A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-12-28
Summary:

The Coronet Theatre is offering from tonight until the end of the year, another great Fox picture, 'The Walls of Jericho,' featuring Edmund Breese. This film has been adapted from the famous play by Alfred Sutro. The play ran for two years at the Garrick Theatre, London, and one year…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-12-31
Summary:

The first 'super' film at the Coronet Theatre, 'Jack and the Beanstalk,' which has been succeeded at the evening presentation by another Fox film, 'The Walls of Jericho.' The film has wonderful acting and photography. Film synopsis included. Also, an amusing comedy…

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Headline: Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-01-16 - 1919-01-18
Summary:

January 16-19. The Famous Players fine production, 'The Daughter of MacGregor' and 'Nearly a Deserter.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-01-16 - 1919-01-18
Summary:

January 16th, 17th, 18th and 19th, the Famous Players' fine production, 'The Daughter of MacGregor' and 'Nearly a Deserter.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-01-17 - 1919-01-18
Summary:

Today at 5.15 p.m. to 7.45 p.m., special engagement of the Pilipino string band and a splendid picture programme including the charming 5-part Famous Players' production, 'The Daughter of MacGregor' (which will be screened at 6 p.m.). Usual prices.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-01-17 - 1919-01-18
Summary:

Tonight, the Famous Players' fine production 'The Daughter of MacGregor' and 'Nearly a Deserter.' January 18 Remarks: Another ad. on page 5. 4.30 p.m. to 8.30 p.m., drop in at any time from 4.30 to 6.30 and see the complete show consisting of a splendid picture programme…

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Headline: Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-01-18 - 1919-01-18
Summary:

See the complete show consisting of a splendid picture programme including the charming 5-part Famous Players' production 'The Daughter of MacGregor.' Usual prices.

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Headline: Caligula
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-02-17 - 1919-02-17
Summary:

Pathe presents Signorina Napierkowska, the world famous premiere danseuse in the magnificent and spectacular film d'arte Italiana: 'Caligula.' Booking at Robinson's; Coronet Theatre.

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Headline: Coronet Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-02-17 - 1919-02-17
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Pathe presents Signorina [sic] Napierkowska, the world-famous premiere dancer in the magnificent and spectacular film d'arte Italians, 'Caligula.' Prices as usual but no half-price seats. Booking at Robinson's.

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Headline: Coronet Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-02-17 - 1919-02-17
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15, Pathe presents Signorina [sic] Napierkowska, the world famous premiere danseuse in the magnificent and spectacular film d'arts Italiana, 'Caligula.' Prices as usual but no half price seats. Booking at Robinson's. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-02-22 - 1919-02-22
Summary:

Frank Keenan: the famous Shakespearean actor and David Belas, co-star, who has recently joined Pathe in 'Ruler of the Road,' a brand new film. It is the first picture to be shown in Hongkong of a new series produced by the house of Pathe. The Pathe Plays will be shown on Monday night…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-02-22 - 1919-02-22
Summary:

We believe that when you have seen Frank Keenan, the famous Shakespearean actor and David Belasco, who has recently joined Pathe, in 'Ruler of the Road.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-02-22 - 1919-02-22
Summary:

We have endeavoured to obtain a programme that should mark a step forward in local cinematography. We believe that when you have seen Frank Keenan, the famous Shakespearean actor and David Belasco Star, who has recently joined Pathe, in 'Ruler of the Road,' you will agree with us that…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-03-17
Summary:

There is a big attraction offering at the Coronet Theatre tonight when 'The Escape' will be screened for the first time in Hong Kong. This is one of D. W. Griffith's famous pictures. It is a story which will make people think and as usual, it is magnificently staged. Film synopsis…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-04-18 - 1919-04-18
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., tomorrow at 4.30 and 9.15 p.m., 'When a Man Sees Red.' Tomorrow at 2.15 p.m., special children's matinee. Sunday at 6 and 9.15 p.m., Joseph [sic] Jefferson in 'Rip Van Winkle,' a world-famous artist in his greatest play. Monday at 2.30, 5.…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-05-12 - 1919-05-14
Summary:

Charles Darrell's world famous melodrama 'When London Sleeps,' played by the original company. A stage play 'When London Sleeps' after a long run at the Princess of Wales Theatre. May 12-14 remarks: 'The Great Vacuum Robbery,' 'The Wild Engine,' and…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-05-13
Summary:

The management of the Coronet Theatre, in its usual enterprising manner, screened yesterday Charles Darrell's famous melodrama 'When London Sleeps' in four parts. The film version of this drama, which had been performed in almost every town in the British Isles, closely follows…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-05-23 - 1919-05-26
Summary:

Tarzan of the Apes' to be followed immediately by 'The Romance of Tarzan.' May 24 Remarks: 'Tarzan of the Apes' from the world-famous story by Edgar Rice Burroughs. Showing Twice Daily at the Coronet. Commencing Monday next. Prices: 5.15 p.m. $1.00 and 50 cents; 9.15 p.m…

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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:…