The Art of Charlie Chaplin: A Film-by-Film Analysis

by Kyp Harness

Overview

This thorough critical study of Chaplin's films traces his acting career chronologically, from his initial appearance in 1914's Making a Living to his final starring role in 1957's A King in New York. Emphasizing Chaplin's technique and the steady evolution of his Tramp character, the author frames the biographical details of Chaplin's life within the context of his acting and filmmaking career, giving special attention to the films Chaplin directed/produced.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780786431939
Publisher:	McFarland & Company, Incorporated Publishers
Publication date:	11/15/2007
Pages:	228
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.46(d)
Age Range:	18 Years

About the Author

Singer, songwriter and artist Kyp Harness is the author of The Art of Laurel and Hardy (2006) and lives in Toronto, Canada.

Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Preface     

1. The Tramp     
2. Keystone     
3. Essanay     
4. Mutual     
5. First National: A Dog’s Life, Shoulder Arms, Sunnyside, A Day’s Pleasure     
6. The Kid     
7. First National: The Idle Class, Payday, The Pilgrim     
8. A Woman of Paris     
9. The Gold Rush     
10. The Circus     
11. City Lights     
12. Modern Times     
13. The Great Dictator     
14. Monsieur Verdoux     
15. Limelight     
16. The King in Exile     

Filmography     
Chapter Notes     
Bibliography     
Index     

Editorial Reviews

a fresh description of Chaplin’s amazing films. Recommended”—Choice.

From the Publisher

a fresh description of Chaplin's amazing films. Recommended

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