Review of The Gold Rush (1925) by Alden W — 08 Jun 2012
Writer/Director Charlie Chaplin stars as a pathetic prospector in the 1898 Alaskan gold rush. Like most of his later movies, the storytelling in The Gold Rush is extremely episodic and nakedly built around the gags.
The scenes in this film, animated by Chaplin's meticulous construction, influenced cinematic comedy on a level beyond the capacity to detail. Those who dislike Chaplin's penchant for sentimentality, and I've met more than a few, will be pleased to find its presence in this film to be minimal.
As a whole, The Gold Rush is a concise and energetic collection of top-notch physical humor.
This review of The Gold Rush (1925) was written by Alden W on 08 Jun 2012.
The Gold Rush has generally received very positive reviews.
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