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This film was never released for the general public. It was hidden in Chaplin's private vaults for forty years until he included some parts of it in his compilation 'The Chaplin Revue' in 1959.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1918 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Documentary, Comedy |
| Director | Charlie Chaplin |
| Runtime | 16 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.1/10 (22 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
Chaplin constructs a playful meta-film that demystifies the silent era's filmmaking tricks. He relies on documentary footage of his studio but explores it through the lens of physical comedy, revealing the mechanics behind the magic.
What lingers after viewing is the infectious joy of creation and a newfound appreciation for the chaotic ingenuity of early Hollywood. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Charlie Chaplin
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Watch as a curious daytime artifact, with a light, appreciative smile.
🎭 Cast
Charlie Chaplin
Self (uncredited)
Albert Austin
The Genie/Laboratory Supervisor/Golfer(uncredited)
Nellie Bly Baker
Secretary(uncredited)
Henry Bergman
Gag Man(uncredited)
Eric Campbell
Golfer(uncredited)
Tom Harrington
Valet(uncredited)
Edna Purviance
Actress(uncredited)
Loyal Underwood
Actor(uncredited)
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