A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-07-30 - 1919-07-31
Summary:

F. Marshall Sanderson will present on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. D. W. Griffith's colossal spectacle 'Intolerance'. The picture that has all the stars: Lillian Gish, Constance Talmadge, Bessie Love, Miriam Cooper and Elmo Lincoln (Tarzan). Sir Herbert Tree - Douglas Fairbanks -…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-07-30
Summary:

See D. W. Griffith's 'Intolerance' when it opens at the Coronet Theatre on Friday evening next, if you would be amazed and thrilled and fascinated by what has been called the most novel, stupendous and magnificent stage work the world has ever known. One performance will be given…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-06-10 - 1921-06-11
Summary:

A First National attraction, Marshall Neilan and James Oliver Curwood in 'The River's End,' at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m. Remarks: Film poster included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-03-20 - 1922-03-20
Summary:

The Coronet: Monday to Wednesday, Mary Pickford in 'The Hoodlum.' Thursday to Saturday, Marshall Neilan's 'Go and Get It.' Sunday only, Mary Miles Minter in 'Jenny, Be Good.' Kowloon Theatre: Monday & Wednesday, Mary Miles Minter in 'Jenny, Be Good.…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-03-22
Summary:

The Coronet Theatre shows Mary Pickford in her First National comedy 'The Hoodlum' for the last time this evening. Tomorrow it will screen Marshall Neilan newspaper drama 'Go and Get It.' The Kowloon Theatre presents Mary Minter in 'Jenuy, Be Good' [sic] for the…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-03-23 - 1922-03-24
Summary:

A First National attraction, Marshall Neilan's 'Go and Get It.' Film plot and illustrations included. March 24 Remarks: 4 ads didn't mention the theatre's name, surmised from other ads.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-04-10 - 1922-04-10
Summary:

The Coronet: 'The Coast of Opportunity,' 'His Royal Slyness,' and 'Marshal Joffre in Peking.' Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9.15, 'I Am Guilty.' Cabaret Dance tomorrow.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-04-27 - 1922-04-27
Summary:

The Coronet: At 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Marshall Neilan presents Wesley Barry in 'Dinty.' Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9.15 p.m., 'Don't Change Your Husband.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-04-27
Summary:

Coronet Theatre will screen 'Dinty,' this evening. The feature attraction is written and produced by Marshall Neilan and is featuring Wesley Barry, who was very successful in 'Daddy Long Legs' and 'Go and Get It.' Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-04-28 - 1922-04-28
Summary:

The Coronet: At 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Marshall Neilan presents Wesley Barry in 'Dinty.' Kowloon Theatre: No public performance tonight.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-04-29 - 1922-04-29
Summary:

The Coronet: At 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Marshall Neilan presents Wesley Barry in 'Dinty.' Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 5.45 & 9.15 p.m., 'Don't Change Your Husband.'

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-07-31 - 1922-08-01
Summary:

Sportsmen come and see Captain Cuttle win the Derby! Ladies, you'll enjoy Blanche Sweet (Beg pardon, Mrs. Marshall Neilan) in 'Her Unwilling Husband.' Everybody, come and laugh at Harold Lloyd in his craziest comedy, 'Now or Never.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-02-12 - 1923-02-14
Summary:

The Coronet: Mon. to Thur. at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15 p.m., 'The Prodigal Judge,' and Topical Budget. Kowloon Theatre: No public performance tonight. Cabaret Dance tomorrow at 9 p.m. February 14 Remarks: Kowloon Theatre - K. F. C. Dance.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-07-02 - 1923-07-04
Summary:

Tonight and tomorrow, Marshall Neilan's 'Bob Hampton of Placer,' with James Kirkwood, Marjory [sic] Daw and Wesley Barry. July 3-4 Remarks: At 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-07-02
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is currently screening 'Bob Hampton of Placer.' The film is produced by Marshall Neilan and is getting widespread appreciation from the audience. The film is gaining popularity for its spectacular scenes, top-notch performance by James Kirkwood, Noah Beery and Marjorie…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-07-04
Summary:

Tonight, Coronet Theatre is going to screen 'Bob Hampton of Placer' starring Wesley Barry. The film is produced by Marshall Neilan and is one of the most appealing dramas seen in the colony for quite a long time.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-07-05 - 1923-07-07
Summary:

The Off Shore Pirate,' by F. Scott Fitzgerald and starring Viola Dana, a Metro classic. Adapted by Waldemar Young and directed by Dallas M. Fitzgerald. July 5-6 Remarks: Film poster included. July 5-6 Remarks: Another ad. on page 4 and 7.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-08-08 - 1924-08-08
Summary:

Mack Sennett, Ben Turpin and Kathryn McGuire in 'The Shriek of Araby.' Directed by F. Richard Jones. August 8 Remarks: On page 4, illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-08-28 - 1924-08-30
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15, Sir J. M. Barrie's 'The Little Minister,' Baby Peggy in 'Stepping Some,' and Topical Budget. The Star: Today till Saturday at 5.30 & 9.15 p.m., Estelle Taylor in 'Only a Shop Girl,' supported by Wallace…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-04-27
Summary:

Last night, Coronet Theatre opened the screening of Warner Brothers Classic 'Find Your Man' featuring June Marlowe, Eric St. Clair and Rin-Tin-Tin. The supporting cast includes Charles Mailes, Pat Hartigan, Fred Stanton, Lew Harvey and Charles Conklin. The film displays some exotic…