Review of City Lights (1931) by Nate W — 25 Aug 2011
Master of pantomime and silent comedy Charlie Chaplin boldly defied the growing sound trend in Hollywood to deliver the most hilarious and moving film of his career. His lovable Tramp takes on various jobs to woo a blind flower seller, played by the lovely Virginia Cherrill, who mistakes him for a wealthy gentleman.
This leads him to numerous hysterical situations and an emotionally potent finale that evokes as much pathos and sentiment in a couple of minutes as the whole movie did laughter. Chaplin's tremendous physicality was seldom better, likewise his genius at directing comedy, particularly the brilliantly choreographed boxing match.
This review of City Lights (1931) was written by Nate W on 25 Aug 2011.
City Lights has generally received very positive reviews.
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