Review of The Knockout (1914) by Hans J. E — 27 Aug 2010

Chaplin only had a small role in this mess of a shortfilm.

This review of The Knockout (1914) was written by Hans J. E on 27 Aug 2010.

The Knockout has generally received mixed reviews.

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