A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-09-03 - 1919-09-08
Summary:

Metro presents Lionel Barrymore in 'His Father's Son.' Booking at Robinson's.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-11-22
Summary:

Mr. Lionel Phillips F.R.G.S. writes: Ten years ago, when the first film to travel east of the Suez was shown in Bombay, there were few who prophesied success for the moving picture in the Orient. It was argued that the Eastern mind was too child-like to follow the rapid changes thrown upon the…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-01-05 - 1920-01-07
Summary:

Tonight we are showing Lionel Barrymore in a typical Metro wonderplay 'The Brand of Cowardice.' Also, another of those fine Christie comedies. On Thursday, we shall present Frank Keenan in 'The Master Man.' January 5 remarks: At 7.15 p.m. 'Sporting Life.' '…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-07-29 - 1924-07-29
Summary:

The Coronet: Today till Thursday at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15, W. D. [sic] Griffith's 'Judith of Bethulia.' Chinese Education Film, 'Safety First,' and Topical Budget 667. The Star: Today and tomorrow at 5.30 & 9.15, Mariam [sic] Cooper in 'Kindred of the Dust…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-09-11 - 1924-09-13
Summary:

The Coronet: Today till Saturday at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15 p.m., Bert Lytell, May McAvoy and Betty Compson in 'Kick In.' The Star: Today till Saturday at 5.30 & 9.15 p.m., Wallace Reid and Lois Wilson in 'The World's Champion,' supported by Lionel Belmore and W…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-10-18 - 1924-10-22
Summary:

October 18 Remarks: Teaser ad for the film 'Enemies of Women.' The ad didn't mention the theatre's name, surmised from other ads. October 20 Remarks: The author, Vicente Blasco Ibanez, also wrote 'The Four Horsemen.' The cast includes Lionel Barrymore, Alma Rubens,…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-10-24 - 1924-11-01
Summary:

Starting Sunday, Oct. 26th. the supreme film spectacle of the age, 'Enemies of Women,' with Lionel Barrymore and Alma Rubens, a Cosmopolitan production. Booking at Moutrie's and the Star. October 24-29 Remarks: Film plot and illustration included. October 25 Remarks: It is written…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-10-29 - 1924-11-01
Summary:

The Rustle of Silk' with Betty Compson and Conway Tearle. A Paramount picture. Film plot and illustration included. October 29 Remarks: Another ad. on page 4. The cast also includes Anna Q. Nilsson. November 1 Remarks: Last showing today. Tomorrow at 6, 7.30 & 9.15, Lionel Barrymore in…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-11-03 - 1924-11-03
Summary:

The Coronet: Today & tomorrow, Lionel Barry More [sic] in 'The Face in the Fog,' supported by Seena Owen and Lowell Sherman. The Star: Tuesday only, Mary Pickford in 'Tess of the Storm Country,' with special musical setting.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-11-04 - 1924-11-04
Summary:

The Coronet: Final showing today, Lionel Barry More [sic] in 'The Face in the Fog,' supported by Seena Owen and Lowell Sherman. The Star: Today & tomorrow at 5.15 & 9.15 p.m., Norma Talmadge in 'Ashes of Vengeance,' with special musical setting.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-11-04
Summary:

World Theatre will be screening 'Behind the Curtain' for the last time today. Mary Pickford's 'Mary Ain't Guilty' commences its run tomorrow. 'Kean' continues until Thursday at the 2:30 and 7:15 shows. Queen's Theatre, on the other hand, is screening…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-12-31
Summary:

Queen's Theatre will be screening a First National attraction 'Oliver Twist' starring the child actor Jackie Coogan. The film is produced by Sol Lesser, directed by Frank Lloyd and is presented by a company of celebrities like Lon Chaney, Gladys Brockwell, Lionel Belmore. The film…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-02-02 - 1925-02-02
Summary:

Mary Philbin in 'Fool's Highway' a Universal Jewel! Also, Manila Vaudeville Co. Lionel Barrymore in 'The Master Mind,' a First National attraction.

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-02-03 - 1925-02-05
Summary:

Entire new programme by Manila Vaudeville Co. presenting Misses Miami, Dimples and Millie, and the Alabama Bros. Also, Lionel Barrymore in 'The Master Mind,' a First National Attraction.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-02-03
Summary:

Queen's Theatre will be screening Lionel Barrymore's latest photoplay 'The Master Mind.' Film synopsis included. The Manila Vaudeville Co. is the added attraction at the theatre.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-02-05
Summary:

Yesterday, Queen's Theatre screened an Associated First National attraction, 'The Master Mind,' featuring Lionel Barrymore who is famous for his quality acting and historic art. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-02-16 - 1925-02-17
Summary:

Grumpy' has delighted generations of playgoers in every English speaking country in the world. It is headed by Theodore Roberts and May McAvoy. February 17 remarks: Our own Topical. Lionel Barrymore in 'I Am the Man,' a thrilling story of a crooked politician.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-02-16
Summary:

Last night, Star Theatre screened 'I Am the Man' featuring Lionel Barrymore. The theatre will continue to screen the film till Wednesday.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-02-18 - 1925-02-18
Summary:

Lionel Barrymore in 'I Am the Man.' The thrilling story of a crooked politician who tries his hand in the much more perillous game of love. Tonight only.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-05-11 - 1925-05-16
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 2.30, 5 sharp and 7.05 p.m., John [sic] Barrymore in 'Enemies of Women' in 11 reels. Tonight at 9.30 p.m., under the distinguished patronage of his excellency, the Governor, 'The Epic of Everest.' May 14-16 Remarks: On 'Enemies of Women' only…