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: 1919-10-03
Summary:

Quite the best picture play we have seen in Hongkong, 'Revelation.' Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-10-10
Summary:

Everyone who has not seen the famous old Drury Lane Melodrama 'Sporting Life' should go to the Coronet tonight to see it on the screen. Mr. Ray informs us he has more first-class pictures including 'Haunted Pyjamas' and 'The Blue Streak.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-10-11
Summary:

The Coronet was absolutely packed to the doors last evening when 'Sporting Life' was shown for the second night.

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Headline: Coronet Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-10-14
Summary:

Tonight marks the last performance of one of the best pictures ever seen in Hongkong 'Sporting Life.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-11-01
Summary:

The new picture at the Coronet 'The Auction Block,' is adapted from the novel of the same name by Rex Beach. Rubye De Remer is the feminine lead and the large cast including Florence Deshon, Dorothy Wheeler, Florence John, Tom Powers, Walter Hitchcock, Ned Burton, Charles Graham,…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-11-03
Summary:

The second performance of 'The Auction Block,' adapted from Rex Beach's social novel, was greeted by another packed house at the Coronet on Saturday night. A detailed review of the film is included. The film is to be repeated tonight and seats can be secured at Robinson's.…

67
Headline: Coronet Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-11-05
Summary:

A magazine story by Kenneth L. Roberts entitled 'Good Will and Almond Shells' forms the basis for the Metro five-reel feature, 'The Shell Game,' now being shown at the Coronet Theatre. Henry Kolker and Emmy Wehlen played the main roles. The supportive cast included Joseph…

68
Headline: At the Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-11-08
Summary:

Nazimova, the celebrated star, plays the role of a gipsy princess with the fiery, untrammelled nature of that picturesque race, in 'Toys of Fate.' It will be offered on the screen at the Coronet Theatre tonight. Film plot included.

69
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-11-08
Summary:

Dr. Lim Boon Keng, who is going to Amoy in connection with the University to be erected there, arrived in Hongkong. The Coronet Theatre was pleased to welcome Dr. Lim among its guests last evening. Dr. Lim is interested in cinematograph films and is Chairman of Directors of the Far Eastern Films…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-11-15
Summary:

Tonight at the Coronet, the performance will be open by the little orchestra. Following is an excellent topical film, with very interesting strike scenes in London and a beautiful Metro drama, 'The Comeback' featuring the late Harold Lockwood. Furthermore, there's the latest…

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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…

72
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-11-22
Summary:

Norma Talmadge, who reached the heights of filmdom with the Vitagraph and Triangle companies, will make her first appearance as a Selznick-Pictures star at the Coronet Theatre, in an adaptation of the noted drama 'Panthea' by Monckton Hoffe. Film synopsis included.

73
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-11-25
Summary:

The last two nights of the splendid picture 'Panthea' which is being shown at the Coronet Theatre, are announced. During its run large audiences have been attracted and it is safe to say that every part has been fully enjoyed.

74
Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-12-10
Summary:

An excellent bit of fare is provided for the patrons of the Coronet Picture Theatre for today and tomorrow. 'All Man,' William Brady's Western drama in five parts is the principal attraction, featuring Robert Warwick and Mollie King. Film plot included. In addition, Billy West…

75
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-12-12
Summary:

The one and only Mary Garden is the star of 'Thais,' the new Goldwyn photoplay from the famous novel by Anatole France, which is to be seen at the Coronet Theatre tonight. Film synopsis included.

76
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-12-15
Summary:

It speaks volumes for the control that the Coronet has secured over the best class of moving pictures that that house can screen in one and the same day two such pictures as 'The Plunderer' and 'Thais.' Roy Norton's red-blooded story which the former is founded. William…

77
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…

78
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-12-18
Summary:

Two good houses welcomed the new programme last night at the Coronet, which is of a very high standard indeed. The opening item was a Club Comedy, 'Jerry and the Vampire,' starring George Ovey. Following item is an exceedingly fine 6 parts METRO production, 'The Voice of…

79
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-12-24
Summary:

The Heart of Humanity' to be seen tomorrow at the Coronet Theatre. The main roles are played by Dorothy Phillips and William Stowell, supporting roles by Walt Whitman, Robert Anderson, Frank Braidwood, George Hackathorn [sic], little Gloria Joy, Margaret Mann and Lloyd Hughes. Film synopsis…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-01-08
Summary:

A Frank Keenan production in five parts, entitled 'The Master Man' commences today at the Coronet Theatre. Film synopsis included.