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: 1920-02-20 - 1920-02-24
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Dorothea Farley in 'Are Passions Inherited?' a tragedy of the generations in seven reels. Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-02-21 - 1920-02-24
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Dorathea [sic] Farley in 'Are Passions Inherited?' in 7 reels. At 7.15 p.m., Ben Wilson in 'The Mystery Ship' 1st, 2nd and 3rd episodes.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-02-18
Summary:

A most attractive film is being presented at the Hongkong Theatre entitled 'Lest we Forget.' Film synopsis included. Another fine production from Gilbert A. Hamilton [sic] entitled 'Are Passions inherited?' will be screened at Friday's matinee. It features Dorothy Farley…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-09-06
Summary:

The Acquittal,' comes to the Coronet Theatre this evening as the feature attraction. The picture starred by Norman Kerry, Claire Windsor, Barbara Bedford, Richard Travers, Charles Wellesley, Frederick Vroom, Ben Deely [sic], Don Farley and Harry Mestayer. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-09-06
Summary:

Coronet Theatre will be screening 'The Acquittal.' Great attention has been given to the filming of the courtroom scene. The film features Claire Windsor. The cast also includes Barbara Bedford who is famous for her performance in 'The Spoilers,' Richard Travers, Charles…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-18 - 1924-11-18
Summary:

Starting Tuesday at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'The Signal Tower,' starring Virginia Valli, with a splendid supporting cast including Wallace Beery, Rockliffe Fellowes, Frankie Darro, Hayden Stevenson, Dot Farley and J. Farrell MacDonald. 'The Signal Tower' was released…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-11-19 - 1921-11-22
Summary:

Universal presents the great thrilling production, 'God's Law' in 6 reels, and Dotty [sic] Wolbert in 'Short and Sweet.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-09-06
Summary:

Transforming a spoken play into moving picture is a strange task; the task of translating words into pantomime. This is the astounding feat Clarence L. Brown has achieved in 'The Acquittal,' new Universal Jewel mystery play, to be screened at the Coronet Theatre this evening. Film…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-02-01
Summary:

Various theatres including the Bijou Theatre will make a contribution for the St. John Ambulance Association to provide a hospital. Performances by Miss Doris Phillips and Miss Baraclough of the Howitt Phillips Company, Miss Cox of the Gaiety Theatre, Miss Dorothea Temple of the Bandmann Opera…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-09-01
Summary:

Booth Tarkington's story, 'The Flirt,' is one of the most widely read books and its entertainment value is greatly enhanced by its presentation in screen form. It was made into a magnificent film by the Universal Picture Corporation and will be seen at the World Theatre soon. The…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-01-25 - 1922-01-30
Summary:

Jack Mulhall in 'High Speed,' Dotty [sic] Wolbert in 'Who Kissed Me,' with beautiful Universal Comedies.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-02
Summary:

The screen version of 'La La Lucille,' starring Eddie Lyons and Lee Moran, was shown at the World Theatre last night. It is an adaption of Fred Jackson's recent New York stage success. The stars are supported mainly by Anne Cornwall, Gladys Walton and Dorothy [sic] Wolbert. Film…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-02-08
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-03-22
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-01-05