A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Warning
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-07-29 - 1921-07-29
Summary:

Notice is hereby given that the exclusive exhibition rights for China of the Charles Chaplin film called 'The Kid' is the property of the First National Exhibitors Circuit and that these rights have not been sold or leased to any person or firm in China. Proceedings will be taken…

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Headline: Warning
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-02 - 1921-08-17
Summary:

Notice is hereby given that the exclusive exhibition rights for China of the Charles Chaplin film called 'The Kid' is the property of the First National Exhibitors Circuit and that these rights have not been sold or leased to any person or firm in China. Proceedings will be taken…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-10-04
Summary:

According to the writer, Mr. Chaplin does not like being called 'Charlie' – that he prefers to be known as Charles. Besides, he is unquestionably the greatest comedian in the world. Recently, the film 'The Kid' should prove that Mr. Chaplin is both a leading international…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-24
Summary:

The final screening of 'The Kid' will take place at the Coronet Theatre tonight. At the same time, 'The Last of the Mohicans,' 'The Leopard Woman' (starring Louise Glaum) are two other films will be shown during the Xmas holidays. Apart from it, Mr. Ray managed to…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-29
Summary:

Recently the Coronet New Year attraction includes 'The Kid' and 'The Brat.' Charlie Chaplin will be seen in the former one, while Nazimova in the latter. In addition, Nazimova has played in productions like 'Toys of Fate,' 'Eye for Eye,' and 'The Red…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-04
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-04-19
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-10-02 - 1923-10-02
Summary:

The Coronet: Today, Charles Ray in 'A Tailor Made Man' at 2.15, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15. Usual prices. The Star: Tonight at 5.30 & 9.15, Douglas Fairbanks in 'When the Clouds Roll By.'

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

Arthur S. Kane presents Charles Ray in 'A Tailor-Made Man,' by Harry James Smith as produced by Cohan and Harris in the United States of America, directed by Joseph De Grasse. Illustration included.

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

The Coronet: Today at 2.15, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Charles Ray in 'A Tailor-Made Man.' Usual prices. The Star: Tonight at 5.30 and 9.15, Douglas Fairbanks in 'When the Clouds Roll by.'

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

Charles Ray breaks new ground in his first United Artists production, 'A Tailor-Made Man,' which is showing at the Coronet. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-10-02
Summary:

From today until Friday, Star Theatre is screening a United Artists production entitled 'A Tailor Made Man' featuring Charles Ray. Film synopsis included.

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

Although John Paul Bart was only an obscure clothes-presser in the tailor's shop, he had a most consuming ambition. Film synopsis included. How Paul goes about this ticklish matter, and his trials and hardships before his plans work out to a triumphant conclusion, form the theme of '…

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

The Coronet: Today, Charles Ray in 'A Tailor-Made Man.' At 2.15, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15. Usual prices. The Star: Tonight at 5.30 and 9.15, Douglas Fairbanks in 'When the Clouds Roll By.'

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-10-03 - 1923-10-05
Summary:

Charles Ray in 'A Tailor Made Man,' a United Artists production. Today at 2.15, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15 at the Coronet.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-10-03 - 1923-10-05
Summary:

The Coronet: Today, Charles Ray in 'A Tailor Made Man' [sic] at 2.15, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15. Usual prices. The Star: Today at 5.30, 'An Accidental Honeymoon.' At 9.15, Forbes Russell Comedy Co.

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Headline: At the Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-10-03 - 1923-10-04
Summary:

Today 2.15, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Charles Ray in 'A Tailor-Made Man,' a United Artists production with a novel plot. October 3 Remarks: Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-10-03 - 1923-10-04
Summary:

The Coronet: Today 2.15, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Charles Ray in 'A Tailor-Made Man.' Usual prices. The Star: Today at 5.30, 'An Accidental Honeymoon.' At 9.15, Forbes Russell Comedy Co. in 'Romance.'

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

Charles Ray has done many good things for the screen, but it is doubtful if he has ever done anything better than 'A Tailor-Made Man,' the current feature at the Coronet. In this picture, Ray is seen in a part rather different from his usual 'rube' comedies, but his genius is…

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

The Coronet: Charles Ray in 'A Tailor-Made Man.' At 2.15, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15. Usual prices. The Star: Tonight at 5.30, 'An Accidental Honeymoon.' At 9.15, Forbes Russell Comedy Co. in 'Romance.'