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: 1919-03-25 - 1919-03-25
Summary:

Great credit is due to Thos. A. [sic] Ince, the director, for the manner in which he has handled a very charming story. Parts two and three might have been coarse and suggestive in less experienced hands. Mr. Ince has most successfully carried through a daring situation with delicacy and…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-02-02 - 1920-02-17
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. February 2 Remarks: On page 5, another ad. on 'The Better 'ole' featuring…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-03-29
Summary:

The Sack of Rome' continues to draw capacity houses at the Coronet Theatre. The producer previously produced 'Quo Vadis.' The Coronet Orchestra, with Mr. A. Scheninam at the piano, adds greatly to the enjoyment of this film masterpiece.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-05-30 - 1921-05-31
Summary:

At 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, V. R. C. Sports, 'The Lost City' episodes 1 and 2 and Charlie Chaplin in 'The Bank.' The Coronet programme is shown in Canton at the Sincere Theatre. Today's programme includes episodes 1 and 2 of 'Pirate Gold.'

5
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-06-01
Summary:

Lost City' film has detracted attention from the local pictures at the Coronet. The serious countenance and attitude of President Logan at the V. R. C. sports are faithfully reproduced; but nor more vividly life-like than the little drama played by Mr. Thomas Meek and Mr. Mitchell.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-06-01 - 1921-06-02
Summary:

V. R. C. Sports, 'The Lost City' episodes 1 and 2, and Charlie Chaplin in 'The Bank' at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15.

7
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-07-28 - 1921-07-30
Summary:

Patrons are requested to visit the Empire, late Woping (opposite Central Market), tonight at 5.15 and 9.15, Anita Stewart in Sir A. W. Pinero's 'Mind the Paint Girl.' Also, Humorist's Derby and Canton from the air. July 28 Remarks: Another ad. on page 5. The First National…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-03-10 - 1922-03-11
Summary:

The Coronet: 'The Heart of Maryland.' Kowloon Theatre: William A. [sic] Hart in 'Border Wireless.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-04-11 - 1922-04-11
Summary:

The Coronet: Tonight, visit of the prince of wales and 'What Women Will Do.' Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9, Cabaret dance. Tickets $1.00.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-04-12 - 1922-04-12
Summary:

The Coronet: Anna Q. Nillson [sic] in 'What Women Will Do.' Also the Visit to Hongkong of H. R. H. the Prince of Wales. Kowloon Theatre: At 5.45 and 9.15, 'The Luck of the Irish' in 7 parts and Topical Budget.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-04-13 - 1922-04-15
Summary:

The Coronet: Anna Q. Nillson [sic] in 'What Women Will Do.' Also the Visit to Hongkong of H. R. H. the Prince of Wales. Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9.15, 'The Deep Purple.'

12
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-04-26 - 1922-04-26
Summary:

The Coronet: 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, 'A Perfect Crime.' Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 5.45 and 9.15, Wesley Barry in 'Dinty' and V. R. C. Regatta. Slightly increased prices.

13
Headline: Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-06-19 - 1922-06-19
Summary:

Screening at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. only from today to Saturday (ordinary prices), Constance Binney in Something Different, adapted from the novel by Alice Duer Miller, directed by R. William Neill, scenario by Kathryn Stuart. Plot included. Also Henry Lehrman's comedy 'A Game Lady,'…

14
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-11-03
Summary:

Passion's Playground' is coming to Coronet today. The film is starred by Katherine MacDonald. The picture has been adapted from the read story 'The Guests of Hercules' by C. N. and A. M. Williamson.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-12-02 - 1922-12-02
Summary:

Tonight till Monday, Pauline Frederick in the screen version of Sir A. W. Pinero's 'A Slave of Vanity.'

16
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-06-04 - 1923-06-04
Summary:

The Coronet: 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Mildred Harris in 'Old Dad,' 'Shanghai Races, May 1923,' by courtesy of B. A. T. and Screen Magazine. The Star: Adele Blood in 'Anna Christie.' Tickets: $3, $2 and $1. Booking at Moutrie's. 5.30 matinee, Mary…

17
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-06-11 - 1923-06-13
Summary:

Interport cricket, the Lincheng affair and the rowing at Henli make up the B. A. T. Topical, which is showing with 'Love Honour and Behave.'

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Headline: Coronet Program
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-07-10 - 1923-07-12
Summary:

Just Dogs' is a 2-part comedy played entirely by animals. 'The Perfect Woman' shows Constance Talmadge. Town Topics: British-American Tobacco Coy's local film.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-07-28 - 1923-08-03
Summary:

Commencing tonight, 'Hunting Big Game' in Africa with Gun and Camera by H. A. Snow. Prices: 2.30, $1.00 and 50 cents; 5.15, $1.50 and 80 cents; 7.15, 80 and 40 cents; 9.15, $2.00 and $1.00. July 28 Remarks: Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-07-30
Summary:

Hunting Big Game in Africa,' which ran well in London Pavillion, is now showing in Coronet. It was produced by Mr. H. A. and Sid Snow. Production details included.