet Theatre's current attraction, 'To Have and to Hold,' a notable production in every sense of the world. Film plot included. The acting is in the hands of…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-23
Summary:

Showing at the Coronet Theatre again today is the great adventure film 'To Have and to Hold,' made by Paramount from the novel of the same name by Mary Johnstone [sic]. The leading players are Betty Compson and Bert Lytell.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-23
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-08-23
Summary:

Saturday always being a special day for cinema-goers, it is fitting that the Coronet Theatre should be showing this afternoon and this evening the adventure film 'To Have and to Hold.' Made by Paramount from the novel by Mary Johnstone [sic], 'To Have and to Hold' is a…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-25
Summary:

Local cinema-goers have their last opportunity this evening of seeing the great adventure film 'To Have and to Hold' which has been drawing interested audiences to the Coronet Theatre during the past few days.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-08-25
Summary:

Local cinema-goers have their last opportunity this evening of seeing the great adventure film 'To Have and to Hold,' which has been drawing interested audiences to the Coronet Theatre during the past few days.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-30