Review of City Lights (1931) by James Berardinelli for ReelViews — 12 Jan 1985
Of all Chaplin's films (with the possible exception of Modern Times), City Lights offers the fullest characterization of the Tramp. He's a loner who comes and goes almost like a dream figure or a drunken angel.
Without family, friends, or a place to live, he stands outside of our reality, sometimes trying to fit in and sometimes not caring whether or not he does. Yet, like a child, he is a complete innocent with a pure heart and the best motives.
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This review of City Lights (1931) was written by James Berardinelli and published by ReelViews on 12 Jan 1985.
City Lights has generally received very positive reviews.
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