Review of Modern Times (1936) by Kevin N — 25 Jun 2010
A remarkable artistic achievement, one that straddles all sorts of boundaries and ultimately serves its purpose as a dry fart in the direction of modernization and as a bear hug around humanity. Like René Clair proved earlier, a fascinating realm between the world of the silent and sound film was waiting for those brave enough to explore it- and here is perhaps the finest case.
Paulette Goddard may be Chaplin's wildest and spunkiest leading lady, a real tough girl who makes a fine counterpart to the Tramp. The film is best remembered for its scenes inside the assembly line factory, which are hysterical, but its real treasures are the scenes outside of civilization, where he is free to frame the beauty of simple human interaction within some of his best slapstick poetry.
This review of Modern Times (1936) was written by Kevin N on 25 Jun 2010.
Modern Times has generally received very positive reviews.
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