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• Carlos M

  
  A heartbreaking silent comedy re-released with a narration by Chaplin himself that adds to the story instead of standing in the way. It features several classic and memorable scenes in one single film, some of them quite moving and others extremely funny.

• Chris W

  
  Disclaimer: I actually watched two versions of this, the original, uncut silent version from 1925 that runs 96 minutes (given today's projection speeds), and the re-release version from the 1940s which includes spoken narration written and performed by Chaplin himself, which has… More
  Disclaimer: I actually watched two versions of this, the original, uncut silent version from 1925 that runs 96 minutes (given today's projection speeds), and the re-release version from the 1940s which includes spoken narration written and performed by Chaplin himself, which has a 69 minute running time. I'm not really sure which one I liked better. The original drags on (or seems that way), but with the re-release, sometimes the spoken narration, though amusing, is way on the nose and a little overbearing. It's shorter, but doesn't always feel that way. I think I might like the original more, though regardless, I'm gonna be honest and say that this film (regardless of version) is overrated. Yeah, I know it's a sin to say such a thing, but I can't help it. I still really enjoyed it, and yeah, it's a wonderful landmark piece of art, but it didn't really seem all that hilarious to me. Maybe it's just because silent films aren't my thing. I saw a few before I watched The Artist, but that film kinda made it really hard for me to appreciate the real deal. I think I appreciate the silent era more than I actually enjoy it. In the broad annals of history though, this film is undeniably important, but as an isolated piece of entertainment, it's great, but not a Full 5. Chaplin does his usual schitck here, though this time his Tramp character is credited as The Lone Prospector (even though he retains his trademark outfit), and the film follwos him as he tries to cash in on the adventure of seeking gold in the Yukon. Leave it to Chaplin to make struggling through some major hardships funny. Not only do he and other desperate men have to deal with their own greed and mistrust of one another, but they have to fight off the elements, starvation, and just general madness. And yes, a lot of this is really funny and amusing. This is one of those films that's been so influential that when you finally see it, you're like, "Oh, so THAT's where this funny bit comes from!" This happened quite a bit while watching this, and I'm mostly referring to the fork/dinenr roll dance seqeunce, hallucinating that someone is a piece of food and trying to eat them, and being in cabin teetering on the edge of a cliff over certain doom. I swear, this film must be in the Top 5 of Most Influential/Ripped Off List. Seeing the bits in their original context is great though, and Chaplin and crew are tremendous when it comes to slapstick. I'm not really that big a fan of this type of humor, but I know the good stuff when I see it. Probably my favorite bit is where two guys are fighting over a shotgun whose barrel always end up pointed at The Lone Prospector, no matter where he moves around to. It's a scream. Are far as the technical aspects of things, this is also a top notch producction. Yeah, it hasn't aged wonderfully, but that is part of the charm, and that's what, I think, makes it more endearing than just the humor. It's sad how much the modern age and digital technology can take away from the hard work and artistry of the filmic craft. Okay, I'm getting rambly. You should probably see this, if only for default reasons, but even then, it's a really good film. Like I said, I'm not the biggest fan of slapstick, and silent films do take a lot of getting used to, but they're really a lost art, and it was nice for me personally to finally see a full Chaplin film. The dude was a one of a kind, and it sucks that there's really no one like him around anymore.

• Bathsheba M

  
  This is the finest Chaplin movie I have seen, and I think I've seen them all. It's sweet but dark, like human beings, and ultimately an ode to the ability of the human spirit to remain elevated in hard times--even when his cabin mate is hallucinating him as a chicken so he… More
  This is the finest Chaplin movie I have seen, and I think I've seen them all. It's sweet but dark, like human beings, and ultimately an ode to the ability of the human spirit to remain elevated in hard times--even when his cabin mate is hallucinating him as a chicken so he can eat him! The choreography in the individual scenes is forehead-smacking: when Big Jim and Black Bart (or whatever his name was) were fighting with a loaded rifle and the Little Fellows was in its sights, it was breathtaking. His dance with the rolls is a tour de force.

