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: 1920-02-14 - 1920-02-14
Summary:

Did you ever read a rattling detective story by C. N. and A. M. Williamson entitled 'Lord John's Journal'? The whole five have been made into a picture which will be shown at the Coronet in three instalments commencing tonight.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-08-19 - 1921-08-23
Summary:

Stevenson and Ballantyne, Jack London and Louis Becke have seen it. Come tonight to the Coronet, the house where dreams come true and see D. W. Griffith's wonderful romance of the South Seas. August 19 & 20 Remarks: Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-05-11
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is going to screen Sir Gilbert Parker's 'The Right of Way' this evening. After winning him a knighthood as a novel, the photoplay promises to gain its author further renown. Bert Lytell plays the leading role. The producers and Screen Classics Inc. deserve…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-08-24 - 1922-08-24
Summary:

Louis B. Mayer presents his big super special, 'The Woman in His House.' Illustration and film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-09-20
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is going to screen the comedy success 'The Girl in the Taxi' featuring Mr. and Mrs. Carter de Haven. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-09-28 - 1922-09-28
Summary:

The Coronet: Louis B. Mayer presents Anita Stewart in 'Harriet and the Piper.' Kowloon Theatre: 'Married Life,' 'The Tip,' etc.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-09-29 - 1922-09-30
Summary:

The Coronet: Louis B. Mayer presents Anita Stewart in 'Harriet and the Piper.' Kowloon Theatre: Friday & Saturday, Sept. 29th & 30th, 'Man Woman Marriage.' Matinee 80 cents.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-12-30
Summary:

As 'Little Lord Fauntleroy' featuring Mary Pickford finishes its run at the Coronet Theatre, 'Disraeli,' a film version of a play of that name by Louis N. Parker becomes the next week's attraction at the Coronet. Featuring the charming view of life, the film is based on…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-01-13
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is going to screen 'Disraeli,' the film version of the play written by Louis N. Parker. Although the film is largely based on the many-sided career of the great Prime Minister and Peer whose name it bears, the film is not strictly historical and does deviate from the…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-01-15 - 1923-01-15
Summary:

Tonight till Saturday, George Arliss in 'Disraeli.' From the stage success by Louis N. Parker and directed by Henry Kolker. Supported by Louise Huff, Mrs. George Arliss, Reginald Denny, Margaret Dale, Henry Carvill, Fred Nicholls and Noel Tearle. Illustartion included.

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Headline: Disraeli'
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-01-15
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is screening 'Disraeli,' the film version of the play of the same name by Louis N. Parker. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-03-12
Summary:

Today, Coronet Theatre is going to screen the film version of Robert Louis Stevenson's 'Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde.' Like his other stories such as 'Treasure Island,' 'Kidnapped,' etc., the success of 'Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde' is nothing but natural.…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-06-25 - 1923-06-28
Summary:

See Mr. and Mrs. Carter DeHaven in 'Twin Beds.' Jun 25-26 Remarks: Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-06-25
Summary:

Commencing today, Coronet Theatre is going to screen 'Twin Beds.' The film is a screen version of the famous play of the same name. The couple is played by Mr. and Mrs. Carter DeHaven. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-12-15
Summary:

Today is the last showing of 'Trouble' at the Coronet Theatre. Tomorrow the attraction will be Norma Talmadge in 'The Eternal Flame,' a short story adapted from Balzac's 'Duchesse de Langaise.' The settings of France of the Louis reign are of unusual beauty.…

16
Headline: Sunday Next
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-04-09 - 1924-04-12
Summary:

Poor Men's Wives' at the Coronet. April 11 Remarks: It features Barbara La Marr, star of 'Trifling Women.' Directed by Casnier [sic]. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-04-21
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is going to screen 'Passion' this evening. The story revolves around the life of Madame du Barry, the celebrated favourite of Louis XV. The film boasts its wonderful acting, scenic grandeur and the majestic beauty. Film synopsis included.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-02-28 - 1925-03-07
Summary:

Warner Brothers present 'Beau Brummel' with John Barrymore supported by Mary Astor, Willard Louis, Irene Rich, Alec B. Francis and Carmel Myers. March 7 remarks: 'Love and Glory.'

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-03-04 - 1925-03-06
Summary:

Warner Bros. present John Barrymore in 'Beau Brummel' with Mary Astor, Carmel Myers, Irene Rich, Willard Louis, Alec Francis and Richard Tucker. Directed by Harry Beaumont, special arrangements with Mrs. Richard Mansfield, based upon the play by Clyde Fitch.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-03-23 - 1925-03-26
Summary:

Today till Thursday, Ernst Lubitsch director of 'Passion,' 'One Arabian Night,' 'Rosita' presents May McAvoy, Pauline Frederick, Marie Prevost and Lew Cody in 'Three Women.' March 25 remarks: Warner Bros. Classic of the Screen. The cast also includes…