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"Charlie Chaplin" - David Robinson Charlie Chaplin is well known for his films, but little is known about his private life. This biography tells of his childhood in the London music halls, his stardom in silent film, his work as writer, director and producer, and his often troubled private life. |
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"Charlie Chaplin" - Georgia Hale, Heather Keirnan Georgia Hale was Chaplin's constant companion during the years 1928-1931, she became part of his social circle meeting people as diverse as Ralph Barton and Albert Einstein. This memoir effectively ends with Chaplin's marriage in 1943 to Oona O'Neill. |
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"The Life and Times of Charlie Chaplin" - Robyn Karney |
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Charlie Chaplin - City Lights (1931) A comedy-drama in which a tramp falls in love with a blind flower girl; when he discovers that her sight could be restored, he tries to raise money for an eye operation. Silent (with music). |
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Charlie Chaplin - Limelight (1952) Moving story of an ageing music hall star who befriends a young ballerina who has attempted suicide. |
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Charlie Chaplin - Modern Times (1936) A satirical look at America during the Depression, and the effects of mass production on the lives of ordinary working folk. |
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Charlie Chaplin - Monsieur Verdoux (1947) A middle-aged man murders wives for their money. An off-beat comedy, originally released in 1947. |
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Charlie Chaplin - The Gold Rush / Pay Day (1942/22)
In 'Gold Rush' Charlie Chaplin stars as a gold prospector and in 'Pay Day' Chaplin plays a labourer. |
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Charlie Chaplin - The Great Dictator (1940) Charlie Chaplin portrays a Jew and the dictator Adenoid Hynkel. |
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Charlie Chaplin - The Kid / The Idle Class (1921/22)
In 'The Kid' a tramp adopts an abandoned baby. In 'The Idle Class' a tramp is mistaken for the husband of a lady. Silent. |