Review of The Gold Rush (1925) by Spencer S — 02 Sep 2008

The first silent movie I've ever viewed, and it felt like a dialoguless episode of The Three Stooges with some extra charm.

This review of The Gold Rush (1925) was written by Spencer S on 02 Sep 2008.

The Gold Rush has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Simon O (100) on 29 Sep 2015

Laugh out loud funny yet emotionally hard-hitting, Charlie Chaplin's The Gold Rush is a prime example of what silent films can do…

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By Gareth D (604) on 20 Apr 2017

For the Blackadder fans who agree Chaplin is unfunny and untalented, I suggest they watch this marvel…

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By Rip V (157) on 29 Sep 2014

Some things about Chaplin and his Gold Rush are the ability to conceive nostalgia and to express human feelings without saying a word; things…

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By Iris Barry (4) for The Spectator (1,162) on 07 May 2018

Let no one fail to appreciate those small details, of [Chaplin's] perfectly timed and quite exquisite acting, as when he has most kindly boiled…

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By Spencer P (651) on 08 Jun 2017

Up next is Modern Times. Don't let me down Charlie…

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One must be careful when viewing The Gold Rush…

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By Dane P (447) on 30 Aug 2014

Though it drags a bit at the middle the movie makes up for it in some really iconic scenes including a great climax…

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By Petros T (610) on 23 Aug 2015

Another early great film from one of the finest silent comedians, The Gold Rush is an uproariously funny and very imaginative film that remarkably…

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By Brett C (553) on 31 Oct 2014

Classic Charlie Chaplin movie. Complete with the usual incredibly creative visual comedy and romantic angle. Very funny…

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