A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1907-12-30
Summary:

The proprietors of the Hongkong Cinematograph announce that new films will be shown tonight, as the travelling agent for the Company is in Hongkong with a fresh supply of films on the way to Shanghai. On Saturday evening the hall was crowded to its utmost capacity.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1908-08-31
Summary:

The premises of the above company are still in the hands of the contractors who have not yet completed the repairs to the damaged roof and windows caused by the recent typhoon, but it is expected that the place will be re-opened shortly. New artists and a new set of animated pictures are…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1908-09-18
Summary:

In the Court yesterday, Tang Yu brought an action against Auguste Daufresne claiming $150 alleged to be due as wages at $30 a month from April 1st, 1908 to August 31st, 1908. For the last five months, the defendant had employed plaintiff as a workman at a cinematograph in Hongkong. His wages had…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1908-09-24
Summary:

Charles Nugent sued Auguste Daufresne and claimed $1000 balance due as money paid for and on behalf of the defendant. The court continues to deal with the case. The defendant said he had nothing to do with the Union Commerical Company. The witness had an agreement with the Hongkong Cinematograph…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-09-01
Summary:

In the place of the present makoshifts [sic] which do duty as cinematograph theatres, shortly be erected on the site of the present Hongkong Cinematograph in Des Voeux Road, a palatial building of steel frames and reinforced concrete by a syndicate headed by Mr. Fogliano. The building will be…

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Headline: The Hongkong
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-01-16
Summary:

At the Hongkong Theatre, an Italian masterpiece 'After the Great Dance' is to be screened. The film is supplied by Mr. Cruenca. The management is unfailing in its efforts to secure the best selected pictures by modern artistes. The Ambrosio and Pasquali Cinema Companies are well-known…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-12-31
Summary:

The first 'super' film at the Coronet Theatre, 'Jack and the Beanstalk,' which has been succeeded at the evening presentation by another Fox film, 'The Walls of Jericho.' The film has wonderful acting and photography. Film synopsis included. Also, an amusing comedy…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-01-16 - 1919-01-18
Summary:

January 16th, 17th, 18th and 19th, the Famous Players' fine production, 'The Daughter of MacGregor' and 'Nearly a Deserter.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-01-17 - 1919-01-18
Summary:

Today at 5.15 p.m. to 7.45 p.m., special engagement of the Pilipino string band and a splendid picture programme including the charming 5-part Famous Players' production, 'The Daughter of MacGregor' (which will be screened at 6 p.m.). Usual prices.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-01-28
Summary:

At the Coronet Theatre last night the management showed 'The Yankee Way' for the first time and everyone regard it as the best picture ever shown in Hongkong. There are also other pictures, included a Pathe colour picture 'The Mountains of Auvergne' and Max Linder comedy…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-02-08
Summary:

Large and appreciative audiences were at the Coronet last night. A picture with six-part 'A Sister of Six' and comic 'The Game Old Knight' was shown. There was also an interesting Gazette and the orchestra which is always worth hearing. Booking for the 9.15 performance is at…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-05-12 - 1919-05-14
Summary:

Charles Darrell's world famous melodrama 'When London Sleeps,' played by the original company. A stage play 'When London Sleeps' after a long run at the Princess of Wales Theatre. May 12-14 remarks: 'The Great Vacuum Robbery,' 'The Wild Engine,' and…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-05-12 - 1919-05-12
Summary:

Charles Darrell's 'When London Sleeps,' played by the original company. Commencing tonight at the Coronet.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-05-19 - 1919-05-19
Summary:

1. 'The Symbol of Sacrifice,' in 7 parts (10,000 feet) produced by African Film Productions Ltd and dealing with Zulu War; 2. 'A Turf Conspiracy,' a Broadwest all-British super-productions on Nat Gould's novel and featuring England's foremost cinema stars, Violet…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-07-29 - 1919-07-31
Summary:

Tonight, William S. Hart in 'The Disciple' and two Capital [sic] Comedies. The big Trans-Atlantic Serial in 17 episodes 'The Bull's Eye' featuring Eddie Polo: episode 1, 'First Blood' and episode 2, 'The Fearless One.' Also comedies. Booking at…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-10-22 - 1919-10-25
Summary:

Metro presents Emily Stevens in 'Outwitted,' 6 thrilling reels of love and revenge, played by the clever company who have amused you so much in 'The Wager.' October 22 remarks: Paramount Pictograph new series.

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Headline: At the Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-10-22 - 1919-10-22
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Metro presents Emily Stevens in 'Outwitted,' 6 thrilling and fantastic reels of love and revenge, spiritualism and high finance played by the clever company who have amused you so much in 'The Wager.' Illustration included.

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

The management of the Coronet Kinema still goes on from strength to strength and triumph to triumph, the latest achievement being the screening of that masterpiece of the film producer's art, 'The Auction Block.' Film plot included. Booking is at Robinson's.

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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.

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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…