A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: An Explanation
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-08-04
Summary:

To the Editor S. C. M. Post – The writer believed that the complaint about 'Intolerable' is hardly fair concerning the prices of admission to see the picture. 'Intolerance' is the most expensive picture ever brought out to the Far East, but believing that the foreign…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-01-08
Summary:

Today's attraction at the Coronet Theatre promises to be one of the most interesting feature films which has been presented on the local screen for many a long day. Entitled 'The Master Man,' it shows a combination of intrigue and tragedy. The original story is by F. X. James, and…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-01-11
Summary:

Mr F. P. Franklin, of the Coronet Theatre, has returned from a business trip to Manila. He declared that Manila has much to learn in entertaining the public in cinematography. As Hongkong audiences appreciate the unbroken and splendidly-projected films here, they will definitely be disappointed…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-05-07
Summary:

Dr. Sun Yat-sen, Father of the Republic, first President of China, was formally installed at Canton on Thursday, for the second time in his life, as 'President of the Chinese Republic.' Regarding the film issues, M. Simon, a Pathe expert, was there with Mr. F. P. Franklin of Hongkong…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-28
Summary:

Mr. H. W. Ray writes: The solution of the little puzzle given in the last issue is 'Nazimova in the Brat,' which picture will be screened at the Coronet Theatre on Saturday. Correct solutions were received from Messrs Luis M. Ozorio, L. C. Bristow, J. Montalto, F. X. da Silva, and J. H…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-02
Summary:

One of the best of Mr. F. Phillips Oppenheim's mystery tales was 'The Long Arm of Mannister,' which has been screened at the Kowloon Theatre. Besides, Mr. Roy Stewart's 'The Heart of the North' is a current attraction at the Coronet Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-07-05
Summary:

Two reasons why residents should visit the Coronet today: Firstly, A Metro production, featuring Viola Dana and entitled 'The Offshore Pirate.' It is an adaptation from F. Scott Fitzgerald's story. Miss Lana is supported by Jack Mulhall, Edward Jobson, Edward Cecil and the well-…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-07-05
Summary:

Half a dozen sailors who appear in the Metro production, 'The Off-shore Pirate,' which commences at the Coronet today. 'Spike' Robinson, well-known in boxing circles, was the cause of this latest version of realism. When it was found that 'The Off-shore Pirate'…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-08-13
Summary:

The Coronet has consented to postpone 'Nanook of the North' and screen 'The Road to London' and 'Saturday Morning' for one more day. 'Saturday Morning,' a two-reel Robin Comedy featuring Sunshine Sammy, is responsible for more laughter than many a comedy…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-10-29
Summary:

The Coronet had reluctantly to turn away crowds of people last night at the first showing of 'Hearts are Trumps,' the film version of Cecil Raleigh's famous old Drury Lane melodrama. 'Hearts are Trumps' contains some fine direction by Rex Ingram. Film synopsis included.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-03-01
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-03-22
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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: 1924-03-29
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Headline: Audience's Fun
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: 1924-04-12
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-06-14
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-06-28