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: 1921-08-20 - 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: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-08-11 - 1922-08-11
Summary:

The Coronet: At 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Constance Talmadge in 'Two Weeks.' Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9.15 p.m., University of California Jazz Band at the Special Dance. Tickets $2 at Moutrie's.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-11 - 1922-08-11
Summary:

By this time tomorrow, all Hongkong will be talking about 'Two Weeks,' featuring Constance Talmadge, 6 reels, a First National attraction.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-11 - 1922-08-11
Summary:

The Coronet: 2.30, 6.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Constance Talmadge in 'Two Weeks.' Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9.15 p.m., University of California jazz band at the special dance. Tickets $2 at Moutrie's.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-11
Summary:

Two Weeks,' starring Constance Talmadge, will be screened at the Coronet Theatre this evening. It is noted that, despite its title, 'Two Weeks' is no picturized version of a novel by that eminent portrayer of life's purple patches, Victoria Cross. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-08-11
Summary:

Two Weeks,' a picturised version of a novel by Victoria Cross, is the new attraction at the Coronet. The charming Constance Talmadge is in the chief role. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-08-11 - 1922-08-11
Summary:

The Coronet: 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Constance Talmadge in 'Two Weeks.' Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9.15 p.m., University of California Jazz Band at the special dance. Tickets $2 at Moutrie's.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-08-12 - 1922-08-12
Summary:

The Coronet: At 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Constance Talmadge in 'Two Weeks.' Kowloon Theatre: At 5.45 & 9.15, Jackie Coogan in 'Peck's Bad Boy.'

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-12 - 1922-08-12
Summary:

Lots of fun for everyone, Constance Talmadge in six saucy reels of side-splitting farcical comedy, 'Two Weeks.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-12 - 1922-08-12
Summary:

The Coronet: 2.30, 6.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Constance Talmadge in 'Two Weeks.' Kowloon Theatre: At 5.45 and 9.15, Jackie Coogan in 'Peck's Bad Boy.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-12
Summary:

Two Weeks,' a comedy featuring Constance Talmadge, is being screened at the Coronet Theatre just now. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-08-12
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is going to screen a comedy entitled 'Two Weeks' featuring Constance Talmadge. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-08-12 - 1922-08-12
Summary:

The Coronet: 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Constance Talmadge in 'Two Weeks.' Kowloon Theatre: At 5.45 and 9.15, Jackie Coogan in 'Peck's Bad Boy.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-14
Summary:

Two Weeks,' in which Constance Talmadge takes the leading role, charmed the audiences at the Coronet Theatre last week. Her sister, Norma Talmadge, takes charge today in 'She Loves and Lies.' Besides, 'The Way of a Woman' and 'The Sign on the Door' will be…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-08-18 - 1922-08-18
Summary:

The Coronet: At 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, 'The Devil to Pay.' Kowloon Theatre: Constance Talmadge in 'Two Weeks,' and 'Snub' Pollard in 'The Corner Pocket.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-18 - 1922-08-18
Summary:

The Coronet: Tonight till Sunday, a Robert Brunton production, 'The Devil to Pay.' Illustration included. Kowloon Theatre: Tonight and Saturday, captivating Connie in 'Two Weeks.'