A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Coronet Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-11-05
Summary:

A magazine story by Kenneth L. Roberts entitled 'Good Will and Almond Shells' forms the basis for the Metro five-reel feature, 'The Shell Game,' now being shown at the Coronet Theatre. Henry Kolker and Emmy Wehlen played the main roles. The supportive cast included Joseph…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-02-14 - 1920-02-14
Summary:

You may know him as the writer of 'Lord John's Journal,' edited by L. N. and A. M. Williamson. He is an amateur detective and believe us, he is some sleuth. The Coronet have secured some pictures with this versatile Briton in the principal role and will present the first tonight…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-11-13
Summary:

The special production will be revealed at the Coronet on Sunday next. Mme. Nazimova is seen as the star in this production, 'Eye for Eye,' a story based on Henry Kistemaeker's drama. The cast included Charles Bryant, Donald Gallagher, Sally Crute and E. L. Fernandez.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-02-23
Summary:

The inimitable Harold Lloyd last night provided the fun of the evening at the Coronet in a fine comedy which featured also his new partner, Mildred Davis. A doctor newly launched into practice, a secret home-distillery, and a girl patient formed the ideas for this latest Lloyd comedy, which this…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-02-23
Summary:

About twelve months ago, Harold Lloyd entered the ranks of big league screen comedians when he presented his 'Bumping into Broadway.' Now, 'High and Dizzy' is the first of a new series. And by watching it, perhaps one will see how Harold made his hair stand on end, just as…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-04-04
Summary:

The Weekend programme at the Coronet is about the following: the British Gazette, Goldwyn's Lampoons (No.1), a Bray cartoon, 'Help Wanted-Male' featuring Blanche Sweet, and the Snub Pollard in 'Rock-a-Bye Baby.' Besides, 'The Empire of Diamonds' is going to be…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-28
Summary:

Mr. H. W. Ray writes: The solution of the little puzzle given in the last issue is 'Nazimova in the Brat,' which picture will be screened at the Coronet Theatre on Saturday. Correct solutions were received from Messrs Luis M. Ozorio, L. C. Bristow, J. Montalto, F. X. da Silva, and J. H…

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Headline: Everywoman
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-07-24 - 1922-07-29
Summary:

Violet Heming, Wanda Hawley and Bebe Daniels in 'Everywoman.' July 27 Remarks: Jesse L. Lasky presents 'Everywoman,' a Paramount-Artcraft picture. Illustration included.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-07-27 - 1922-07-27
Summary:

Tonight till Sunday, Jesse L. Lasky presents 'Everywoman,' by arrangement with Henry W. Savage with Violet Heming, Theodore Roberts and Wanda Hawley, a Paramount-Artcraft picture in eight reels. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-07-29 - 1922-07-29
Summary:

Four nights only, Monday to Tuesday next, a great program, including 'The 1922 Derby' with slow motion pictures of the finish. Also Blanche Sweet in a tip-top 5-reel comedy, 'Her Unwilling Husband' and Harold Lloyd in his three-part special $100,000 comedy, 'Now or Never…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-09-27 - 1922-09-27
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, for one day only, Maurice Tourneur presents 'The Last of the Mohicans,' an American drama eternal by James Fenimore Cooper, directed by Maurice Tourneur and Clarence L. Brown. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-14
Summary:

Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde,' a film version of the story written by R. L. Stevenson with the same name, is the current attraction at the Coronet Theatre. The principal role is by Mr. John Barrymore. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-11-09
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-02-23
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-07-05 - 1924-07-05
Summary:

Jesse L. Lasky presents Rudolph Valentino and Agnes Ayres in 'The Sheik,' a George Melford production, a Paramount super special attraction.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-07-16 - 1924-07-16
Summary:

Commencing Friday, July 18, Jesse L. Lasky presents 'The Sheik,' with Agnes Ayres and Rudolph Valentino, a George Melford production, Paramount picture. Illustration included.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-07-18 - 1924-07-18
Summary:

Commencing today at 5.15 and 9.15 only, Jesse L. Lasky presents 'The Sheik,' with Agnes Ayres and Rudolph Valentino, a George Melford production, Paramount picture. Prices: $2.00 and $1.00. At 2.30 and 7.15 at usual prices, May Allison in 'The Walk-Offs.' Illustration…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-07-19 - 1924-07-21
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15, tomorrow at 6 and 9.15, Jesse L. Lasky presents 'The Sheik,' with Agnes Ayres and Rudolph Valentino, a George Melford production, Paramount picture. Increased prices: $2.00 and $1.00. Today at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. only, May Allison in 'The Walk-Offs' and…

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Headline: Forever
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-08-02 - 1924-08-05
Summary:

August 2 Remarks: Teaser ads for the film 'Forever.' The ads didn't mention the theatre's name, surmised from other ads. August 4 Remarks: Commencing tomorrow at the Coronet. August 5 Remarks: Adolph Zukor presents Elsie Ferguson and Wallace Reid in 'Forever,' a…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-02 - 1924-08-02
Summary:

Wallace Reid and Elsie Ferguson in 'Forever,' a Paramount picture, based on the novel by George Du Maurier. Also Myrtle Stedman and Marguerite De La Motte in 'The Famous Mrs. Fair,' a Metro picture.