A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-12-06 - 1918-12-07
Summary:

There are some tales that above others have a universal appeal to the young. One of the first to arise in the minds of children is 'Jack and the Beanstalk,' and this Mr. Fox has chosen for the first of his 'Pictures for the Kiddies.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-12-06 - 1918-12-07
Summary:

There are some tales that above others have a universal appeal to the young. One of the first to arise in the minds of children and those who follow them is 'Jack and the Beanstalk,' and this Mr. Fox has chosen for the first of his 'Pictures for the Kiddies.' But, to carry…

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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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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-11-08
Summary:

Dr. Lim Boon Keng, who is going to Amoy in connection with the University to be erected there, arrived in Hongkong. The Coronet Theatre was pleased to welcome Dr. Lim among its guests last evening. Dr. Lim is interested in cinematograph films and is Chairman of Directors of the Far Eastern Films…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-02-20 - 1920-02-20
Summary:

Producer, star and story all combine to make 'Polly of the Circus' a great photoplay. You have seen 'The Auction Block,' 'Thais' and 'Dodging a Million,' so you know what the name Goldwyn means on a picture; you have not yet forgotten the wonderful acting…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-05-03 - 1920-05-03
Summary:

Tonight at 7.15 p.m., Elmo Lincoln, who won your favour as 'Tarzan of the Apes' in episodes 1 and 2 of Universal's latest serial 'Elmo the Mighty.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-12-24 - 1920-12-24
Summary:

Today till Friday at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, four times daily, Universal-Jewel $500,000 production deluxe, Priscilla Dean in 'The Virgin of Stamboul.' Ring up 1743 now. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-02-05
Summary:

Daddy Long Legs,' the motion picture of the great story by Jean Webster, in which Mary Pickford can be seen at the Coronet, is an attraction which will have universal appeal. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-12
Summary:

Reputation' the Universal super feature which is to be shown at the Coronet Theatre will establish Priscilla Dean as the actress of the screen. This is the opinion of reviewers in other cities who have seen the production and who say that it excels even 'The Virgin of Stamboul'…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-19 - 1921-10-22
Summary:

A Man and His Money' with Tom Moore and Seena Owen, a delightful Goldwyn comedy. Also showing ‘Snub' Pollard in 'Cash Customers' and a universal number of the Topical Budget.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-08-11 - 1922-08-11
Summary:

The Coronet: At 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Constance Talmadge in 'Two Weeks.' Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9.15 p.m., University of California Jazz Band at the Special Dance. Tickets $2 at Moutrie's.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-11 - 1922-08-11
Summary:

The Coronet: 2.30, 6.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Constance Talmadge in 'Two Weeks.' Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9.15 p.m., University of California jazz band at the special dance. Tickets $2 at Moutrie's.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-08-11 - 1922-08-11
Summary:

The Coronet: 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Constance Talmadge in 'Two Weeks.' Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9.15 p.m., University of California Jazz Band at the special dance. Tickets $2 at Moutrie's.

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Headline: Way Down East'
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-04 - 1922-11-04
Summary:

The window through which Griffith has looked into the soul of universal woman.

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

Douglas Fairbanks is back again at the Coronet in another United Artists super film, and, believe us, it is a corker! See 'His Majesty, the American.' Usual prices. Sunday, January 7th, by universal request, 'Thy Soul Shall Bear Witness.' Monday to Wednesday, January 8 to 10…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-04-26
Summary:

Human Hearts,' the Universal-Jewel feature, starring House Peters, is to begin at the Coronet on Friday. Film synopsis included.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-04-27 - 1923-04-27
Summary:

Tonight till Tuesday, Universal-Jewel presents House Peters and a wonderful cast in the great play, 'Human Hearts,' from the stage success by Hal Reid. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-04-28 - 1923-04-28
Summary:

House Peters and a wonderful cast in the great play, 'Human Hearts,' a Universal-Jewel presented by Carl Laemmle, directed by King Baggot. Together with Baby Peggy in 'Chums.' Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-05-21 - 1923-05-21
Summary:

At the Coronet: Tonight till Saturday at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Carl Laemmle presents Priscilla Dean, supported by Herbert Rawlinson, in 'Conflict,' Universal-Jewel super production. Illustration included. The Star: Today and tomorrow at 5.30 p.m., the great Griffith film,…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-06-11 - 1923-06-12
Summary:

Do you know this Trademark? When you see it on a film, you know that you can expect a tiptop picture! There is no other such guarantee in the world of moving pictures as a First National Attraction. June 11 Remarks: The ad didn't mention Coronet Theatre's name. June 12 Remarks: In the…