Fine sequences in which Charlie Chaplin embroiled in an extended sabre duel with a rival, poses lackadaisie-ally amidst the clashing weapons. In the final scene is quite alike story of Othello.
Charles Chaplin, Edna Purviance, Ben Turpin
The opera "Carmen" is spoofed by Chaplin as he plays a soldier sent to catch a band of gypsies in the south of Spain, only to fall in love with their leader, the seductive Carmen. Chaplin shot this as...( read more
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August 25, 2008
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January 9, 2007
There were actually 2 versions of this film released. The first was the original 2-Reel version from 1915 and the second was the "feature length" version released in the 1920's by Essanay with added footage having nothing to do with Chaplin. I am rating Chaplin's original 2-reel ...( read more)
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January 4, 2007
as long as its not scatchy at the wrong speed. and it must have sutable music with.
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