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: 1920-03-15
Summary:

There is a splendid picture programme tonight at the Coronet, presented by Mr. Ray. There is firstly a most interesting British Gazette with the Lord Mayor's Show, the visit of the Shah of Persia to England and the Celebrations of the first anniversary of the Armistice; and, to pass by for…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-03-16 - 1920-03-16
Summary:

Yesterday we told you about 'The Code of the Yukon,' today we let you know that 'Start Something,' Harry Pollard's first Rolin comedy, is alone worth the full price of admission at the Coronet.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-10-01
Summary:

The management of the Coronet Theatre promises highly dramatic entertainment tonight in 'The Web of Deceit,' starring the beautiful Dolores Cassinelli. The first picture in which Edwin Carewe figures as producer, as well as director, this Pathe features unwinds a modern society drama…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-10-02
Summary:

The Web of Deceit,' is being successfully shown at The Coronet. Miss Dolores Cassinelli makes the picture doubly interesting by faithfully portraying both roles. The other members of the cast have been carefully selected and included Mitchell Harris, Franklyn Hanna, Hugh Cameron and Letty…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-11-05
Summary:

No expense seems to have been spared in the production of the uproarious comedy 'Captain Kidd's Kids,' which is being screened at the Coronet, and which features the inimitable Harold Lloyd in the role of a prospective bridegroom, with Bebe Daniels and Harry Pollard. Film plot…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-02-26
Summary:

Edgar Lewis is an apostle of the outdoor picture, and he believes that it is the motion picture that can and should bring the great outdoors to the city-bound. He has produced a number of outdoor pictures, and the latest one is 'Sherry.' 'Sherry' is a photodramatization of a…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-04-18 - 1921-04-22
Summary:

At 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, today till Thursday, for four days only, 'Pirate Gold' episodes 3 and 4. Also Pathe Review, Harry Pollard Comedy and British Gazette.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-04-18 - 1921-04-18
Summary:

Tonight till Thursday, positively four nights only, episodes 3 and 4 of 'Pirate Gold.' Also showing Harry Pollard in 'Park Your Car,' British Gazette and Pathe Screen Magazine. Illustration included.

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Headline: Coronet Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-04-27
Summary:

A splendid all-star Benjamin B. Hampton photodrama, 'The Money-Changers,' comes to the Coronet tonight. Using the basic theme of Upton Sinclair's novel, 'The Money-Changers,' Mr. Sinclair and Mr. Hampton wrote a new story for the screen. The cast included Robert McKim,…

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Headline: Tonight
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-07-14 - 1921-07-14
Summary:

The commencement of a Coronet super season: Norma Talmadge in 'The Woman Gives'; Anita Stewart in 'Mind-the-Paint Girl'; Charles Ray in 'Peaceful Valley'; Mildred Harris in 'Polly of the Storm Country.' All First National attractions. See special…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-13 - 1921-09-15
Summary:

Today at 9.15 p.m., 'Reputation.' At 2.30 and 5.15 p.m., Mildred Harris in 'Polly of the Storm Country,' a First National Attraction.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-02-20 - 1922-02-20
Summary:

Tonight, Mildred Harris Chaplin in 'The Inferior Sex,' an entrancing six-part comedy drama and a First National attraction.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-02-20
Summary:

The Inferior Sex,' based on the same name by Frank Stayton, and produced for First National, comes to the Coronet Theatre. Mildred Harris Chaplin, the wife of the famous Charlie, sustains the leading role. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-02-25
Summary:

The Inferior Sex,' in which Mildred Harris Chaplin takes the leading role, will be shown at the Kowloon Theatre tomorrow after the success at the Coronet Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-01 - 1922-06-01
Summary:

Geo. H. Davis presents 'The Heart of the North,' featuring Roy Stewart, assisted by Louise Lovely, a Harry Revier production. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-13
Summary:

Home Talent,' a Mack Sennett production, will be shown at the Coronet Theatre. At the same time, Larry Semon as 'The Head Waiter' is an excellent second string. Besides, at the Kowloon Theatre, the weekly dance will be further enhanced tonight by the introduction of several…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-07-04 - 1922-07-04
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, 'The Woman and the Puppet' in 7 reels. Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9 p.m., negligee dance. Mrs. Harry Woods has kindly consented to play waltz, Pearl of the Pacific.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-07-26 - 1922-07-26
Summary:

Violet Heming, Wanda Hawley, Bebe Daniels, Mildred Reardon, Margaret Loomis, Clara Horton, Theodore Roberts, Irving Cummings, Monte Blue and one hundred beautiful girls form the cast of 'Everywoman.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-04-02
Summary:

Dr. Jack,' featuring Harold Lloyd and Mildred Davis, will be the attraction at the Coronet Theatre all this week. Film synopsis included.

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

Dr. Jack,' in which Harold Lloyd and Mildred Davis take the main parts, is now showing at the Coronet Theatre. Film plot included.