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: 1924-05-07
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is screening the film version of Victor Hugo's great romance 'The Hunchback of Notre Dame' which is drawing large audiences. The entertainment is multiplied by the fine music of the Coronet Theatre Orchestra.

102
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-07
Summary:

Phenomenal is the only word that can be found to describe the success in Hongkong of 'The Hunchback of Notre Dame,' the great film version of Victor Hugo's famous novel. Lon Chaney's study of the Hunchback Quasimodo is one of the triumphs of the movies. 'The Hunchback of…

103
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-08 - 1924-05-08
Summary:

2.30, 7 and 9.20 p.m., 'The Hunchback of Notre Dame.' Today and tomorrow at 5.15, for two matinees only, Richard Ganthony's famous romantic comedy drama, 'A Message from Mars.' May 8 Remarks: Another ad. on page 6. Bert Lytell in 'A Message from Mars.'

104
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-08
Summary:

Judging from the hundreds who have already seen 'The Hunchback of Notre Dame,' one would imagine that every cinema-goer in the Colony has visited the Coronet Theatre during the last few days were it not that after its record run the picture is still as popular as ever. This film…

105
Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-09 - 1924-05-10
Summary:

Last day of 'The Hunchback of Notre Dame.' Note the times: 2.30, 7 and 9.20 p.m. 5.15 p.m. only, Bert Lytell in 'A Message from Mars.'

106
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-09 - 1924-05-09
Summary:

Your last chance of seeing 'The Hunchback of Notre Dame' is tonight as the film leaves for Shanghai tomorrow per S. S. Szechuen. Times of performance: 2.30, 7 and 9.20.

107
Headline: Last Chance
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-09
Summary:

The Hunchbback of Notre Dame,' a Victor Hugo's romance has been drawing large crowds at Coronet Theatre.

108
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-05-09
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is going to screen the film version of Victor Hugo's romance 'The Hunchback of Notre Dame' for the last time this evening.

109
Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-10 - 1924-05-10
Summary:

It was by no means an easy matter to choose a picture to follow 'The Hunchback'! After carefully considering the claims of 'One Arabian Night,' 'Peacock Alley,' 'Suds,' 'Kindred of the Dust' and a dozen other first-class attractions in our…

110
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-10
Summary:

From Victor Hugo's romance 'The Hunchback of Notre Dame' to 'Ponjola,' Coronet has taken both of them wisely. First National's 'Ponjola' is starred by Anna Q. Nilsson and James Kirkwood. Film synopsis included.

111
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-05-10
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is screening 'The Hunchback of Notre Dame' exhibiting medieval Paris and 'Ponjola' showing modern South Africa. The former is based on Victor Hugo's romance and the latter is the film version of the recent novel of the same name.

112
Headline: Ponjola'
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-12
Summary:

Photoplays need not all be as magnificent as Victor Hugo's 'The Hunchback of Notre Dame.' 'Ponjola' is the screen version of Cynthia Stockley's novel of the same name, starring Anna Q. Nillson, as the current attraction of Coronet.

113
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-05-12
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is screening Victor Hugo's romance 'The Hunchback of Notre Dame' which is followed by the screening of the film version of Cynthia Stockley's novel of the same name 'Ponjola.' The film stars Anna Q. Nillson [sic] and captures the author's strong…

114
Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-05-18 - 1924-05-19
Summary:

Last two days of 'The Hunchback of Notre Dame' at 2.30, 7 and 9.20. At 5.15 p.m., Bert Lytell in 'A Message from Mars.'

115
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-05-30 - 1924-06-02
Summary:

Commencing 30th May to 2nd June at 5.15 & 9.15 p.m., 'Youth to Youth' with Billie Dove. At 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., a Fox serial, 'Bride 13,' epis. 9 & 10. Usual prices. Booking at Theatre.

116
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-30 - 1924-05-31
Summary:

Commencing 30th May to 2nd June at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. 'Youth to Youth,' an unbeatable combination played by a distinguished cast, headed by Billie Dove at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. Also a Fox serial, 'The Bride 13' episodes 9 and 10. Usual prices. Booking at theatre.

117
Headline: Cinema Notes
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-30
Summary:

Youth to Youth' is the current attraction at the Queen's Theatre till Monday. The film was starred by Billie Dove and Cullen Landis. 'Suds,' starred by Mary Pickford, will be shown at the Coronet till Sunday

118
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-05-30
Summary:

Queen's Theatre is screening 'Youth to Youth' featuring Billie Dove and Cullen Landis, till Monday. The film exhibits Parisian and New York modiste's art. Film synopsis included.

119
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-30
Summary:

Youth to Youth,' which will be presented at the Queen's Theatre from tonight till Monday, tells a wholesome and entertaining story of the troubles of a musical comedy star whose reputation is being damaged by unjust scandal. Film plot included. Billie Dove as the actress gives a…

120
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-30 - 1924-06-02
Summary:

Commencing 30th May to 2nd June at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'Youth to Youth,' an unbeatable combination played by a distinguished cast, headed by Billie Dove. At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., a Fox serial, the 'Bride 13' episodes 9 and 10. Usual prices. Booking at Theatre.