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: 1919-08-05
Summary:

Intolerance' which has been drawing good houses, will be screened for the last time at the Coronet tonight at 9.15.

122
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-08-12
Summary:

The management of the Coronet has secured a unique picture 'The Adopted Son.' Film synopsis included.

123
Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-08-13
Summary:

The Adopted Son' which is being screened at the Coronet Theatre drew more big houses yesterday. The general opinion being that the film is one of exceptional merit.

124
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-08-18
Summary:

Hearts of the World' the supreme triumph of D. W. Griffith, who made 'Intolerance,' to be presented at the City Hall for a short period under the management of the Coronet Theatre. Film synopsis included. Booking at the Moutrie's.

125
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-08-19
Summary:

The 'Hearts of the world' which promises to be a feature of exceptional attraction to cinema-goers of the Colony is being shown at the theatre Royal at 9.15 tonight under the management of the Coronet Theatre.

126
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-08-20
Summary:

The management of Coronet Theatre announces that owing to unforeseen and apparently unavoidable circumstances that have arisen, they have decided to screen 'Hearts of the World' at the Coronet Theatre instead of the theatre Royal as previously announced.

127
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-08-20
Summary:

The world-famed picture 'Hearts of the World' will be screened at the Coronet Theatre tonight at 9.15, instead of the Theatre Royal as originally intended.

128
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-08-21
Summary:

It was apparent to the large and representative audience that filled every seat at the Coronet last evening, to see 'Hearts of World,' that a revolution had taken place in the presentation of moving pictures in Hong Kong. The beautiful soft light with which the picture was shown, the…

129
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-08-21
Summary:

In consequence of unavoidable circumstances 'Hearts of the World' was shown at the Coronet Theatre last night instead of at the City Hall. The picture is one of the famous Griffith films and is a selection of 12,000 feet from ten times that amount. Film synopsis included.

130
Headline: At the Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-08-21
Summary:

A detailed film review of a Mr. Lloyd George's Picture was shown in Coronet Theatre. The film was produced by Griffith.

131
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-08-22
Summary:

The love story running through 'Hearts of the World' which is being shown at the Coronet Theatre is one that will appeal to all. Film plot included.

132
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-08-26
Summary:

Those who have not yet seen that wonderful film, 'Hearts of the World,' have yet an opportunity of doing so. It is being screened for four more nights at the Coronet. By popular verdict, it is one of the finest films ever shown in the Colony.

133
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-08-27
Summary:

Hearts of the World' will only be shown at the Coronet for two more nights. 'Intolerance' will be screened soon. Both pictures will be taken to Shanghai.

134
Headline: Cinema Treat
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-08-28
Summary:

The Coronet Theatre management, with characteristic enterprise, is arranging that the Hong Kong public may have a further opportunity of seeing those two magnificent films, 'Hearts of the World,' and 'Intolerance.' The first named is to be screened at 5.15 and 9.10 today…

135
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-09-01
Summary:

One of the best cinema programmes we have been in Hongkong is being shown now at the Coronet. On Saturday night a crowded house watched Emmy Wetler [sic], the beautiful Metro Star in the suspect play 'Variety.' In addition, there is a comedy.

136
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-09-06
Summary:

Tonight marks the last performance of a very enjoyable film at the Coronet, 'His Father's Son.' This Metro Comedy, which features Lionel Barrymore and fairly sparkles with humourous situations is too good to be missed. Booking is at Robinson.

137
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-09-20
Summary:

The Tiger Woman' is an unexampled play, with a brilliant actress in the title role, Theda Bara. It opens today at the Coronet. Film plot included.

138
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-09-23
Summary:

With characteristic enterprise the management of the popular Coronet Theatre has secured a couple of artists who have made their name the synonym of bright and enjoyable amusement throughout the East: Billy and Doris Harley.

139
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-09-24
Summary:

Those who have not seen 'The Tiger Woman,' now being screened at the Coronet Theatre, should decide without further delay to witness it. It is a really magnificent film, quite in line with the high standard set by the Coronet management. Billy and Doris Harley are also very pleasing in…

140
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-09-29
Summary:

The growing popularity of the Coronet Theatre was again illustrated on Saturday night when the building was packed to the doors and by an audience which greatly appreciated the programme provided. The chief attraction was the seven-part gypsy drama 'The Call of Her People,' which was a…