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: 1921-08-20 - 1921-08-20
Summary:

Wherever moving pictures are shown the name of D. W. Griffith is a name to conjure with! A new Griffith production is a screen event of the first importance. You remember the splendours of 'Intolerance' and that masterpiece, unforgettable 'Hearts of the World,' 'Way Down…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-20
Summary:

The other week were published in the North-China Daily News particularly relating to the unaccountably early showing of two Charlie Chaplin features in Shanghai, 'The Kid' last summer and 'The Idle Class' during the present month. It was shown that Ramos Amusements Ltd. had…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-16
Summary:

The famous Griffith picture 'Way Down East' was surrendered this month to Mr. George Mooser, representative of the United Artists Corporation. It marked the first victory of the United Artists Corporation in the fight being waged against motion picture film piracy. For background…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-02
Summary:

Charlie Chaplin, in the flesh, will be in Hongkong next March, accompanied by Mary Pickford and Douglas Fairbanks. Efforts will also be made to induce D. W. Griffith to join the party. This news was given yesterday by Mr. George Mooser, a well-known play producer and film manager. He is the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-02
Summary:

In the motion picture production of 'Way Down East,' David W. Griffith spent ten months to take the scenes. Moreover, the producer has followed closely the original stage drama tale of Lottie Blair Parker and Joseph R. Grismer, and the elaborations occur in the visualising the big…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-07
Summary:

It has been remarked by many people who have seen 'Way Down East,' D. W. Griffith's most popular picture, that the barn dancing seen in the performance has all the suggestion of the 'real thing.' In turn, Charles F. Bishop is the square dance fiddler presented in the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-09 - 1922-11-10
Summary:

The biggest thrill in motion pictures! One of the many thrilling scenes in D. W. Griffith's 'Way Down East.' Illustration included. November 10 Remarks: Booking at Moutrie's.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-10 - 1922-11-10
Summary:

This week is Talmadge week. Tonight till Saturday, we are screening Constance Talmadge in 'Good References.' All next week we shall present 'Way Down East.' Daily at 2.15, 5.30 and 9 p.m. Prices: 2.15 p.m., $1.20 and 90 cents; 5.30 and 9 p.m., $2.00 and $1.00. Special musical…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-10
Summary:

Way Down East,' a production of David Wark Griffith based on the old play by Lottie Blair Parker, will come to the Coronet Theatre on Monday. David Wark Griffith is known for 'The Birth of a Nation,' 'Intolerance,' 'Broken Blossoms,' and 'Hearts of the…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-15 - 1922-11-15
Summary:

The greatest thrill in moving pictures, 'Way Down East.' Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-18 - 1922-11-18
Summary:

The pride of the moving picture industry! The greatest photoplay ever thrown on the screen! 'Way Down East.'

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Headline: Films Out East
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-30
Summary:

To the Editor S. C. M. Post – Mr. Ray's reply on the 'Films Out East' article. He has an opposite view. About China as a dumping ground for junk films. He hardly thinks Paramount, Realart, and Fox productions are to be classed in that category. He mentioned that the Coronet showed…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-01-05
Summary:

Homespun Folks' will be shown at the Kowloon Theatre today. Except that it cannot boast anything so sensational as that wonderful ice scene it very nearly rivals 'Way Down East' in the sympathy and appeal of its intensely human story. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-01-06
Summary:

Douglas Fairbanks will disappear from the Coronet screen when 'His Majesty the American' is shown for the last time on Saturday night – but not for long. He will be back again on Monday in 'The Three Musketeers' for another three days. In turn, Sunday's picture will be…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-01-11 - 1923-01-11
Summary:

The great Thos. Ince film, 'Homespun Folks,' a First National attraction. It is in the same class as 'Way Down East.' Also screening Larry Semon in 'The Bell Hop.'

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-01-11 - 1923-01-11
Summary:

The great Thos. Ince film, 'Homespun Folks,' a First National picture. It is in the same class as 'Way Down East.' We are also screening Larry Semon in his latest two-part comedy, 'The Bell Hop.'

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Headline: Homespun Folks'
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-01-11
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is screening for the first time 'Homespun Folks' which highlights the beautiful landscape of rural American life. Appealing to human emotions, the picture becomes a rival to 'Way Down East.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-03-21
Summary:

Coronet Theatre announced the film selection competition result. The result disclosed that 'Way Down East,' 'The Three Musketeers' and 'The Kid.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-30
Summary:

True Heart Susie' is being shown at the Star Theatre today and tomorrow. It is a picture of much the same type as 'Way Down East.' It is also a D. W. Griffith production and the leading parts are portrayed by Lilian Gish and Robert Harron, who made his name in 'The Birth of a…