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: 1919-12-24
Summary:

The Heart of Humanity' to be seen tomorrow at the Coronet Theatre. The main roles are played by Dorothy Phillips and William Stowell, supporting roles by Walt Whitman, Robert Anderson, Frank Braidwood, George Hackathorn [sic], little Gloria Joy, Margaret Mann and Lloyd Hughes. Film synopsis…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-12-30
Summary:

About a year ago the famous house of Pathe, in announcing its intention to enter the big feature field, gave out a list of 'Extra Selected Star Photoplays,' each of which would feature a well-known and popular player, and for the production of which would be called into play all of the…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-01-05
Summary:

The second of a notable series of productions made by Frank Keenan, in which he appears as the star, opened its run at the Victoria Theatre yesterday. It is called 'Gates of Brass.' Mr. Keenan has surrounded himself with a cast of exceptional ability, including Lois Wilson, George…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-01-05
Summary:

In 'Gates of Brass' to be shown tonight at the Victoria Theatre, Frank Keenan gives one of the most fascinating and powerful performance on the screen. He is supported by Lois Wilson, George Fisher, Clyde Benston [sic], Edwin Tilton, Lillian Langdon and Frank De Loan. The play is…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-01-14
Summary:

Blind Man's Luck,' which is being shown now at the Victoria Theatre, is constructed on the plan typical of other features produced by the Astra Company. George Fitzmaurice has given the picture a production in accord with his usual fine work, while Mollie King is a charming heroine.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-02-03
Summary:

The enterprising Coronet management has secured a British photoplay and this popular little theatre will be filled tonight, for the picture is no other than 'The Better ‘Ole,' adapted from the play which had such a successful run at the Oxford Theatre in London and which in turn had…

87
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-02-04
Summary:

George Fawcett and Myrtle Stedman will appear in the 'The Majesty of the Law' in five long reels. The show will run till Friday night in Hongkong Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-02-06
Summary:

The recent pictures which have been screened at the Hongkong Theatre during this last week have proved their popularity. A remarkable production is a five reel film entitled 'The Majesty of the Law,' featuring George Fawcett. It is announced that the next change of programme will…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-02-26
Summary:

In presenting 'The Honor System' tonight, the management of the Coronet adds one more to the long list of super-productions they have shown at that popular house of entertainment. The first-class players included George Walsh, Gladys Brockwell and Miriam Cooper. Like several of the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-03-25
Summary:

One of the best films ever produced by William Fox, now being screened at the Hongkong Theatre, and entitled 'Blue Blood and Red,' is a thrilling picture of love and adventure. The story is written and the production directed by R. A. Walsh, and his brother, George Walsh with Doris…

91
Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-04-19
Summary:

The management of the Coronet claims that in the fourth special programme of their 'Super-season' they are presenting the most attractive picture that has yet been thrown upon a cinema screen in the Colony. The first item is the ever-popular Pathe Gazette, which shows Carpentier just…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-04-20
Summary:

A Day's Pleasure,' and 'Upstairs' is funning in the enjoyable programme at the Coronet. Film reviews included. In addition, Georges Carpentier illustrates in 'The Gazette' his knockout blow to Beckett. The programme will be repeated tonight.

93
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-05-17
Summary:

Hearts of Men,' in which George Behan takes the leading role, is being screened at the Hongkong Theatre at matinee and night performances. At the 7.15 performances until Wednesday the fifth and sixth episodes of the serial 'The Carter Case' are being shown.

94
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-05-22
Summary:

Sir John Simon was recently elected by the Yorkshire Liberal Federation meeting at Bradford as its chairman for the ensuing year. In his address, he warned the delegates that they had chosen as spokesman one who, according to Mr. Lioyd George, was a persistent critic of the Coalition Government…

95
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-06-08
Summary:

From tomorrow up to Friday night the London Film Co. presents a beautiful photoplay entitled 'Called Back' in four reels, with Hugh Conway taking the leading role and George L. Tucher writing the screenplay. 'The Bridge of Death,' will also be screened during the week. Some…

96
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-06-19
Summary:

A brilliant emotional artiste gives a powerful portrayal in a dual role of the latest Artco production, which is showing at the Hongkong Theatre tonight. 'The Capitol' is a play of social and political Washington, with many of its scenes enacted in the nation's capital. Arthur F.…

97
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-08-31
Summary:

Tarnished Reputations,' which began its four days engagement at the Coronet Theatre yesterday, is a typical Dolores Cassinelli picture. Written by its producer, Leonce Perret, it is a series of dramatic punches. The cast included Albert Roscoe, George Deneubourg and Ned Burton. Film…

98
Headline: Kinema Notes
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-10-11
Summary:

A beautiful Paramount picture, 'A Road Impresario,' presenting George Beban, together with an excellent comedy, 'Very Much Alive,' are the current attraction at the Hongkong Theatre.

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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: 1921-03-03
Summary:

Those who visited the Coronet last night, undoubtedly came away with the satisfaction of knowing that 'Thirty a Week' thoroughly deserves the reputation that has preceded it here. The film starred Tom Morre and Tallulah Bankhead. Film plot included. Another programme includes the first…