A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-18 - 1919-06-19
Summary:

A new star, Virginia Pearson in 'Blazing Love,' a new style of photoplay, tonight at the Coronet. Usual prices. Booking at Robinson's.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1918-12-16
Summary:

Much interest has been aroused over a film of Mr. Lloyd George's life, which is just being completed. The story was written by Sir Sidney Low, lecturer on Imperial and Colonial history, King's College, University of London, and made into a film by the well-known producer, Mr. Maurice…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-12-23
Summary:

Sir Walter Scott wrote a highly successful English novel, the motion picture version which bids fair to eclipse the popularity of the book upon which it was founded. 'The Bishop's Emeralds' featuring Virginia Pearson, will be seen at the Victoria Theatre. It is the first of a…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-11-08
Summary:

The film portraying the life story of Mr. Lloyd George introduces a new phase in the cinema. The producers consider that the history symbolizes the spirit of the Allies. It was expected that the film would be completed in October.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-12-23
Summary:

Captain Houghton Townley's strongly dramatic and emotional novel portraying high society life in England, 'The Bishop's Emeralds' has been photo-dramatised by Virginia Pearson Photoplays Inc., and will be presented at the Victoria Theatre on Wednesday, its initial showing in…

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Headline: George Arliss
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-03-17 - 1923-03-17
Summary:

George Arliss in 'The Ruling Passion' at the Coronet today and tomorrow. Photo included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-02-03 - 1920-02-07
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., George Pearson and T. A. Welsh present Bruce Bairnsfather and Arthur Eliot's world-renowned play, 'The Better ‘Ole.' Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-10 - 1924-11-10
Summary:

Welsh-Pearson and Company Ltd. present Betty Balfour in 'Squibs M. P.' Illustration included.

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Headline: At the Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-06-19 - 1919-06-19
Summary:

Virginia Pearson in 'Blazing Love' tonight. Usual prices. Booking at Robinson's.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-06-18 - 1919-06-21
Summary:

Blazing Love' with Virginia Pearson in the leading role. Commencing tomorrow. Jun 19 remarks: Booking at Robinson's.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-06-20 - 1919-06-21
Summary:

Tonight, Virginia Pearson in 'Blazing Love' in 6 parts. Prices as usual. Booking for 9.15 p.m. at Robinson's.

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Headline: The Victoria
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-02-26 - 1920-02-27
Summary:

Tonight, Pathe presents Virginia Pearson in 'Impossible Catherine.' Also, The Bros. Graydon, 'Light Comedy Duo.' Booking at Anderson's. February 26 remarks: Virginia Pearson and Sheldon Lewis in 'Impossible Catherine.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-10
Summary:

When posterity asks about London during and after the Great War, its mentor will probably produce from a cherished strong-box Mr. George Pearson's film, 'Reveille,' so that posterity may see for itself how admirable and how reprehensible we were and are. 'Reveille' is…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-01-16 - 1913-05-02
Summary:

The proprietor of the hotel has already spent $12,000 in throughly renovating and refurnishing the premises. A piece of vacant ground adjoining the hotel may convert into an Open-Air Skating Rink, Bowling Alley or Open-Air Cinematograph Show, etc.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-19 - 1919-06-20
Summary:

June 19, 20, 21 and 22, Virginia Pearson in 'Blazing Love,' 6 parts. Prices as usual. Booking for 9.15 p.m. at Robinson's.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-15
Summary:

The Ruling Passion,' in which George Arliss takes the principal role, will be shown at the Coronet Theatre today. It is noted that George Arliss has previous been appeared on the screen in 'Disraeli.' Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1918-11-29
Summary:

Another incident had been added to the 'Lloyd George' film. The counterfeit 'Lloyd George' was conducted by a torchlight procession through the street of Carnarvon, and pictures were taken the reproduction of the declaration of the poll in 1892, when the Prime Minister was re…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-01-25 - 1919-01-25
Summary:

Caption: George Walsh Direction William Fox. Synopsis included. It will be shown at the Coronet Theatre on Monday next.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-10-18
Summary:

Beginning tonight the Star will show 'Disraeli,' which is a convincing attempt to depict a critical period in the career of the great statesman. George Arliss, the star, is an English actor, who had to go to America to make a reputation. When he made the screen adaptation, he brought…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-07-04