• Spencer S

  
  The first film Chaplin was given creative control over with his founding of United Artists, Gold Rush is a masterpiece of slapstick. Though City Lights is my personal favorite, Gold Rush is certainly manically hilarious, sweet as a baby kitten, and never boring. The setting was… More
  The first film Chaplin was given creative control over with his founding of United Artists, Gold Rush is a masterpiece of slapstick. Though City Lights is my personal favorite, Gold Rush is certainly manically hilarious, sweet as a baby kitten, and never boring. The setting was original in that it was set in the obtrusive Alaskan wilderness. The Tramp is always so goofy, lovable, and dorky, you want him to win the girl and the money in the end. Even in the Tramp's chaotic world he wins out, and that's the draw to Chaplin's well thought out comedy.

• Ken S

  
  Classic Chaplin

• Red L

  
  I watched the first version - with no dialogue, only a piano score. I have only seen two or three of Chaplin's movies. It is an indication of the quality of his films that an 80 year old silent black and white movie competes favourably with today's movies with all the… More
  I watched the first version - with no dialogue, only a piano score. I have only seen two or three of Chaplin's movies. It is an indication of the quality of his films that an 80 year old silent black and white movie competes favourably with today's movies with all the technology they have now.

• Stella D

  
  this is the 'revival' version with new music and chaplin's narration. i understand cuts were made and i'd like to see the original at some point, but it's still pretty clever and charming. said to be inspired by chaplin's reading about the donner party!

• Jennifer X

  
  Oh man. So fun. There will never be another man like Charlie Chaplin.

• Dean M

  
  This Charlie Chaplin silent movie makes me laugh and cry. This beautifully film combines Chaplin's ability to express pathos, tenderness, humour, and social awareness and many critics consider it his finest work.

• Michael G

  
  This movie is what physical comedy is all about.

• Caesar M

  
  There's a reason why classical humor is more appealing to me, unlike modern comedies that focus on sex jokes, the silent era humor is more about character humor. No doubt Charlie Chaplin's, The Gold Rush, is one of the best example of this. The story is actually more… More
  There's a reason why classical humor is more appealing to me, unlike modern comedies that focus on sex jokes, the silent era humor is more about character humor. No doubt Charlie Chaplin's, The Gold Rush, is one of the best example of this. The story is actually more entertaining and heartfelt than most of the modern comedies in recent years. Charlie Chaplin plays the Tramp and goes to the Klondike in search of gold and finds himself some humorous situations. Chaplin alway plays his characters with such grace that imitating him is just impossible. The jokes are actually funny, the characters are worth caring about, and since it's a Chaplin film, prepare yourself for some of the most hilarious moments ever filmed. What else can I say about this movie, it helds up really well. Unlike most comedies where the humor dies off with passing years, this film has only gotten better. I have to say the best thing about this is the production value. Every characters is worth watching, every shot captures the scene perfectly, the pacing is just terrific in every way possible, and it's just a joy to watch. I honestly can't remember the last time a movie has made me laugh as much of this. The Gold Rush proves that comedy can timeless if done correctly. Even though the current state of the comedy genre is not so good, it's great that a talented artist like Chaplin made this movie for generations to smile, laugh, and bring them an unforgettable experience.

• Dillon L

  
  A silent era masterpiece, easily Chaplin's best film (that I've seen). It kind of reminded me of Buster Keaton's The General, in terms of quality.

• Matthew Y

  
  An absolute classic! A very good introductory film for anyone with the slightest interest in silent films due to the narration by Chaplin. It doesn't have the emotion of City Lights or the zanniness of Modern Times but it tells a very enjoyable story with arguably some of the… More
  An absolute classic! A very good introductory film for anyone with the slightest interest in silent films due to the narration by Chaplin. It doesn't have the emotion of City Lights or the zanniness of Modern Times but it tells a very enjoyable story with arguably some of the best supporting characters in a tramp film.

