A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-04-04
Summary:

The high standard of excellence at which the Coronet has always aimed and has succeeded in well establishing is sustained by the pleasing programme being given tonight and tomorrow. This includes an absorbing drama entitled 'The Children of the House.' Film synopsis included. In…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-11-05
Summary:

The Shell Game' is another remarkable Metro production. It was screened at the Coronet last night to a good audience when an additional attraction was provided in the string hand from the s.s. Colombia. Another acceptable item in last night's programme was a Rolin comedy in which the…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-11-17
Summary:

The Come Back,' now being shown at the Coronet, is another Metro production. Film synopsis included. As a story, the film is rather stereotyped, but there are numerous passages providing plenty of humour and excitement. To add to the attractiveness of the programme, there is a Harold Lloyd…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-12-22
Summary:

The popularity of cinemas will be enhanced this festive week and the management of the Coronet Theatre, ever cognizant of the needs of the public, have led the way with an arrangement for a number of super productions which, cramped into the span of a week's screening, will provide…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-04-12
Summary:

Yesterday was commenced the first two episodes of 'Pirate Gold' at the Coronet, and, as promised by the management, the film is a welcome departure from the usual serial story hitherto shown in Hong Kong. Of the dramatic variety, the film is relieved by flashes of humour which come and…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-03-24
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is going to screen a melodrama entitled 'Fair Lady' this evening. The story is based on Rex Beach's novel 'The Net.' Dramatic interest is sustained until the very end and a great climax caps the many thrills.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-03-25
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is going to screen a melodrama entitled 'Fair Lady.' The story is based on Rex Beach's novel 'The Net.' The action of the film is laid on the island of Sicily.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-03-27
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is going to screen the film version of Rex Beach's novel 'The Net,' entitled 'Fair Lady,' for the last time this evening. The picture will be shown along with a two-part comedy entitled 'Stolen Glory.'