A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-01-19 - 1920-01-20
Summary:

There will be a continuous performance. Charlotte in 'The Frozen Warning,' Emily Stevens in 'The Wager,' Madame Petrova in 'Extravagance,' Harold Lockwood in 'The Haunted Pyjamas,' 'Sporting Life,' Norma Talmadge in 'Panthea,' Emmy…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-01-19 - 1920-01-20
Summary:

Has the time come yet for a continuous performance theatre in Hongkong, similar to those in all the big cities of Europe and America? We wish to find out! On Wednesday, therefore, from 2.30 to 11.30 p.m., there will be a continuous performance. Tea and cakes will be served free to everyone…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-12-01
Summary:

Capacity house continued at the Coronet Theatre where the sensational picture play 'The Miracle Man' is being shown all this week. The leading roles are played by Thomas Meighan and Betty Compson. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-03-18 - 1921-03-21
Summary:

Friday to Monday, March 18 to 21, The 'Prince & Betty' featuring William Desmond, 'All Dressed Up' (Snub comedy), Topical Budget and British Gazette.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-03-18 - 1921-03-21
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Friday to Monday, March 18 to 21, 'The Prince and Betty' featuring William Desmond. Also 'All Dressed Up,' a ‘Snub' Comedy, Topical Budget and British Gazette. Telephone 1743. March 18 Remarks: Another ad. on page 5. Illustration…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-03-18 - 1921-03-21
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Friday to Monday, March 18 to 21, 'The Prince and Betty' featuring William Desmond. Also 'All Dressed Up,' a Snub Comedy, Topical Budget and British Gazette.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-03-19
Summary:

An entertaining film, entitled 'The Prince and Betty' is now being screened at the Coronet. The fortunes of a miniature State and the facility with which its destiny is guided by the whims of a dictator who is not always disinterested in its financial attractions as a 'Monte Carlo…

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Headline: Coronet Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-04-27
Summary:

A splendid all-star Benjamin B. Hampton photodrama, 'The Money-Changers,' comes to the Coronet tonight. Using the basic theme of Upton Sinclair's novel, 'The Money-Changers,' Mr. Sinclair and Mr. Hampton wrote a new story for the screen. The cast included Robert McKim,…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-05-31
Summary:

The Frawley Company added to their list of successes last evening by the performance of 'Lawful Larceny,' an absorbing play by Samuel Shipman. Miss Adele Blood took the part of Marion Dorsey, whilst Mr. Herbert Light gave a convincing study of Andrew Dorsey. Miss Helen Barnes scored a…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-06-30
Summary:

Judging by the advance reports in 'Bob Hampton of Placer,' Mr. Ray has secured a film for the Coronet well above the standard of most productions which the industry turns out. Marshall Neilan has been responsible for a number of fine films such as 'Go and Get It.' The title…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-03-22 - 1924-03-27
Summary:

Tonight till Thursday, March 24 to 27 at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Rex Beach's 'Fair Lady' featuring Betty Blythe, Gladys Hulette, Robert Elliot [sic] and Thurston Hall, a United Artists production.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-03-24 - 1924-03-27
Summary:

Tonight till Thursday, March 24 to 27 at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15 p.m., Rex Beach's 'Fair Lady,' featuring Betty Blythe, Gladys Hulette, Robert Elliot [sic] and Thurston Hall. March 26-27 Remarks: An United Artists production.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-03-24 - 1924-03-25
Summary:

Tonight till Thursday, March 24 to 27 at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Rex Beach's 'Fair Lady' featuring Betty Blythe, Gladys Hulette, Robert Elliot and Thurston Hall, an United Artists production.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-03-24 - 1924-03-24
Summary:

Rex Beach's 'Fair Lady,' featuring Betty Blythe, Gladys Hulette, Robert Elliot and Thurston Hall.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-03-24
Summary:

Fair Lady' the big First National feature attraction comes to the Coronet Theatre this evening, founded on Rex Beach's novel, 'The Net.' There are thrills aplenty and the suspense is maintained with Rex Beach's usual masterly skills. Betty Blythe heads a notable cast.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-03-25
Summary:

Breathing all the passion and glamour of the vendetta, 'Fair Lady' which comes to the Coronet Theatre this evening for the first time, is a picture of intense drama. The story alone has the strongest appeal, taken as it has been from Rex Beach's popular novel, 'The Net.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-03-29
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-04-05
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-04-12
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-04-14
Summary:

Poor Men's Wives' is a companion picture to 'Rich Men's Wives' and is the current feature at Coronet. The leading role is taken by Barbara la Marr, the actress who also appeared in 'Trifling Women,' with the supporting act from Betty Francisco, David Butler and…