A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-12-31
Summary:

The first 'super' film at the Coronet Theatre, 'Jack and the Beanstalk,' which has been succeeded at the evening presentation by another Fox film, 'The Walls of Jericho.' The film has wonderful acting and photography. Film synopsis included. Also, an amusing comedy…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-01-16 - 1919-01-18
Summary:

January 16th, 17th, 18th and 19th, the Famous Players' fine production, 'The Daughter of MacGregor' and 'Nearly a Deserter.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-01-17 - 1919-01-18
Summary:

Today at 5.15 p.m. to 7.45 p.m., special engagement of the Pilipino string band and a splendid picture programme including the charming 5-part Famous Players' production, 'The Daughter of MacGregor' (which will be screened at 6 p.m.). Usual prices.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-01-17
Summary:

Scots folks should see 'The Daughter of MacGregor' now appearing at the Coronet Theatre. The location of the scenes – in Scotland and Florida – is arresting, by reason of its very simplicity at times, thus giving that variety so essential nowadays in the successful photoplay.…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-01-21
Summary:

Enterprise and success usually go hand in hand and there is every reason to anticipate that the Coronet's new enterprise of giving a 'continuous' performance will be crowned with success. Briefly, the scheme is this: Those who are in their seats at the matinee performance at 5.15…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-01-28
Summary:

At the Coronet Theatre last night the management showed 'The Yankee Way' for the first time and everyone regard it as the best picture ever shown in Hongkong. There are also other pictures, included a Pathe colour picture 'The Mountains of Auvergne' and Max Linder comedy…

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Headline: Coronet Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-01-30 - 1919-01-30
Summary:

Owing to the great success of 'The Yankee Way,' we are continuing this most hilarious of photoplays for three nights longer. To avoid disappointment, book your seats in advance and at Robinson's.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-02-08
Summary:

Large and appreciative audiences were at the Coronet last night. A picture with six-part 'A Sister of Six' and comic 'The Game Old Knight' was shown. There was also an interesting Gazette and the orchestra which is always worth hearing. Booking for the 9.15 performance is at…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-02-12 - 1919-02-12
Summary:

A short while ago we introduced to you a new Fox Star – George Walsh – and everything that we said about him fourteen crowded houses corroborated. Tomorrow we shall show upon the screen at the Coronet another actor of eminence, but of an entirely different style – William S. Hart – in a…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-02-13 - 1919-02-13
Summary:

A short while ago we introduced to you a new Fox star, George Walsh and everything that we said about him fourteen crowded houses corroborated. Tonight, we shall show upon the screen at the Coronet another actor of eminence, but of an entirely different style, William S. Hart in a wonderful…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-02-22 - 1919-02-22
Summary:

We have endeavoured to obtain a programme that should mark a step forward in local cinematography. We believe that when you have seen Frank Keenan, the famous Shakespearean actor and David Belasco Star, who has recently joined Pathe, in 'Ruler of the Road,' you will agree with us that…

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Headline: Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-02-24 - 1919-02-24
Summary:

Pathe's latest acquisition, Frank Keenan, in a fine five-part photoplay 'Ruler of the Road.' Booking at Robinson's. Coronet Theatre, Tonight!

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Headline: Coronet Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-02-24 - 1919-02-24
Summary:

Tonight, Pathe's latest acquisition, Frank Keenan in a fine 5-part photoplay, 'Ruler of the Road.'

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-03-17 - 1919-03-17
Summary:

You will recognise the truth the lessons conveyed in W. D. [sic] Griffith's big photoplay 'The Escape.' A photo of the film included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-03-28
Summary:

The management of the Coronet advertised this undoubtedly fine Triangle production as the finest photoplay they had ever seen. Film synopsis included.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-05-01 - 1919-05-01
Summary:

William S. Hart in 'The Desert Man.' The screen's most popular star in a great photoplay. Better than 'Hell's Hinges'.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-05-01 - 1919-05-01
Summary:

William S. Hart in 'The Desert Man,' the screen's most popular star in a great photoplay. Better than 'Hell's Hinges.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-05-01 - 1919-05-01
Summary:

William S. Hart in 'The Desert Man.' The screen's most popular star in a great photoplay, better than 'Hell's Hinges.'

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-05-12 - 1919-05-14
Summary:

Charles Darrell's world famous melodrama 'When London Sleeps,' played by the original company. A stage play 'When London Sleeps' after a long run at the Princess of Wales Theatre. May 12-14 remarks: 'The Great Vacuum Robbery,' 'The Wild Engine,' and…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-05-12 - 1919-05-12
Summary:

Charles Darrell's 'When London Sleeps,' played by the original company. Commencing tonight at the Coronet.