A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Impersonation
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-05-13
Summary:

(To the Editor, S. C. M. Post) Sir, – By all means, go to the Coronet to see John Barrymore in 'Enemies of Women.' This polished actor now demonstrates his remarkable ability by giving an almost photographic imitation of his brother Lionel. It couldn't be possible that it is…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-05-18
Summary:

One of the crowning achievements of a brilliant literary career is brought to mind this week by the presentation at the Coronet Theatre of Frank Lloyd's production of 'Black Oxen,' a First National picture, with Corinne Griffith and Conway Tearle in the principal roles, adapted…

2103
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-05-20
Summary:

Coronet Theatre will begin to screen 'The Hunchback of Notre Dame,' on Thursday. The picture is based on Victor Hugo's classic and features Lon Chaney who is famous for his roles in 'The Miracle Man' and 'Oliver Twist.' Lon Chaney mentions that he has performed…

2104
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-05-20
Summary:

Lon Chaney, whose work as the fake cripple in 'The Miracle Man' stands out as a bit of remarkable acting, to say nothing of his other impersonations, has added another characterization to his long list in his appearance as 'Quasimodo' and 'Oliver Twist.' 'The…

2105
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-05-27
Summary:

The presence of D. W. Griffith in Miami, Florida, where he finished scenes for his presentation of 'The White Rose,' resulted in a motion picture boom in that town. Other directors and producers have worked in Miami, but none awakened the widespread enthusiasm among the solid…

2106
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-01
Summary:

The Management of the Coronet Theatre announces, as the next attraction for this house, Mary Pickford's latest production, 'Dorothy Vernon of Haddon Hall.' The picture, by United Artists, is based on the popular novel of the same name by Charles Major. Other celebrities in the…

2107
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-06-05
Summary:

Coronet Theatre continues to screen the United Artists attraction 'Dorothy Vernon of Haddon Hall' featuring Mary Pickford. Director Marshal Neilan has done every bit to make the film as natural and realistic as possible.

2108
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-05
Summary:

Marshall Neilan is the director of Mary Pickford in her newest screen production for United Artists, 'Dorothy Vernon of Haddon Hall,' which is now having an extended run at the Coronet Theatre. 'Make them say, ‘Isn't that natural?' and the success of your picture is…

2109
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-11
Summary:

In 1852, Alexandre Dumas, the younger, gave to the French public a play destined to become a literary masterpiece. It was called 'The Lady of the Camellias,' based on the life of Margaret Gautier, a French courtesan. All actresses longed to play Camille. There was Eleanora Duse, Ethel…

2110
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-16
Summary:

If Winter Comes,' based on the novel by A. S. M. Hutchinson, made its appearance on the screen at the Coronet Theatre last night. Watching the tale unfold is like reading the book with living illustrations on the page opposite. Film synopsis included. Percy Marmont takes the leading role.…

2111
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-07-23
Summary:

Back to normal' is the slogan these days of the Coronet and Star. That this is, if anything, an understatement will be readily admitted by all who visit these two cinemas in the next few days. 'Hollywood,' the big picture at the Coronet is a film that has drawn audiences wherever…