Carl Miller, Charles Chaplin, Edna Purviance, Jackie Coogan
Charlie Chaplin's first feature is a sad comedy about a woman who abandons her child with the intention of commiting suicide. The little Tramp finds the baby and takes him under his wing. When the wom... read more 
Directed by: Charles Chaplin
Charles Chaplin is the first to combine comedy with poignancy, and a little touch of neo-realism, and did it perfectly. The opening title card said it all about this silent masterpiece: "A Picture with a Smile- and perhaps a tear." The dream sequence was a surprise though...
The only time I ever go against my "modern cinema" rule is when it pertains to Charie Chaplin. His movies were simple, but brilliant. He was WAY ahead of his time. If Chaplin were around today he'd be the world's biggest star just because of his eccentricism. A heart-felt and sad... read more
I'm always amazed by how much I enjoy Charlie Chaplin films. It feels as though a film that came out in 1921 should be so far removed that one watches it for its cultural significance /at that time/ and to respect its place in history. Honestly, a lot of those old flicks aren't a... read more
Excellent film. Great storytelling and special effects. I was bothered by the fact that Chaplin's character drummed up business by breaking people's windows (so he could then fix them). That his character loved the kid is made abundantly clear. Touching.
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