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: 1919-05-06
Summary:

Quite a treat is billed at the Coronet today, when Smith and Bella Jackson, negro comedians and dancers, are to take the boards. Those who have not seen negroes dance would be astonished at the graceful execution of the different Negro reels. Besides this, 'Champion Charlie,' depicting…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-05-28
Summary:

Virtuous Men,' the Coronet's latest super film, is an ambitious production. It is under the direction of Ralph Ince. The cast includes such well-known names as E. K. Lincoln, Grace Darling, Robert W. Cummings, William B. Mack and Danny Hayes. Film synopsis included. In addition, the…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-08-07 - 1920-08-07
Summary:

When Select Pictures Corporation chose the great stage success, 'The House of Glass,' as a vehicle for the talents of Clara Kimball Young, they knew that they had secured a play that would give ample scope to her perfect mastery of screen technique in addition to permitting her the use…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-01-28 - 1921-01-28
Summary:

Today till Sunday, at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., George M. Cohan in 'Seven Keys to Baldpate' in 6 reels. Eastern Cinema, Wanchai, tonight at 7.15 and 9.15, Trixie and Buttons in graceful acrobatic feats, etc, and Gibson and Doreen, novelty musical experts. Picture included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-06-08 - 1922-06-08
Summary:

The First Bebe Daniels Feature in Hongkong, 'You Never Can Tell' from the story of Grace Lovell Bryan. Directed by Chester Franklin, scenario by Tom Geraghty and Helmar Walton Bergman. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-06-08 - 1922-06-08
Summary:

Realart Pictures presents Bebe Daniels in 'You Never Can Tell,' from the Saturday evening post story of the same name by Grace Lovell Bryan, directed by Chester Franklin, scenario by Tom [sic] Geraghty and Helmer Walton Bergman. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-07
Summary:

Harold Lloyd's 'Number Please,' 'Upstairs,' in which Mabel Normand has appeared in, and a characteristic 'Snub' production, are being offered at Coronet Theatre this Weekend. While on Sunday, 'Handled With Care,' in which Grace Darmond takes the…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-10-09 - 1922-10-09
Summary:

The Coronet: Grace Darmond in 'Handle with Care.' Kowloon Theatre: George Arliss in 'The Devil.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-09 - 1922-10-09
Summary:

There is also Grace Darmond in 'Handle with Care.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-09 - 1922-10-09
Summary:

The Coronet: Grace Darmond in 'Handle with Care.' Kowloon Theatre: George Arliss in 'The Devil.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-10-09 - 1922-10-09
Summary:

The Coronet: Grace Darmond in 'Handle with Care.' Kowloon Theatre: George Arliss in 'The Devil.'

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

The Coronet: Grace Darmond in 'Handle with Care.' Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9.15, Madge Kennedy in 'Leave It to Susan.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-10 - 1922-10-10
Summary:

The Coronet: Grace Darmond in 'Handle with Care.' Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9.15, Madge Kennedy in 'Leave It to Susan.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-10-10 - 1922-10-10
Summary:

The Coronet: Grace Darmond in 'Handle with Care.' Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9.15, Madge Kennedy in 'Leave It to Susan.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-12-31 - 1923-12-31
Summary:

The Coronet: Last performances today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15, Constance Talmadge in 'Dangerous Business,' a First National attraction, and Buster Keaton in 'One Week.' The Star: Tonight at 5.30 & 9.15, Izako, Russian Court Conjurer and Grace Darmond in 'The…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-09-24
Summary:

That there are thrills concealed in the prosaic motor struck, as well as in the graceful lines of the racing motor car is proved by Wallace Reid's picture, 'What's Your Hurry?' which comes to the Coronet Theatre this evening as the feature attraction for the next three days.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-10-21 - 1924-10-24
Summary:

Mary Pickford in 'Tess of the Storm Country,' from the novel by Grace Miller White, directed by John S. Robertson, photography by Charles Roshes. Illustration included. October 24 Remarks: With special musical setting. Come hear the music at ordinary prices.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-05
Summary:

Imagine Rudolph Valentino standing over a gas stove pouring olive oil into a frying pan. Having imagined this, just the same grace and poise that he uses in waving a muleta at an angry Spanish bull in 'Blood and Sand,' his first Paramount star picture, comes to the Coronet Theatre…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-03-06
Summary:

John Barrymore, paragon of actors, graces the screen this week at the Coronet Theatre in the starring role of 'Beau Brummel.' Film synopsis included. The supporting cast consists of Mary Astor, Willard Louis, Irene Rich, Alec B. Francis, Carmel Meyers [sic], William Humphreys, Richard…