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Originally Posted by The_Return
...I'm sorry:o
I figured you'd be the first to jump on that one. I really can't say why I've never got into his work...just never ran across much of it around here, I guess. But after watching this documentary, I realize just what I've been missing, and I need to rectify the situation ASAP.
I tried to watch The Fugitive (1947) last night - TCM was showing it directly after the documentary - but by that point it was almost 1 a.m. and I just couldn't keep my eyes open. Don't worry though...I'll be getting some of his stuff as soon as I possibly can.
EDIT - Just noticed that I forgot to post a flick I watched a couple days ago...should get a little bit back into your good books Alky.
Modern Times (1936)
Another shameful admission: this was my first exposure to Chaplin :o. No, I had never seen a Charlie Chaplin picture before...but after taking in this masterpiece, I have to see more.
I loved every second of it...brilliant sight gags, great story telling, just all-around perfect entertainment. Chaplin just about blew me away, what an amazing performer. He doesn't just steal the show, he literally takes control of every single frame he's in. Absolutely spectacular.
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Ah, excellent! Now, in this order, watch
The Gold Rush and then
City Lights. It'll be like an orgasmic Chaplin climax.
But be warned: make sure, make EXTRA SURE that the version of
The Gold Rush you watch is the original silent version released in 1925. In the forties he released a re-cut version featuring a voice-over narration, and it is much less enjoyable; for some reason, this version seems to be the more prominant film seen by casual viewers these days, which is a damn shame. The Warner 2-disc DVD has both features on it.
And
City Lights...well, it's one of the most indescribable movie experiences of all time.
And Elvis- you should follow suit, buddy!