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The Bond

1918 · 9 min Comedy
5.0 / 10 · TMDB

A propaganda film created by Charlie Chaplin at his own expense for the Liberty Load Committee to help sell U.S. Liberty Bonds during World War I. The story is a series of sketches humorously illustrating various bonds like the bond of friendship and of marriage and, most important, the Liberty Bond, to K.O. the Kaiser which Charlie does literally.

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Year 1918
Country United States of America
Genre Comedy
Director Charlie Chaplin
Runtime 9 min.
Rating TMDB: 5.0/10 (50 votes)

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Chaplin constructs this short as a rapid succession of skits, relying on familiar archetypes to transform the abstract concept of a bond into a tangible, persuasive image. The humor is broad and direct, serving a clear patriotic agenda.

What lingers after viewing is the curious blend of Chaplin's comedic genius with straightforward government messaging. It stands as a testament to cinema's early role in shaping public opinion during wartime. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Charlie Chaplin

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