Review of Chaplin (1992) by Fabio M — 04 Jan 2010
Charlie Chaplin: comedian, actor, filmmaker, star,genius.... human being. The life of the historic trail-blazing British star and filmmaker Charlie Chaplin is told in this very good film from Richard Attenborough.
Not told in perfect linear fashion, as the film bounces around some from event to event, Chaplin is a very good film with a lot to admire. Under Attenborough's tight direction, cinematographer Sven Nykvist lights up the fabulous Oscar-nominated sets wonderfully and John Barry's excellent score sets the mood. Unfortunately no supporting performances outside of Kevin Kline, Diane Lane, and Geraldine Chaplin are particularly memorable - but Robert Downey Jr. gives a brilliant performance as Mr. Chaplin.
You completely forget that you are watching Robert Downey Jr. play Chaplin. No matter what stage of life - young, middle aged, or old - Downey Jr. transforms himself into Charlie Chaplin, assuming his quirky mannerisms and completely original and unique style of entertaining but also creating a real human being on screen.
"If you want to understand me, watch my movies.".
(Chaplin).
This review of Chaplin (1992) was written by Fabio M on 04 Jan 2010.
Chaplin has generally received positive reviews.
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