A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-01-08
Summary:

Last night at the theatre, the 5-part Pathe play 'Runaway Romany' was screened. This interesting film depicts Marion Davis in the title role. Other attractions are the British Gazette, 'Zizi,' a comedy and an orchestra which discourses popular music. Tomorrow, Haddon Chamber…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-05-05 - 1919-05-08
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Smith and Bella Jackson, Negro comedians and dancers. Also, a fine comedy film programme, including Charlie Chaplin in 'Champion Charlie.' Harold Lloyd in 'Luke's Preparedness Preparations,' Roscoe Arbuckle in 'The Alarm' and Syd…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-05-09 - 1919-05-10
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Norma Talmadge in 'The Social Secretary.' Pathe British Gazette, Nos. 520-521. (The British Fleet in German waters.) 'Teddy at the Throttle.' Smith and Jackson at them or with them – you have to laugh. Booking at Robinson's. May 10 Remarks…

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Headline: The Kinemas
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-05-12
Summary:

The Victoria Theatre has been getting full houses with 'The Waifs,' a Gladys Hulette picture that appeals, and for a Wiffle comic. The Coronet Theatre is full every night also, Smith and Bella Jackson were the 'drawers.' The pictures are striking. The Hongkong Theatre has a…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-01-19
Summary:

William Fox presented William Farnum in a romantic drama 'Battle of Hearts' with Lilian Marion as the leading role. This fine film is being screened in Hongkong Theatre since last Saturday and will run till Tuesday. Film synopsis included. The serial film 'Red Ace' starring…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-05-22
Summary:

Two big attractions will be shown at the Hongkong Theatre from today up to Tuesday. They are 'A modern Enoch Arden' in which Joe Jackson is the prime mover in an exciting and interesting comedy, and 'Bright Lights,' featuring Mabel Normand. In addition to the two films…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-05-22 - 1920-05-25
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Triangle-Keystone present two big attractions, Joe Jackson in 'A Modern Enoch Arden' and Mabel Normand in 'Bright Lights.' Seats should be booked in advance.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-02-05 - 1921-02-09
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Select Pictures presents 'The Belle of New York' featuring Marion Davies.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-02-10 - 1921-02-11
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Pauline Frederick in 'Double Crossed' in 5 parts. At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Marion Davies in 'The Belle of New York.'

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

The Kowloon Theatre's first dance of the season is to take place tonight. The jazz band of the 'President Jackson' is to provide music.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-10-17 - 1922-10-19
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Marion Davies in 'The Burden of Proof.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Charles Hutchison in 'Double Adventure' episodes 14 and 15 (final). Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-03-15
Summary:

The Cinema Murder' which the management of the Star Theatre in Kowloon is presenting to the patrons today is a screen version of a well-known novel by E. Phillips Oppenheim. The film starred Marion Davies and Nigel Barrie. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-03-15 - 1923-03-16
Summary:

The Coronet: George Arliss in The Ruling Passion and Topical Budget. The Star: Today at 5.30 and 9.15, Marion Davies in The Cinema Murder in 6 reels.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-03-17 - 1923-03-17
Summary:

The Coronet: George Arliss in The Ruling Passion and Topical Budget. The Star: Today at 5.30 and 9.15, Marion Davies in The Cinema Murder. Sunday at 6 and 9.15, Black Is White.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-03-24
Summary:

With tonight's screening the highly successful season of 'My Wild Irish Rose' at the Coronet comes to an end. Tomorrow the picture gives place to an entertaining film entitled 'The Cinema Murder' which features Marion Davies and is being shown just for one day. 'The…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-06-16
17
Headline: Personalities
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-06-23
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-11-17
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-01-12
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-01-13 - 1924-01-13
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.30 and 9.15, 'Forbidden Fruit.' Prices: 2.30, usual; 5.30, $1 and 60 cents; 9.15, $1.50 and $1.00. Tomorrow at 6 and 9.15, Marion Davies in 'April Folly' and Felix, the Cat in '50-50.'