• Bryce I

  
  From it's infamous table ballet, to it's timeless shoe-eating dinner, it is the definitive Charlie Chaplin film, and one of his best, if not his best film to date. It's not as indelible as many of his other films, but this is a hilarious one, and is definitley the most… More
  From it's infamous table ballet, to it's timeless shoe-eating dinner, it is the definitive Charlie Chaplin film, and one of his best, if not his best film to date. It's not as indelible as many of his other films, but this is a hilarious one, and is definitley the most recognizable out of all his masterpieces.

• Daniel D

  
  The Gold Rush is one of Chaplins more heartfelt films. This one wasn't just a slapstick fiasco but it did have emotion involved. It was a nice silent film and dating back to 1925 the oldest film I've seen.

• Chris B

  
  The Gold Rush along with City Lights (my personal favorite Chaplin film) are probably his most famous masterpieces. Chaplin combines his LittleTramp character, here titled The Lone Prospector, with a touching and equally funny premise. Some of the most famous and hilarious scenes are… More
  The Gold Rush along with City Lights (my personal favorite Chaplin film) are probably his most famous masterpieces. Chaplin combines his LittleTramp character, here titled The Lone Prospector, with a touching and equally funny premise. Some of the most famous and hilarious scenes are found in this film and they include the roll dancing scene, Chaplin turning into a chicken and many others, all which literally make you die with laughter. No matter who you are or your place in life, Chaplin lifts your spirit and gives just as many laughs as touching and heartfelt pieces all making up masterpiece films! The Gold Rush was Chaplin's first film in which he had full creative control and it is known to be his personal favorite. It is currently rated as #58 ok the American Film Institutes Top 100 Films of all Time. I cannot say enough of its magnificence!

• Stephen E

  
  Charlie Chaplin usually manages to amuse me, but "The Gold Rush" isn't an exceptionally funny motion picture. It has a clever gag or two, but for the most part, the jokes either hit or miss. Now, the film as a whole still holds up well, despite its aimless nature, and… More
  Charlie Chaplin usually manages to amuse me, but "The Gold Rush" isn't an exceptionally funny motion picture. It has a clever gag or two, but for the most part, the jokes either hit or miss. Now, the film as a whole still holds up well, despite its aimless nature, and it continues to entertain, so I won't let my own opinions get in the way of giving it a positive review.

• Jared H

  
  I love this stuff. Is it as great as Buster Keaton's "The General"?... Not quite, in my opinion. But who cares? It might not even be fair that I saw "The General" fairly early in my silent comedy-watching endeavors, and am now comparing everything else to it.… More
  I love this stuff. Is it as great as Buster Keaton's "The General"?... Not quite, in my opinion. But who cares? It might not even be fair that I saw "The General" fairly early in my silent comedy-watching endeavors, and am now comparing everything else to it. Chaplin makes "The Gold Rush" work in his own way, with his own charm. I just love this stuff. It's just pure joy. Today's entertainment world desperately needs more Charlie Chaplins and Buster Keatons.

• Jessica v

  
  One of my favorite Chaplin films to date, (so far) second only to The Kid. I mean, who can resist the dance of the rolls? Or the chicken suit? Or the heartbreak of a New Years alone? Georgia Hale is tremendous, a match even to our Charlie, as the foxy leading lady. The visuals… More
  One of my favorite Chaplin films to date, (so far) second only to The Kid. I mean, who can resist the dance of the rolls? Or the chicken suit? Or the heartbreak of a New Years alone? Georgia Hale is tremendous, a match even to our Charlie, as the foxy leading lady. The visuals are also very impressive for the time - I dare you to try and find any wires. This is definitely not to be missed.

• Lauren D

  
  I have seen 3 Chaplin movies now (including this one) and I have hated every single one of them. I have no idea why people find him amusing. All he does is walk stupid and fall over. Half of it doesn't even seem to have anything to do with the 'plot' so it's really… More
  I have seen 3 Chaplin movies now (including this one) and I have hated every single one of them. I have no idea why people find him amusing. All he does is walk stupid and fall over. Half of it doesn't even seem to have anything to do with the 'plot' so it's really just Chaplin falling over a lot.

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