A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-11-17
Summary:

The Come Back,' the principal item in the Coronet Theatre programme, is thoroughly deserving of the crowded houses it is drawing nightly. Harold Lockwood and May Allison have done an excellent work in the leading parts. Film plot included. The programme also includes Harold Lloyd's…

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Headline: Coronet Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-12-16
Summary:

The last chance of seeing Anatole France's great work 'Thais' will be given to patrons of the Coronet Theatre tonight. Some magnificent acting is seen by Mary Garden. Film plot included. Pathe's news pictures are very interesting. Local boxers will be interested in the films…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-01-29
Summary:

By special request 'De Luxe Annie' is to be repeated tonight at the Coronet Theatre. Friday will be the last performance of 'Dodging a Million.' On Tuesday next, 'The Better ‘Ole' will be shown. It was produced in England, and written by Captain Bruce Bairnsfather…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-02-03
Summary:

The enterprising Coronet management has secured a British photoplay and this popular little theatre will be filled tonight, for the picture is no other than 'The Better ‘Ole,' adapted from the play which had such a successful run at the Oxford Theatre in London and which in turn had…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-02-05
Summary:

On Friday at 11 a.m., a special gala performance will be given to the great British picture 'The Better ‘ole' at the Coronet Theatre. Fifty percent of the proceeds are to be devoted to a fund to be announced.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-02-06
Summary:

Tuesday saw the commencement of the world renowned play by Captain Bruce Bairnsfather and Captain Arthur Eliot entitled 'The Better ‘Ole.' This film has the distinction of not only eclipsing all English records for a photoplay, but also of having made more money for the Strand Theatre…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-02-07
Summary:

His Excellency the Governor was present at the Coronet Theatre yesterday morning when 'The Better ‘Ole' was screened. His Excellency expressed himself as well-pleased with the picture. The children of the Garrison School were invited.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-02-07
Summary:

Bairnsfather's 'The Better Ole' is to be screened again tonight. It is advised to book seats, as latecomers are being turned away from full houses. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-04-09
Summary:

Here is a picture that should break all records in attendance. It fairly bristles with good features, the chief one being the star, Geraldine Farrar. 'Shadows' is at the Coronet. In addition to it, there is an interesting Pathe News, showing scenes from London, California and Paris,…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-05-01
Summary:

The Crimson Gardenia' is the most perfect film that the Coronet has yet screened. The musical programme that the Coronet orchestra supplies to accompany it is on the same high level. Owen Moore gives a good account of himself. In addition to it, there is a striking Pathe Newsreel and a…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-10-17
Summary:

Scarlet Pimpernel,' from Baroness Orczy's novel, was shown on the screen at the World Theatre. Dustin Farnum and Winifred Kingston take the main roles in the film. Film synopsis included. Pathe News and two good comedies are also in the programme.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-20
Summary:

This week's attraction in the Coronet Theatre is 'The Kid.' The fame of Charlie Chaplin's masterpiece preceded it and it was little wonder the 'little house' was packed yesterday.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-24
Summary:

The final screening of 'The Kid' will take place at the Coronet Theatre tonight. At the same time, 'The Last of the Mohicans,' 'The Leopard Woman' (starring Louise Glaum) are two other films will be shown during the Xmas holidays. Apart from it, Mr. Ray managed to…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-29
Summary:

Recently the Coronet New Year attraction includes 'The Kid' and 'The Brat.' Charlie Chaplin will be seen in the former one, while Nazimova in the latter. In addition, Nazimova has played in productions like 'Toys of Fate,' 'Eye for Eye,' and 'The Red…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-31
Summary:

The Brat,' starring Nazimova, will be shown at the Coronet Theatre tonight. Nazimova has participated in 'Revelation' and 'The Red Lantern.' Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-01-11
Summary:

Fair and Warmer' is now available at the Coronet Theatre. The leading role of the film is taken by May Allison. Besides, on Thursday and Friday, Charlie Chaplin's 'The Kid' will be shown again.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-01-12
Summary:

Charlie Chaplin's 'The Kid' will be shown again at the Coronet Theatre this evening.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-01-12
Summary:

This evening will be the last opportunity to see Charlie Chaplin's 'The Kid' at the Coronet Theatre in Hongkong.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-02-04
Summary:

The management of the Coronet Theatre has seized the opportunity presented by the strike and will screen Charlie Chaplin's 'The Kid' again this evening.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-16