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: 1918-12-30
Summary:

There is a most excellent programme now running at the Coronet Theatre. It will continue for two nights more. The principal attraction is the splendid five-part film, 'The Walls of Jericho,' adapted from Alfred Sutro's play and featuring William Breese. Film synopsis included.…

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Headline: At the Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-01-14
Summary:

Samson,' the picture that is now showing at the Coronet, is a film that can be truly described as magnificent. Those who saw William Farnum in 'When a Man Sees Red' will realise of what this great artist is capable. When we say that he is every bit as good in 'Samson' we…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-01-14
Summary:

The name of William Farnum who gained a commanding position among screen artists, drew good audiences to the Coronet Theatre. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-01-20
Summary:

The Coronet yesterday was showing the Scottish picture 'The Daughter of MacGregor' of one last time and Scottish folk enjoyed it. A travel picture showing the cotton growing in Peru, and a comedy 'Nearly a Deserter' with orchestra, were also shown. Tonight Coronet is showing…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-01-28
Summary:

The Coronet Theatre was packed to the doors, last night when the first (evening) screening of William Fox's comedy 'The Yankee Way' took place. It is said that Mr. George Walsh has succeeded in giving us something new in the movie and a quite distinctive 'picture'…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-05-05
Summary:

Mr. Ray, the manager of the Coronet has a knack for pleasing his patrons by selecting 'The Desert Man' to screen and have been drawing a bumper house for the past few days. The film was starred by William S. Hart. An Essanay Comedy featuring Charlie Chaplin is also being screened.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-07-28
Summary:

The famous cinema star, William S. Hart, will be presented at the Coronet tonight in 'The Disciple.' Film plot included.

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Headline: Coronet Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-10-17
Summary:

There is another fine attraction at the Coronet. The picture is entitled 'The Blue Streak,' a 7-part production. The story of which is written by Mr. William Nigh, who also plays the leading part. Film synopsis included.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-12-10
Summary:

An excellent bit of fare is provided for the patrons of the Coronet Picture Theatre for today and tomorrow. 'All Man,' William Brady's Western drama in five parts is the principal attraction, featuring Robert Warwick and Mollie King. Film plot included. In addition, Billy West…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-12-15
Summary:

It speaks volumes for the control that the Coronet has secured over the best class of moving pictures that that house can screen in one and the same day two such pictures as 'The Plunderer' and 'Thais.' Roy Norton's red-blooded story which the former is founded. William…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-12-24
Summary:

The Heart of Humanity' to be seen tomorrow at the Coronet Theatre. The main roles are played by Dorothy Phillips and William Stowell, supporting roles by Walt Whitman, Robert Anderson, Frank Braidwood, George Hackathorn [sic], little Gloria Joy, Margaret Mann and Lloyd Hughes. Film synopsis…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-12-24
Summary:

A screen classic that critics have placed in the same category with 'The Birth of a Nation' and 'Hearts of the World' has been produced under the title of 'The Hearts of Humanity.' It will be exhibited at the Coronet tomorrow with Dorothy Philips in the principal…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-01-29
Summary:

A glance down the Picture Theatre advertisements reveals a large assortment of popular and up-to-date pictures to be seen in the Colony this week. From William Fox's dramatic items to the most amusing Christie comedies. The management of the Coronet Theatre is for every hitting on some new…

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Headline: Coronet Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-03-25
Summary:

The principal picture at the Coronet Theatre is the William Fox Million dollar spectacle 'A Daughter of the Gods.' Film review included.

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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: 1920-05-28
Summary:

Virtuous Men,' the Coronet's latest super film, is an ambitious production. It is under the direction of Ralph Ince. The cast includes such well-known names as E. K. Lincoln, Grace Darling, Robert W. Cummings, William B. Mack and Danny Hayes. Film synopsis included. In addition, the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-07-09
Summary:

There is a very strong programme today at the Coronet, including two separate star attractions: Constance Talmadge in 'A Pair of Silk Stockings' and Smiling Bill Parsons in 'Birds of a Feather.' Film synopsis of the former film is included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-07-09
Summary:

Constance Talmadge has achieved the zenith of her art in the characterization she has created in the heroine of 'Pair of Silk Stockings,' which will be shown at the Coronet today, along with a splendid Capital comedy 'Birds of a Feather,' in which 'Smiling' Bill…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-07-22
Summary:

At Coronet, in addition to Smiling Bill Parsons in a laughable Capitol comedy 'Billy's Predicament,' there is a splendid Paramount Artcraft 5-part picture, 'The Man From Painted Post,' in which Douglas Fairbanks takes the leading role. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-12-16
Summary:

An unusually entertaining programme is promised at the Coronet Theatre, beginning today and continuing the rest of the week. The principal feature is William Desmond in 'A Broadway Cowboy.' There is also a sparkling comedy 'Call a Taxi,' with 'Snub' Pollard and Co…