Episode number 1 of Series “Unknown Chaplin”.
The first of a trilogy throwing new light on Chaplin’s career in films. This part covers the period in which he made twelve 2 reel comedies. Using footage selected from previously uncut rushes, the progression of Chaplin’s ideas is uncovered and insight is given into his working methods. Narrated by James Mason. Rated: G
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ACMI Identifier
323900
Language
English
Audience classification
G
Subject categories
Advertising, Film, Journalism, Mass Media & TV → Chaplin, Charlie, 1889-1977
Advertising, Film, Journalism, Mass Media & TV → Motion picture actors and actresses - Biography
Advertising, Film, Journalism, Mass Media & TV → Motion picture producers and directors - Biography
Advertising, Film, Journalism, Mass Media & TV → Motion pictures - History
Documentary → Documentary films - Great Britain
Music & Performing Arts → Motion picture actors and actresses - Biography
People → Chaplin, Charlie, 1889-1977
People → Motion picture actors and actresses - Biography
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Black and White and Colour
Holdings
VHS; Access Print (Section 1)