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: 1919-08-02
Summary:

The management of the Coronet Theatre is to be congratulated on screening last night of D. W. Griffith's spectacular drama 'Intolerance.' Detailed film review included. There will be a late car tonight after the show at the Coronet.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-08-18
Summary:

Hearts of the World' the supreme triumph of D. W. Griffith, who made 'Intolerance,' to be presented at the City Hall for a short period under the management of the Coronet Theatre. Film synopsis included. Booking at the Moutrie's.

123
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-08-19
Summary:

Detailed review and film synopsis of D. W. Griffith's 'Hearts of the World' featuring the Gish sisters, Lillian and Dorothy, with Robert Harron, George Fawcett and others. Mr. Ray is presenting the film at the theatre Royal tonight. Seats can be booked at Moutrie's.

124
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-08-21
Summary:

In consequence of unavoidable circumstances 'Hearts of the World' was shown at the Coronet Theatre last night instead of at the City Hall. The picture is one of the famous Griffith films and is a selection of 12,000 feet from ten times that amount. Film synopsis included.

125
Headline: At the Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-08-21
Summary:

A detailed film review of a Mr. Lloyd George's Picture was shown in Coronet Theatre. The film was produced by Griffith.

126
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-09-06
Summary:

The writer asked whether there is a good picture theatre in Malaga, and 'The Pasqualini' is the best in Spain, with the best films.

127
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-10-30
Summary:

Mr. D. S. Levy, Manager of the Hongkong Theatre, and Mrs. Levy, are leaving by the Empress of Russia today for Shanghai.

128
Headline: Coronet Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-11-05
Summary:

A magazine story by Kenneth L. Roberts entitled 'Good Will and Almond Shells' forms the basis for the Metro five-reel feature, 'The Shell Game,' now being shown at the Coronet Theatre. Henry Kolker and Emmy Wehlen played the main roles. The supportive cast included Joseph…

129
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-11-07
Summary:

Mr M. K. Lo yesterday applied to Mr R. E. Linesell for the rehearing of the case in which the manager of the Ko Shing Theatre had been fined $100 for overcrowding in the theatre and obstructing the gangway. He said that the manager of the theatre could prove that the number of excess theatre-…

130
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-11-25
Summary:

News from N. C. D. N. – The manager of the cinema company which reached Shanghai last week en route for Peking and Mongolia in search of romantic scenes for a million dollar production, 'The Lotus Petal,' saw possibilities of good 'business' in the Autumn Race Meeting and…

131
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-12-05
Summary:

The beginning of the winter finds the British film in a much stronger position. The article included opinions from Mr. William A. Brady and also talked about the British productions. One of the most important development is the formation of the Alliance Company, which has purchased probably the…

132
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-12-18
Summary:

Among the items of entertainment offered at the Variety Entertainment in connection with the Cabaret on Saturday afternoon are songs by Mr. R. A. Green, who has already created a deep impression among music lovers in Hong Kong. The talented Misses Young and Miss Winnie Lawson have also kindly…

133
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-01-31
Summary:

An interesting prosecution was made yesterday when the manager of the Wo Ping Theatre, was charged by the P. W. D. with unlawfully allowing 239 people to sleep on the premises. Defendant said that since the last prosecution against him for a similar offence, he had made other arrangements for…

134
Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-02-18
Summary:

The Auction Block' which proved so popular at the Coronet Theatre a few weeks ago, is to be screened again tonight. It is a Rex Beach production in seven parts and features Rubye De Remer. Commencing of Saturday, partons will have an opportunity of seeing Mae Marsh, the actress who was in D…

135
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-02-26
Summary:

In presenting 'The Honor System' tonight, the management of the Coronet adds one more to the long list of super-productions they have shown at that popular house of entertainment. The first-class players included George Walsh, Gladys Brockwell and Miriam Cooper. Like several of the…

136
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-02-28
Summary:

It was now been definitely decided that the Victoria Theatre is to be closed. On March 31st performances will cease and the following day operations will be commenced to demolish it. It is ten years since it was opened as a Variety and Cinema Theatre and during that time it has been one of the…

137
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-03-25
Summary:

One of the best films ever produced by William Fox, now being screened at the Hongkong Theatre, and entitled 'Blue Blood and Red,' is a thrilling picture of love and adventure. The story is written and the production directed by R. A. Walsh, and his brother, George Walsh with Doris…

138
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-04-02
Summary:

The first 1920 production to be shown on a local screen will be presented at the Coronet tonight in 'Lord and Lady Algy,' Goldwyn's adaption of the famous play by R. C. Carton. The cast included Tom Moore, Naomi Childers and William Burress. Film synopsis included. In addition,…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-04-05
Summary:

Highly appreciative of the good fare offered have been the large audiences that have assembled at the Coronet during the holidays to see Goldwyn's delightful screen version of R. C. Carton's sporting comedy 'Lord and Lady Algy.' With this picture, the Coronet is inaugurating…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-04-09
Summary:

A tea dansant was given by the Hon. Mr. E. D. C. Wolfe, Captain Superintendent of Police, at the gymnasium in the new Police quarters yesterday and was largely attended by men of the various ranks. Several interesting cinema films were exhibited.