A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-12-24
Summary:

A screen classic that critics have placed in the same category with 'The Birth of a Nation' and 'Hearts of the World' has been produced under the title of 'The Hearts of Humanity.' It will be exhibited at the Coronet tomorrow with Dorothy Philips in the principal…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-04-26 - 1920-04-26
Summary:

On Broadway, a line three blocks long waited at the strand theatre to see D. W. Griffith's 'The Great Love,' Artcraft Pictures. David Wark Griffith, producer of 'The Birth of a Nation,' 'Intolerance,' 'Hearts of the World' and 'Broken Blossoms…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-10-01 - 1923-10-01
Summary:

Realart's super-production, 'Soldiers of Fortune,' seven reels of thrilling adventure, romance, excitement and big scenes.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-10-01 - 1923-10-03
Summary:

Realart's super-production, 'Soldiers of Fortune' in 7 reels.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-10-02 - 1923-10-02
Summary:

A Realart super-production in 7 reels, 'Soldiers of Fortune,' an absorbing romantic story of daring exploits of a little band of engineers in South America.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-10-03 - 1923-10-06
Summary:

Wednesday 3rd to Saturday 6th October at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Realart super picture in 7 parts, 'Soldiers of Fortune,' with an extraordinary cast. Admission: 5.15 p.m., 80 cents and 50 cents; 9.15 p.m., $1.20 and 80 cents. Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-10-03 - 1923-10-03
Summary:

Beginning today, a magnificent Realart super-picture, presenting the most impressive review and South America revolution scenes ever staged for the screen, 'Soldiers of Fortune,' in 7 parts with a superlative cast.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-10-03 - 1923-10-06
Summary:

Wednesday 3rd to Saturday 6th October at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Realart super-picture in 7 parts, 'Soldiers of Fortune.' Admission: 5.15 p.m., 80 cents and 50 cents; 9.15 p.m., $1.20 and 80 cents. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-07
Summary:

The Birth of Nation,' the big Griffith's picture due in Hongkong shortly for the first time, may be said to have laid the foundation of the famous producer's reputation. The love interest is portrayed by Lillian Gish as Elsie Stonemen, and Henry D. [sic] Walthall as 'the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-11
Summary:

The picture that made D. W. Griffith's name, 'The Birth of a Nation' commences its showing at the Coronet today. The acting is marked by that sincerity which the big producer always insists upon. Lillian Gish and Henry B. Walthall take the main parts. The film which was made some…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-16
Summary:

Griffith's big picture, 'The Birth of a Nation,' has met with much popular approval during its run here. The work of Lillian Gish and Henry B. Walthall stands out as amongst the finest ever seen here. The next Coronet attraction is 'Quincy Adams Sawyer,' which is…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-03-21
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-07-30
Summary:

This evening, Star Theatre will be showing a First National picture 'Kindred of the Dust' featuring Miriam Cooper who is famous for her performances in 'The Birth of a Nation' and 'Intolerance.' Raoul A. Walsh produced the film from the well-known novel of the same…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-07-30
Summary:

Sweeping forward with fine dramatic action, 'Kindred of the Dust,' the feature film showing at the Star Theatre this evening, is a picture that holds the interest to the very end. Credit for this is due to two people, the first being the author of the story, Peter B. Kyne, and the…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-05-29
Summary:

Tomorrow, Queen's Theatre commences screening the Henry King production 'The White Sister' featuring Lillian Gish who is known for her performances in films like 'The Birth of a Nation,' 'Broken Blossoms,' 'Orphans of the Storm' and 'Way Down…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-05-29
Summary:

Lillian Gish in her greatest role! The ethereal little star who tugged at heartstrings in such big productions as 'The Birth of a Nation,' 'Broken Blossoms,' 'Orphans of the Storm' and 'Way Down East' at last has a role that tests her full powers. In Henry…