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: 1919-02-22 - 1919-02-22
Summary:

Frank Keenan: the famous Shakespearean actor and David Belas, co-star, who has recently joined Pathe in 'Ruler of the Road,' a brand new film. It is the first picture to be shown in Hongkong of a new series produced by the house of Pathe. The Pathe Plays will be shown on Monday night…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-03-29
Summary:

Yesterday afternoon at the private studio of Messrs Pathe Freres, the members of the Press and a few of the Officers of the Knox's Mission were shown the film that will be shown at the Coronet Theatre next week: 'The Surrender of the German Fleet.' There are also some good…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-11-15
Summary:

Tonight at the Coronet, the performance will be open by the little orchestra. Following is an excellent topical film, with very interesting strike scenes in London and a beautiful Metro drama, 'The Comeback' featuring the late Harold Lockwood. Furthermore, there's the latest…

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Headline: Coronet Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-02-12
Summary:

Kidder and Co.' [sic] is to be screened. The film is produced by the Diando Film Corporation, featuring Bryant Washburn. Harold Lloyd is appearing in 'Pinched.' A Pathe coloured film entitled 'A Japanese Temple' will prove delightfully picturesque and instructive…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-02-28 - 1920-03-03
Summary:

Today, 'The Honor System.' At 7.15 p.m., 'The Circus King,' episodes 5 and 6. March 1 remarks: By the courtesy of Messrs. Pathe, 'The Honor System' for three more nights. Tonight and tomorrow matinee, Goldwyn's comedy 'Dodging a Million' in 7 parts.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-04-14 - 1920-04-17
Summary:

Pioneer Film Co. presents 'The Long Arm of Mannister' featuring Henry B. Walthall in 7 parts, also ‘Snub' Pollard in 'How Dry I Am' and Pathe News. April 14 Remarks: On page 5, another ad. on E. Phillips Oppenheim's 'The Long Arm of Mannister' in 7 parts,…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-09-21 - 1920-09-21
Summary:

Extra special attraction, The Bandman Comedy Co. on the screen. By kind permission of Maurice E. Bandman. Other performers include Leonard Stephens, Carl Lawson and Beryl Barraclough. 'Lumpy Wins the Calcutta Sweep' in three side splitting reels.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-09-21
Summary:

Mr. Ray has been fortunate in securing the first Indian film, produced in Calcutta, entitled 'Lumpy wins the Calcutta Sweep.' This is a two-reel comedy bristling with good humour. The principal artistes taking part in the film are Leonard Stephens, Carl Lawson and Beryl Barraclough, of…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-12-16
Summary:

An unusually entertaining programme is promised at the Coronet Theatre, beginning today and continuing the rest of the week. The principal feature is William Desmond in 'A Broadway Cowboy.' There is also a sparkling comedy 'Call a Taxi,' with 'Snub' Pollard and Co…

10
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-17
Summary:

The Coronet last night departed, for a change, from its 'big feature' in favour of a nicely varied programme. The Pathe British Gazette proved unusually interesting, a Christie comedy proved full of fun and a 'novelty reel' raised chuckles. One of the biggest pictures was…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-09-17
Summary:

A review on the acting of Pauline Frederick in 'The Peace of Roaring River,' which being shown at the Coronet. The film also co-starred by Hardee Kirkland and Lydia Yeamans Titus. A comedy and Pathe's British Gazette are also included in the programme.

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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…

13
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-02-01
Summary:

The Manager of Messrs Liggett and Myers was summoned before Mr. R. E. Lindsell at the Magistracy yesterday for exhibiting a poster on Government property without a permit. Mr. E. H. Ray [sic], of the Coronet Theatre, appeared on two summonses of the same nature. He was fined $1 on each summons.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-06-23 - 1923-06-23
Summary:

The only theatre in town with any claim whatever to be considered cool is the Coronet, where the temperature is always from 2 to 4 degrees lower than that outside. Our cooling plant supplied by Anderson Meyer and Co. guarantees this.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-07-30
Summary:

After seeing this wonderful film screened at the Coronet over the weekend, it is a magnificent picture. 'Hunting Big Game in Africa' is something quite out of the run of ordinary films. Messrs. Snow, the two American hunters responsible for the film, have made a name for themselves in…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-08-22 - 1923-08-22
Summary:

In response to the many queries of our patrons as to why we did not increase our prices for 'Nanook of the North.' We have to give credit to Messrs Pathe Orient for their very reasonable charge for this picture.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-10-03 - 1923-10-05
Summary:

The Coronet: Today, Charles Ray in 'A Tailor Made Man' [sic] at 2.15, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15. Usual prices. The Star: Today at 5.30, 'An Accidental Honeymoon.' At 9.15, Forbes Russell Comedy Co.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-10-03 - 1923-10-04
Summary:

The Coronet: Today 2.15, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Charles Ray in 'A Tailor-Made Man.' Usual prices. The Star: Today at 5.30, 'An Accidental Honeymoon.' At 9.15, Forbes Russell Comedy Co. in 'Romance.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-10-03 - 1923-10-03
Summary:

The Coronet: Charles Ray in 'A Tailor-Made Man.' At 2.15, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15. Usual prices. The Star: Tonight at 5.30, 'An Accidental Honeymoon.' At 9.15, Forbes Russell Comedy Co. in 'Romance.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-10-04 - 1923-10-04
Summary:

The Coronet: Charles Ray in 'A Tailor-Made Man.' At 2.15, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15. Usual prices. The Star: Tonight at 5.30, 'An Accidental Honeymoon.' At 9.15, Forbes Russell Comedy Co. presents 'Bluebeard's Eighth Wife.'