A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-07-26
Summary:

The racing film-drama, 'Master Bob,' has been attracting large and appreciative houses to the Bijou Theatre. Other interesting items in the current programme are a very beautiful scenic film 'The Valley of Val Furva,' two sets of war pictures and a comic picture 'The…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-01-09
Summary:

A reminder is given that there will be cinematograph performance for members of the Peak Club and their friends on Wednesday. The main features of which will be War films. Surplus profits will be devoted to War Charities Admission.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1917-02-15
Summary:

A Cinematograph Performance is being given at the Peak Club at 9:15 p.m. tomorrow when some very interesting War Films will be exhibited. The surplus proceeds will be devoted to War Charities.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-03-17
Summary:

The Bijou Theatre has a most attractive weekend programme. In addition to the serial, there is a war graphic depicting the landing of the survivors of Lusitania, etc, the recruiting scenes witnessed subsequently, and several comic pictures.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-05-16
Summary:

Tonight at the Bijou Theatre, a great modern drama will be screened, entitled 'Honour Before Wealth,' in three parts. This is an exceptionally good film and picture lovers should not miss seeing it. The programme also concludes a detective drama entitled 'The Trunk Mystery,'…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-05-16
Summary:

At the Bijou Theatre a modern 3-part drama 'Honour before Wealth' will be screened. The programme includes a detective drama 'The Trunk Mystery' and Keystone Comics.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-01-21
Summary:

This afternoon, at 5.15, the Victoria Theatre has a big attraction, for 'Quo Vadis?' is to be screened. This magnificent picture is in seven parts. For tonight, there is a splendid programme, including the third and fourth episodes of 'The Great Secret,' as well as Pathe…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-03-11
Summary:

Last night, the Coronet Theatre provided screening of 'The Bungalow Bungle,' Charlie Chaplin's 'Shanghaied,' Max Linder and his adventures, war pictures.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-03-13
Summary:

The Devil,' a production of Associated Producers' starring George Arliss, will be presented at the Coronet Theatre this evening. It is noted that the film is directed by James Young. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-03-14
Summary:

In happy contrast with the dramatic force of 'The Devil' is the joyous abandon of 'The Suitor' in the Coronet Theatre's current programme. Larry Semon appears in the comedy.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-03-15
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is currently showing 'The Devil' featuring Mr. George Arliss, and 'The Suitor' featuring Larry Semon. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-03-15
Summary:

The current programme in the Coronet Theatre includes: 'The Devil' and 'The Suitor.' Larry Semon takes the title role in the latter one.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-03-17
Summary:

The Devil,' a First National film, is now being shown at the Coronet Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-03-18
Summary:

The Devil,' in which Mr. George Anliss [sic] plays the leading part, will be shown at the Coronet Theatre this evening for the last time.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-10-05
Summary:

Hongkong is invited to go to 'The Devil,' at the Coronet tonight. The film starred George Arliss.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-10-05
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is going to screen 'The Devil,' featuring Mr. George Arliss, tonight. The film is set-up in a beautiful and bizarre manner, notably the Devil's bal masque at which a unique 'Dance of Hades' is presented. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-12-30
Summary:

Little Lord Fauntleroy,' starring Mary Pickford, finishes its run at the Coronet Theatre on Sunday. It is announced that, next week's attraction will be 'Disraeli.' 'Disraeli' is a film version of the famous play of that name by Louis N. Parker. Mr. George Arliss,…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-12-30
Summary:

As 'Little Lord Fauntleroy' featuring Mary Pickford finishes its run at the Coronet Theatre, 'Disraeli,' a film version of a play of that name by Louis N. Parker becomes the next week's attraction at the Coronet. Featuring the charming view of life, the film is based on…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-01-16
Summary:

Throughout the week, Coronet Theatre is screening 'Disraeli' featuring George Arliss who is famous for his performance in 'The Devil.' He is well supported by Mrs. Arliss.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-17
Summary:

The Ruling Passion,' in which George Arliss takes the leading role, will be shown at the Coronet Theatre for the last time tomorrow. It is noted that George Arliss has previous been appeared on the screen in 'Disraeli' and 'The Devil.' Film synopsis included.