A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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101
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-03-12
Summary:

Today, Coronet Theatre is going to screen the film version of Robert Louis Stevenson's 'Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde.' Like his other stories such as 'Treasure Island,' 'Kidnapped,' etc., the success of 'Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde' is nothing but natural.…

102
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-03-20
Summary:

Star Theatre is screening 'Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde,' a film version of R. L. Stevenson's novel. Children are not to be admitted to the screening of this film. However, tomorrow night, for the special benefit of the youngsters, Charlie Chaplin's comedy entitles 'Carmen…

103
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-04-02 - 1923-04-03
Summary:

Sun. 1st to Tue. 3rd April at 5.15 & 9.15 p.m., Edith Roberts in 'The Unknown Wife.' At 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., 'Lightning Bryce,' Mon. epis. 1, 2 & 3; Tue.-Thur., epis. 4 & 5. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

104
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-04-10 - 1923-04-10
Summary:

The Coronet: Showing till Wed. at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Nazimova in 'A Doll's House.' The Star: Tue. & Wed. at 5.30 and 9.15, 'Double Bill,' Robert Warwick in 'An Adventure in Hearts,' and 'A Sailor Made Man.'

105
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-04-11 - 1923-04-11
Summary:

The Coronet: Wed. to Mon. at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Max Linder in 'The Three Must Get Theres.' The Star: Tue. & Wed. at 5.30 and 9.15, 'Double Bill,' Robert Warwick in 'An Adventure in Hearts,' and 'A Sailor Made Man.'

106
Headline: Intolerance
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-04-13 - 1923-04-25
Summary:

April 13-14 Remarks: Teaser ads. The ads didn't mention the theatre's name, surmised from other ads. April 21 Remarks: The greatest picture of all time, 'Intolerance' will be shown at the Star. The cast includes Lilian [sic] Gish, Mae Marsh, Seena Owen, Constance Talmadge,…

107
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-05-19 - 1923-05-21
Summary:

Commencing Monday, May 21st at 9 p.m. for three nights only, Bandman's Eastern Circuit Ltd. Presents Robert Courteneidce [sic] & W. E. Holloway's London Comedy and Dramatic Company in the following successess. Mon. 21st May, Claud Allister, Cherry Hardy, W. E. Holloway and Leslie…

108
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-06-14
Summary:

Until Saturday, Coronet Theatre is going to screen the film version of Robert W. Chambers' novel entitled 'The Turning Point,' featuring Katherine MacDonald. The film is a First National production. Film synopsis included.

109
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-06-16 - 1923-06-16
Summary:

The Coronet: Tonight only, Katherine MacDonald in Robert W. Chambers' greatest novel, 'The Turning Point,' The B. A. T. Coy's Snappy News Reel, and Century Comedy. Commencing Tomorrow, Mary Pickford in 'The Love Light,' a United Artists super attraction.…

110
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-08-18
Summary:

Coronet Theatre recently screened 'Hunting Big Game in Africa.' Now the theatre is going to screen the photoplay entitled 'Nanook of the North' which gives a detailed view into the life of the Arctic Region. The photoplay was taken by Mr. Robert J. Flattery [sic] who spent a…

111
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-08-22
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is screening the Pathe Eskimo production 'Nanook of the North.' The picture was taken by R. J. Flattery [sic], five times leader of Sir William Mackenzie's expeditions and provides a detailed view of human life in the North Pole. The scenes are located in the…

112
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-11-29 - 1923-12-01
Summary:

Thur. 29th & Sat. 1st Dec. at 5.15 p.m. & 9.15 p.m., 'The Man of the Forest' with Robert McKim, Claire Adams and Carl Gantvoort. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre. November 29 Remarks: Another ad. on page 7, it's a Benj. B. Hampton production, released by W. W.…

113
Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-02-01 - 1924-02-04
Summary:

Today, Estelle Taylor in 'Thorns and Orange Blossoms.' February 4 Remarks: Last performances, the cast also includes Kenneth Harlan and Edith Roberts.

114
Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-02-02 - 1924-02-04
Summary:

Today only at 5.30 & 9.15, Charlie Chaplin in 'The Pilgrim.' At 2.30, Eddie Polo in 'Cap'n Kidd.' Tomorrow at 6 & 9.15, Robert Warwick in 'The Fourteenth Man.' February 2 Remarks: On page 6, another ad on the film 'The Fourteenth Man,'…

115
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-03-14
Summary:

Star Theatre is going to screen Robert W. Chambers' 'The Fighting Chance' for the first time this evening.

116
Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-03-24 - 1924-03-27
Summary:

Tonight till Thursday, March 24 to 27 at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15 p.m., Rex Beach's 'Fair Lady,' featuring Betty Blythe, Gladys Hulette, Robert Elliot [sic] and Thurston Hall. March 26-27 Remarks: An United Artists production.

117
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-04-05 - 1924-04-08
Summary:

Teaser ads for the film 'The Woman Who Fooled Herself.' April 5 & 7 Remarks: The ads didn't mention the theatre's name, surmised from other ads. April 7-8 Remarks: May Allison and Robert Ellis lead the film. April 8 Remarks: Illustration included.

118
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-04-08
Summary:

Tomorrow, World Theatre will be screening the Edward A. MacManus-Associated world drama entitled 'The Woman Who Fooled Herself.' The film features May Allison, who being wanted for comic films due to her looks, wanted to prove her capabilities in a drama. The picture was produced in…

119
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-04-11
Summary:

World Theatre is currently showing 'The Woman Who Fooled Herself,' featuring May Allison and Robert Ellis. The film was written by Charles A. Logue who has put on a gripping story that has charm, action and plot. Miss Allison appears to play a heavy dramatic role in it. The film…

120
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-05-05 - 1924-05-14
Summary:

Friday, May 9th, farewell return visit of 'The Quaints,' in the latest London comedy successes. May 9th, 'Silhouttes.' May 10th, 'Wanted a Smile.' May 11th, 'The Beggar's Opera.' May 12th, 'Underground to Anywhere.' May 13th, 'Nine O…