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: 1919-03-24 - 1919-03-26
Summary:

Tonight 9.15 p.m., 'On the Brink' featuring the charming and great actress Belle Robinne. 'Bees in His Bonnet.' Do not ask us to give you the plot of this Harold Lloyed [sic] comedy. Just see the films. Matinee Thursday, 27th March at 5.15 p.m., 'The White Scar,' a…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-03-06 - 1920-03-09
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Anna Q. Nilsson in 'Her Surrender,' a romantic drama in 6 parts.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-07-22
Summary:

Envy,' the first of 'Seven Deadly Sins' series featuring Ann Murdock [sic], was shown last night at the Hongkong Theatre.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-08-01 - 1921-08-03
Summary:

9.15 p.m., Tuesday 2nd to Thursday 4th, Edward Warren's productions presents 'Thunderbolts of Fate' in 5 parts featuring House Peters and Anna Lehr. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'The Moon Riders' 9th and 10th episodes. 5.15 p.m., 'Woman and the Law' [sic] in 7 parts.…

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Headline: Kowloon Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-09-22 - 1921-09-24
Summary:

Saturday 24th, September, at 9.15 p.m., Grand concert: Anna El-Tour (celebrated soprano), Lko Podolysky (the eminent Russian pianist) and Vera Mirova (the charming dancer). Prices: $3, $2 and $1.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-11-03
Summary:

Her Kingdom of Dreams,' a First National attraction now showing at the Coronet Theatre. Starring Anita Stewart, who had been work in 'Mind the Paint Girl' and 'Old Kentucky,' Kathlyn Williams who had been in 'Whispering Chorus,' Mahlon Hamilton who appeared in…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-12-29 - 1921-12-31
Summary:

5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Universal Jewel presents a big special production, 'The Dumb Girl of Portici' featuring Anna Pavlova in 8 reels. Usual prices. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., final episode of 'The Dragon's Net.' Booking at the Theatre, phone 1337. Sunday's Matinees: Douglas…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-12-30
Summary:

The Universal Film Corporation's big special 'Jewel' production, 'The Dumb Girl of Portici,' a Colossal Feature in eight parts, starring the famous Russian dancer, Mlle. Pavlova, will be shown at the World Theatre. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-01-14
Summary:

The Luck of the Irish' comes to the Coronet Theatre this evening. Anna Q. Nielson [sic] played the leading role. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-04-12 - 1922-04-12
Summary:

The Coronet: Anna Q. Nillson [sic] in 'What Women Will Do.' Also the Visit to Hongkong of H. R. H. the Prince of Wales. Kowloon Theatre: At 5.45 and 9.15, 'The Luck of the Irish' in 7 parts and Topical Budget.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-04-13 - 1922-04-15
Summary:

The Coronet: Anna Q. Nillson [sic] in 'What Women Will Do.' Also the Visit to Hongkong of H. R. H. the Prince of Wales. Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9.15, 'The Deep Purple.'

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Headline: Black Beauty'
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-07-11
Summary:

Black Beauty' the famous horse whose autobiography was recorded by Anna Sewell has come to life – in a picture that is being shown at the Coronet today. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-02-05 - 1923-02-06
Summary:

Monday and Tuesday, 5th and 6th February at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Anna Case in 'The Hidden Truth.' Prices of admission: matinee, 60 cents and 40 cents; night show, $1.00 and 60 cents. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-02-08
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-05-12
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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-06-02 - 1923-06-02
Summary:

Tonight only, Viola Dana in 'Puppets of Fate.' Tomorrow at 9.15, Adele Blood in 'The Gold Diggers.' Monday, 'Anna Christie.' $3, $2 and $1. Booking at Moutrie's.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-06-04 - 1923-06-04
Summary:

The Coronet: 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Mildred Harris in 'Old Dad,' 'Shanghai Races, May 1923,' by courtesy of B. A. T. and Screen Magazine. The Star: Adele Blood in 'Anna Christie.' Tickets: $3, $2 and $1. Booking at Moutrie's. 5.30 matinee, Mary…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-07-14
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-10-02
Summary:

Soldiers of Fortune,' featured Anna Nilsson, Pauline Starke, Wallace Berry and Nessman [sic] Kerry, will be shown at the World Theatre. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-10-08 - 1923-10-08
Summary:

There are big pictures tonight at both the Coronet and Star. Coronet: 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Frank Keenan and Anna Q. Nilsson in 'Hearts Aflame.' Star: 5.30 and 9.15, Viola Dana in 'Cinderella's Twin' and Buster Keaton in 'Cops.'