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: 1918-12-31
Summary:

The first 'super' film at the Coronet Theatre, 'Jack and the Beanstalk,' which has been succeeded at the evening presentation by another Fox film, 'The Walls of Jericho.' The film has wonderful acting and photography. Film synopsis included. Also, an amusing comedy…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-01-16 - 1919-01-18
Summary:

January 16th, 17th, 18th and 19th, the Famous Players' fine production, 'The Daughter of MacGregor' and 'Nearly a Deserter.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-01-17 - 1919-01-18
Summary:

Today at 5.15 p.m. to 7.45 p.m., special engagement of the Pilipino string band and a splendid picture programme including the charming 5-part Famous Players' production, 'The Daughter of MacGregor' (which will be screened at 6 p.m.). Usual prices.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-01-28
Summary:

At the Coronet Theatre last night the management showed 'The Yankee Way' for the first time and everyone regard it as the best picture ever shown in Hongkong. There are also other pictures, included a Pathe colour picture 'The Mountains of Auvergne' and Max Linder comedy…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-02-08
Summary:

Large and appreciative audiences were at the Coronet last night. A picture with six-part 'A Sister of Six' and comic 'The Game Old Knight' was shown. There was also an interesting Gazette and the orchestra which is always worth hearing. Booking for the 9.15 performance is at…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-02-20 - 1919-02-22
Summary:

February 20th, 21st, 22nd and 23rd 1919, Douglas Fairbanks in 'Reggie Mixes In'; 'Crooked to the End'; British Gazette No. 488. Booking at Robinson's.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-03-20 - 1919-03-22
Summary:

March 20th, 21st, 22nd and 23rd at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Mrs. Vernon Castle in 'The Mysterious Client' and Charlie Chaplin in 'Easy Street.' Booking at Robinson's.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-05-12 - 1919-05-14
Summary:

Charles Darrell's world famous melodrama 'When London Sleeps,' played by the original company. A stage play 'When London Sleeps' after a long run at the Princess of Wales Theatre. May 12-14 remarks: 'The Great Vacuum Robbery,' 'The Wild Engine,' and…

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

Charles Darrell's 'When London Sleeps,' played by the original company. Commencing tonight at the Coronet.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-05-19 - 1919-05-22
Summary:

May 19th, 20th, 21st and 22nd at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Mrs. Vernon Castle in 'The Girl from Bohemia,' 'Caught at His Own Game' and British Gazette Nos. 526-527. Booking at Robinson's.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-05-19 - 1919-05-19
Summary:

1. 'The Symbol of Sacrifice,' in 7 parts (10,000 feet) produced by African Film Productions Ltd and dealing with Zulu War; 2. 'A Turf Conspiracy,' a Broadwest all-British super-productions on Nat Gould's novel and featuring England's foremost cinema stars, Violet…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-07-16 - 1919-07-18
Summary:

July 16th, 17th and 20th, 1919, Edna May in 'Salvation Joan' in 7 parts. Booking (for 9.15 p.m.) at Robinson's. July 18 Remarks: Tomorrow at 11 a.m. and 2.30 p.m., 'My Four Years in Germany.' Prices: 60 cents and 30 cents.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-07-26 - 1919-07-26
Summary:

Tonight, Elinor Glyn's enthralling love drama 'Three Weeks' embodying all the exciting adventure that made the novel the most universally popular romance of the century. Booking at Robinson's.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-07-29 - 1919-07-31
Summary:

Tonight, William S. Hart in 'The Disciple' and two Capital [sic] Comedies. The big Trans-Atlantic Serial in 17 episodes 'The Bull's Eye' featuring Eddie Polo: episode 1, 'First Blood' and episode 2, 'The Fearless One.' Also comedies. Booking at…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-08-18 - 1919-08-21
Summary:

August 18th, 19th, 20th and 21st at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., William Farnum 'The Man from Bitter Roots' and 'Luke on Tin Can Alley.' August 20 & 21 Remarks: 9.15 p.m., 'Hearts of the World.' Booking at Moutrie's.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-10-22 - 1919-10-25
Summary:

Metro presents Emily Stevens in 'Outwitted,' 6 thrilling reels of love and revenge, played by the clever company who have amused you so much in 'The Wager.' October 22 remarks: Paramount Pictograph new series.

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Headline: At the Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-10-22 - 1919-10-22
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Metro presents Emily Stevens in 'Outwitted,' 6 thrilling and fantastic reels of love and revenge, spiritualism and high finance played by the clever company who have amused you so much in 'The Wager.' Illustration included.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-11-03
Summary:

The management of the Coronet Kinema still goes on from strength to strength and triumph to triumph, the latest achievement being the screening of that masterpiece of the film producer's art, 'The Auction Block.' Film plot included. Booking is at Robinson's.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-11-18 - 1919-11-20
Summary:

November 18th to 20th at 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Olga Petrova in 'Extravagance.' Also Napierkowska in 'Caligula.' Usual prices. Booking at Robinson's. November 18 Remarks: Another ad. on page 5.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-11-18 - 1919-11-20
Summary:

November 18th to 20th at 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Olga Petrova in Metro's comedy drama, 'Extravagance.' Napierkoska [sic] in 'Caligula.' Usual prices. Booking at Robinson's. November 18 Remarks: On page 5, another ad. on the films.