A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-03-20 - 1918-03-21
Summary:

Tonight, 'The Great Secret,' 15th and 16th chapters. Comedies: 'Fatty at San Diego' and 'Neighbours' (Ford Sterling).

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-07-05
Summary:

The wet weather militating against an outdoor show, the Colombia Park boys from America, gave their entertainment last night in Victoria Theatre. The jazz band included Mr. Gus Levy, Messrs. McGowan, Falk, Harrison and Wesch.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-04-05
Summary:

Ford and Lady Algy' a six-reel picture, is the leading item of the Coronet programme. The picture is being shown till Thursday. It has drawn good houses so far and its popularity deserves to increase.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-05-24
Summary:

London, May 19 – Devonshire House has been purchased for a million guineas by a Londoner named Sibthorp and a Liverpool shipowner called Harrison, who will utilize a portion for a kinema of an unprecedented character, with a restaurant and dancing room attached.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-08-04
Summary:

As already briefly reported, Devonshire House, the famous mansion in Piccadilly has been sold for a million guineas. It is to be pulled down, and in its place will be built: A palatial cinema with seating accommodation for 5,000 people; A spacious dancing hall; A restaurant and tea-rooms. The…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-10-01
Summary:

The Web of Deceit,' the Edwin Carewe-Pathe feature will be shown at the Coronet Theatre commencing today till Monday. Edwim Carewe, making his debut as a producer after many years of directing, gave the picture the personal attention in every detail, and the settings are said to be…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-10-01
Summary:

The management of the Coronet Theatre promises highly dramatic entertainment tonight in 'The Web of Deceit,' starring the beautiful Dolores Cassinelli. The first picture in which Edwin Carewe figures as producer, as well as director, this Pathe features unwinds a modern society drama…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-10-02
Summary:

The Web of Deceit,' is being successfully shown at The Coronet. Miss Dolores Cassinelli makes the picture doubly interesting by faithfully portraying both roles. The other members of the cast have been carefully selected and included Mitchell Harris, Franklyn Hanna, Hugh Cameron and Letty…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-12-13
Summary:

No Italian dramas have been produced in Hongkong since the commencement of the war. Fortunately the management of the Hongkong Theatre has been successful in getting one of the finest Italian dramatic films which have been screened for a long time. There was a crowded house on Saturday to…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-12-14
Summary:

In 'The Law of Compensation,' the photo-play which drew full houses to the Coronet last night, Norma Talmadge has exceptional opportunities to display her versatile dramatic powers. Film plot included. In addition, a hearty laugh is caused by the antics of Ford Sterling in an out of…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-08-30 - 1921-08-30
Summary:

Can a good man be hypnotised into committing an evil action? Remarks: Teaser ad.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-30 - 1921-08-30
Summary:

Blind Husbands,' for two nights only at the Coronet. Illustration and plot included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-08-30 - 1921-08-30
Summary:

If not, who killed Harrison Kirk? Film title not mentioned.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-31 - 1921-08-31
Summary:

Can you solve a hypnotic mystery? Who killed Harrison Kirke?

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-01 - 1921-09-01
Summary:

After being hypnotised by Frank Leigh, George Clayton dreams that he has murdered Harrison Kirke, with who he has the evening had an unpleasant encounter. In the morning it is discovered that Kirke has indeed been murdered. Clayton believes that he has committed the crime, until detective…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-10-21
Summary:

At the Hongkong Theatre, 'The Freeze Out' starring Harry Carey was screened last night. It is directed by Jack Ford, and is supported by Helen Ferguson, J. Farrell McDonald, Joe Harris, Charles Le Moyne and Mrs. Lydia Yeamans Titus. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-10-21
Summary:

The Freeze Out,' a Universal photo-drama on life in the old west, will be shown at the Hongkong Theatre today. The film starred Harry Carey, Helen Ferguson. Ferguson was previously starring in 'The Mutiny of the Elsinore.' Other casts included J. Farrell McDonald, Joe Harris and…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-17
Summary:

Mr. Gravelle travels from place to place, giving one-night stands where there are no theatres of any kind. His regular performance consists of a moving picture show of eight or nine reels, which is held in town halls, schoolhouses, or other suitable buildings. Mr. Gravelle is one of the pioneer…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-01-31 - 1922-02-02
Summary:

At 5.15 p.m. and 9.15 p.m. performances, Francis Ford in 'The Craving.' At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Eileen Sedgwick in 'The Diamond Queen,' 8 and 9 epis. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-01-31 - 1921-02-02
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Francis Ford in 'The Craving.' Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.