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 "City Lights," a classic silent film released in 1931, stands out even as sound films had been developing for three years. Despite the industry's shift towards sound, Chaplin chose to stick with silent cinema and even humorously mocked talkies at the film's beginning. With his iconic top hat, cane, ill-fitting suit, and distinctive walk, Chaplin crafted the character of an unrefined gentleman, greeting everyone with a tip of his hat, filled with drama and humor. The story revolves around the life of a small, ordinary man. The boxing scene is particularly brilliant; what should be a powerful and passionate boxing match is turned into a stage for the boxers to "dance." Chaplin's light-footed pace and clever movements showcase his exceptional comedic talent, making audiences marvel at the silent film's charm. It's worth mentioning that the soundtrack for "City Lights" was composed by Chaplin himself, adding emotional depth to the film. Th...

"The Circus" is a classic film directed and starred by Charlie Chaplin, released on January 6, 1928. Chaplin won the special honorary Oscar for this film in 1927. Even in the 21st century, watching this movie again still brings laughter and profound reflections. In the film, Chaplin plays a tramp whose pure love shines through despite his poverty. His relationship with the circus owner's daughter, Mary, evolves from a crush to a selfless act of letting go, filled with emotional ups and downs. Chaplin's unique humor and delicate performance bring this complex emotional journey to life. In the movie, he cherishes the hope of love with just an egg, but when Mary comes to him, he generously and kindly lets her go to someone more suitable. This detail highlights the tramp's unselfishness and greatness; despite his sadness, he faces life with a smile. At the end of the film, the circus moves away in a cloud of dust, and the tramp sits quietly, leaving only a lonely figu...

"The Gold Rush" is undoubtedly one of Charlie Chaplin's most cherished works and certainly one of his most entertaining. As a classic silent comedy, it holds a prominent place in the annals of world cinema. Each viewing of this film deepens my appreciation for Chaplin's unique comedic genius. From my first viewing of "The Gold Rush," I was immediately drawn to Chaplin's performance. His small stature and exaggerated movements reminded me of a cartoon character. Yet, his performance was so authentic that I couldn't help but believe he was a real person. This fascinating contradiction made his character even more intriguing. Two scenes in the film stand out vividly in my memory. The first is the dance scene with Georgia, where Chaplin's pants suddenly come loose. To avoid losing his pants, he clutches them while dancing, resulting in hilariously awkward movements and expressions. I found myself laughing uncontrollably at this scene. Eventually, he ...