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: 1908-07-08
Summary:

The Governor, Sir Frederick Lugard, has graciously promised to open the Flood Relief Bazaar. The committee begged to acknowledge with thanks the gifts and donations. Mr. Chan Mong Loong, in particular, offered his cinematograph for 7 days free of charge, but on account of lack of accommodation…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-12-04
Summary:

Mr. Howard A. Kennedy, of the editorial staff of the London 'Times,' has travelled far and wide and is consequently an interesting subject to have a chat with. He and his daughter are at present making Hongkong their half-way house on a journey round the world. Mr. Kennedy described…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-05-24
Summary:

The wide success commanded by Edgar Burroughs' story 'Tarzan and the Apes' [sic] has encouraged the National Film Corporation to make a long step forward in its enterprises by reproducing the story on the screen. The film has since fully justified its existence, and the money it…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-05-24
Summary:

There is soon to be offered to the picture-going public of Hongkong, a sensational picture entitled 'Tarzan of the Apes.' A China Mail reporter had a chance to attend a private show in Coronet yesterday and provided details for this film. This picture will be followed by a sequel:…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-06-02
Summary:

The Romance of Tarzan' which presents the concluding chapters of 'Tarzan of the Apes' from the book by Edgar Rice Burroughs, please the eye with the same scenic magnificence that distinguished the first Tarzan film, and in addition provides an even more dramatic and closely-knit…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-02
Summary:

The Romance of Tarzan,' starring Cleo Madison, is showing at the Coronet theatre. This seven-part drama presents the concluding chapters of Edgar Rice Burroughs' 'Tarzan of the Apes.' Wilfred Lucas is the director and Bess Meredyth is the person who prepared the set.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-06-04
Summary:

Vivid in characterization and gripping in plot is 'The Romance of Tarzan,' which visualizes the concluding chapters of Edgar Rice Burroughs' great story. It will be shown at the Coronet Theatre. Elmo Lincoln again takes the part of Tarzan, supported by Enid Markey.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-10-25
Summary:

Madge Kennedy finds a role dear to her heart in her latest Goldwyn release. 'Strictly Confidential' will be shown at the Coronet Theatre, beginning tonight. The programme is also noteworthy as introducing a new Rolin comedy star, Beatrice La Plante, to Hongkong audiences. Film synopsis…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-10-26
Summary:

In this week's show at the Coronet, Goldwyn provides a new attraction in a comedy which shows up to great advantage the versatility of Madge Kennedy in the starring role. It is 'Strictly Confidential.' This production would enjoy crowded houses until its termination on Friday.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-12-20
Summary:

Other Men's Shoes,' Edgar Lewis' potent drama, released by Pathe, is showing now and until Thursday at the Coronet. The cast included Craufurd Kent [sic], Irene Boyle, Jean P. Wade, Phil Sanford and Bobby Connelly. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-12-21
Summary:

Other Men's Shoes,' the first Edgar Lewis production to be seen in Hongkong since 'The Barrier,' was very much to the liking of the large audiences that assembled last night at the Coronet, an additional attraction at the 9.15 performance being the augmented orchestra. Andrew…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-02-26
Summary:

Edgar Lewis is an apostle of the outdoor picture, and he believes that it is the motion picture that can and should bring the great outdoors to the city-bound. He has produced a number of outdoor pictures, and the latest one is 'Sherry.' 'Sherry' is a photodramatization of a…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-04-06
Summary:

The magnificent drama 'The Stronger Vow' will be repeated at the 7.15. performance at Hongkong Theatre. Another splendid picture will be screened namely 'Strictly Confidential' in which Miss Madge Kennedy takes the leading role. New comedies will be introduced at intervals.…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-05-12
Summary:

Through the Wrong Door' from the novel by Jesse Lynch Williams, is Madge Kennedy's newest Goldwyn picture to be seen at Coronet Theatre, until Saturday. The story revolves about a girl who, in due time meets the hero of her heart and the inevitable happens. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-05-12
Summary:

A splendid programme was provided at the Coronet last night when appreciative audiences witnessed the first screening of 'Through the Wrong Door' starring Madge Kennedy, film synopsis included; and a new comedy entitled 'They're Off,' featuring American's comedians…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-05-13
Summary:

Through the Wrong Door,' a Goldwyn production, starring Madge Kennedy, is being shown at the Coronet Theatre. Film synopsis and review included. Supporting the Goldwyn feature is a cleverly produced comedy which portrays an entertaining chapter from the diverting experiences of the popular…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-07-04
Summary:

Madge Kennedy, the star in Goldyn [sic] Pictures, comes in 'Friend Husband,' her latest production, to the Coronet Theatre beginning today. The news included the plot's outline.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-07-06
Summary:

Madge Kennedy sparkles and shines in her latest Goldwyn Picture, 'Friend Husband' now being screened at the Coronet. Film plot included. Tomorrow there will be shown for the one day only, the British comedy 'Alf's Button.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-10-15
Summary:

The Coronet Theatre presents today the long-anticipated Edgar Lewis-Pathe feature, 'Lahoma'; film synopsis included. A 'Snub' Pollard Comedy entitled 'Insulting the Sultan' will be screened also.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-10-27
Summary:

The Kingdom of Youth,' Madge Kennedy's Goldwyn picture, comes to the Coronet Theatre beginning tonight. Film synopsis included. Besides, 'Oh Promise Me' will be shown.