A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: The Kowloon
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-07-21 - 1921-07-21
Summary:

For three days only at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., special engagement of the famous magician, Chefalo. Also pictures. Programme changed nightly. Special prices: 5.30, 80 cents and 40 cents; 9.15, $1.50 and 80 cents.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-08-29
Summary:

A bright and entertaining programme is offered at the Kowloon Theatre, including 'Mr. Fix-It' starring Douglas Fairbanks. While Hongkong Amusements Ltd. has secured three entertainers from the Folies Bergere, the famous Paris comedy theatre. In a novelty act entitled 'Le Globe d…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-09-15
Summary:

Charles Ray, the famous Thomas H. Ince star, is the central figure of the story of 'Playing the Game,' his newest Paramount picture, which has just been released. Film synopsis included. 'Playing the Game' is said to be one of the best pictures in which Mr. Ray has been seen…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-29
Summary:

Four of the best pictures screened in Kowloon Theatre are being shown. D. W. Griffith's 'The Idol Dancer' was shown last night. Tonight 'Don't ever Marry,' from the producer of 'Daddy Longlegs,' Marshall Neilan, and 'The River's End' and…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-21
Summary:

At the Kowloon Theatre, Matheson Lang is appearing in the title role of the famous Mr. Wu Li-chang. This picture is a revelation. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-11-28
Summary:

In its current programme, the Kowloon Theatre can boast two of filmdom's leading players in the one bill – Mary Pickford in 'How Could You, Jean?' and Charlie Chaplin in 'The Immigrant.' Film synopsis included. With an efficient orchestra and excellent floor, the Kowloon…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-29
Summary:

Mary Pickford and Charlie Chaplin share the major portion of the current programme at the Kowloon Theatre, in 'How Could You, Jean?' and 'The Immigrant.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-30
Summary:

Kowloon is coming into its own and it looks as though it is, not going to go on playing Cinderella to Hongkong for very much longer. Every week there are two dances over at the Kowloon Theatre, in addition to the ordinary picture night, Mr. Ray has wirelessed out to sea and secured the services…

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Headline: Kowloon Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-01-06 - 1922-01-06
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 for one night only, Fenimore Cooper's famous story, 'The Last of the Mohicans.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-01-09
Summary:

At the Coronet Theatre, 'Fair and Warmer' will be shown in this evening. The stage comedy is written by Auexy [sic] Hopwood, and the leading role is taken by May Allison. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-01-21 - 1922-01-21
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15, 'Down on the Farm,' Mack Sennett's famous comedy and special. Kowloon Theatre: Today at 9.15, Marguerite Clark in 'Prunella,' Rolin Comedy and British Gazette. Best floor in the Colony.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-01-21 - 1922-01-21
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, 'Down on the Farm,' Mack Sennett's famous comedy. Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 5.45 and 9.15, Marguerite Clark in 'Prunella,' Rolin Comedy and British Gazette.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-01-21 - 1922-01-21
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, 'Down on the Farm,' Mack Sennett's famous comedy special. Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 5.45 and 9.15, Marguerite Clark in 'Prunella,' Rolin Comedy and British Gazette. Best floor in the colony.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-01-23 - 1922-01-23
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15, 'Down on the Farm,' Mack Sennett's famous comedy and special. Kowloon Theatre: Today at 9.15, Madge Kennedy in 'Through the Wrong Door.' Best floor in the Colony.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-01-23 - 1922-01-23
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, 'Down on the Farm,' Mack Sennett's famous comedy. Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9.15, Madge Kennedy in 'Through the Wrong Door.' Best floor in the colony.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-01-23 - 1922-01-23
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, 'Down on the Farm,' Mack Sennett's famous comedy special. Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9.15, Madge Kennedy in 'Through the Wrong Door.' Best floor in the colony.

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

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15, Samuel Goldwyn & Rex Beach presents 'Out of the Storm,' and Topical Budget. Kowloon Theatre: Tonight, Special Dance with Keye's famous Jazz-orchestra. Best floor in the Colony.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-01-25 - 1922-01-25
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Samuel Goldwyn and Rex Beach presents 'Out of the Storm' and Topical Budget. Kowloon Theatre: Tonight, special dance with Keye's famous jazz-orchestra from Seattle. See page 5. Best floor in the colony.

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Headline: Kowloon Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-01-25 - 1922-01-25
Summary:

Tonight, special engagement of Keye's famous jazz orchestra from Seattle and Sanford Richeson, the violin jazz king. Tickets at Moutrie's, $1.50.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-02-16 - 1922-02-16
Summary:

A big picture for Kowloon willing to try anything once Hongkong Amusements, Ltd. are putting on one of their big pictures tonight at Kowloon. Roll up and see Robert W. Service's famous Alaskan ballad 'The Law of the Yukon' upon the screen. It is a Mayflower production. You know…