Chaplin

Chaplin

Everyone has a wild side. Even a legend.

Directed by Richard Attenborough

Produced by Carolco Pictures, RCS Video

1992145 min7.4 / 10

A reflective biographical portrait of Charlie Chaplin's rise from poverty to fame and his struggle against political persecution, told with warmth and melancholy nostalgia.

An aged Charlie Chaplin narrates his life to his autobiography's editor, including his rise to wealth and comedic fame from poverty, his turbulent personal life and his run-ins with the FBI.

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  • Is Chaplin sad? Yes. More sad than 75% of films.

  • Does Chaplin end with hope? Somewhat. More hopeful than 70% of films.

  • Is Chaplin easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 67% of films.

  • Is Chaplin violent? Not especially. Less violent than 64% of films.

  • Is Chaplin scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 58% of films.

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66/ 100

Cinnamon Score

How much this film gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.

Distinctly its own thing.

Rarity59

How unlike any other film this one feels

Surprise57

How much more it delivers than it promises

Love85

How much audiences actually like it

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Ensemble

Everything like Chaplin, and what each one shares →

Like Chaplin

Nearest across the full emotional profile.

Same Mood as Chaplin

Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.

Like Chaplin, But Darker

Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.

Like Chaplin, But Lighter

Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.

Like Chaplin, But Less Popular

Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

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