A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-12-13 - 1918-12-14
Summary:

The age-long tale of the Pigmy who conquered the Titan, the David against the Goliath--this is the story which William Fox has placed upon the screen in 'Jack and the Beanstalk.' Direct from its New York run at the Globe Theatre.

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Headline: Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-01-23 - 1919-01-25
Summary:

January 23-26. David Belasco presents 'Rose of the Rancho' in five parts, 'The Corsican Sisters' in two parts.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-01-23 - 1919-01-26
Summary:

January 23rd, 24th, 25th and 26th at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., David Belasco presents 'The Rose of the Rancho' in 5 parts. Also 'The Corsican Sisters' in 2 parts.

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Publication Date: 1919-01-23 - 1919-01-25
Summary:

January 23, 24, 25 and 26 at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., David Belasco presents 'The Rose of the Rancho' in five parts; 'The Corsican Sisters' in 2 parts.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-02-22 - 1919-02-22
Summary:

Frank Keenan: the famous Shakespearean actor and David Belas, co-star, who has recently joined Pathe in 'Ruler of the Road,' a brand new film. It is the first picture to be shown in Hongkong of a new series produced by the house of Pathe. The Pathe Plays will be shown on Monday night…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-02-22 - 1919-02-22
Summary:

We believe that when you have seen Frank Keenan, the famous Shakespearean actor and David Belasco, who has recently joined Pathe, in 'Ruler of the Road.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-02-22 - 1919-02-22
Summary:

We have endeavoured to obtain a programme that should mark a step forward in local cinematography. We believe that when you have seen Frank Keenan, the famous Shakespearean actor and David Belasco Star, who has recently joined Pathe, in 'Ruler of the Road,' you will agree with us that…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-03-31 - 1919-03-31
Summary:

Buckingham Palace; Sandhurst Cadets receive the King's Banner Scenes at the Lord Mayor's Show. 'The Last Charge' – a genuine picture taken on the last day of hostilities. Scenes in and from an Airship: Bird's eye view of London including St. Paul's. World War Over:…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-04-26 - 1920-04-29
Summary:

The Great Love,' the play that ends a woman's 'No.' David Wark Griffith's splendid tribute to British Womanhood! April 26-27 remarks: Lillian Gish and Bobby [sic] Harron in 'The Great Love.' April 28 remarks: Pathe news, 'Going? Going? Gone' and Rolin…

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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: 1921-08-23 - 1921-08-23
Summary:

Other photoplay producers make photoplays--good, bad or indifferent; David Wark Griffith makes film history with each new picture he produces! He has some wonderful effects in 'The Idol Dancer' showing tonight for the last time at the Coronet.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-03-02 - 1922-03-02
Summary:

Catherine Calvert and an all-star cast in the Tom Terriss production, 'The Heart of Maryland,' a screen adaptation of the famous David Belasco stage play which is regarded as a photoplay classic, a film that will live for years. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-03-04 - 1922-03-04
Summary:

The Heart of Maryland,' the film version of David Belasco's famous play is better than the stage production. The Tom Terriss unit spent six months of hard work in making this picture of stirring drama and love interest. It was made in the South on authentic locations, and the result is…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-03-04
Summary:

Vitagraph's screen version of 'The Heart of Maryland,' directed by Tom Terriss and supported by Catherine Calvert, will be shown at the Coronet on Monday. It is noted that the film is a picturization of David Belasco's famous play. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-03-08
Summary:

Coronet Theatre's current attraction, 'The Heart of Maryland,' is based on David Belasco's famous Civil War play. It is a Vitagraph production with Catherine Calvert in the leading role. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-03-08
Summary:

The Heart of Maryland,' based on David Belasco's famous Civil War play, is the current attraction at the Coronet Theatre. The film is produced by Vitagraph, and the cast of the film is headed by Catherine Calvert. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-03-09
Summary:

The Heart of Maryland,' produced by Vitagraph from the famous stage play by David Belasco, is being shown at the Coronet Theatre. Meanwhile, Catherine Calvert takes an important role in the film. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-03-11
Summary:

The Heart of Maryland,' based on David Belasco's famous stage play of the American Civil War, will be shown at the Coronet Theatre for the last time. The film is a Vitagraph production, and Catherine Calvert plays the leading role.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-07-05 - 1922-07-07
Summary:

A Vitagraph special production with the excellent direction of David Smith. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-10
Summary:

Way Down East,' a production of David Wark Griffith based on the old play by Lottie Blair Parker, will come to the Coronet Theatre on Monday. David Wark Griffith is known for 'The Birth of a Nation,' 'Intolerance,' 'Broken Blossoms,' and 'Hearts of the…