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One of Chaplin's most highly acclaimed films, City Lights is both a classic and a personal statement in which the master of pantomime proves the eloquence of silence. Combining wonderful comedy in the finest Chaplin tradition and evocative drama, the Little Tramp falls in love with a beautiful, blind flower girl (Virginia Cherrill). Read more

Starring Charlie Chaplin, Jean Harlow, Virginia Cherrill, Harry Myers
Director Charlie Chaplin
Genres Comedy

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Charlie Chaplin - City Lights

One of Chaplin's most highly acclaimed films, City Lights is both a classic and a personal statement in which the master of pantomime proves the eloquence of silence. Combining wonderful comedy in the finest Chaplin tradition and evocative drama, the Little Tramp falls in love with a beautiful, blind flower girl (Virginia Cherrill).

Starring Charlie Chaplin, Jean Harlow, Virginia Cherrill, Harry Myers, Henry Bergman
Director Charlie Chaplin
Studio WARNER HOME VIDEO
Run time DVD: 1 hr 26 mins
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Genres Comedy
Language Silent
Released DVD: 22 Sep 2003
Production year: 1931
Format DVD

Charlie Chaplin - City Lights (1931)

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  • "If only one of Charlie Chaplin's films could be preserved, CITY LIGHTS would come the closest to representing different notes of his genius..."

    • Chicago Sun
    • Posted 11 Mar 2005

  • With its plot focusing on Charlie's love for a blind flower-seller and his attempts to get enough money to pay for an... read more on Time Out

    • Time Out
    • Posted 04 Nov 2008

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  • 3 out of 3 people found this review helpful

    Rated - 5 stars

    watch the master of comedy

    This film is up there with the best, pure brilliance! If you haven't seen this one, put it on your list. remember this film was made in 1931, The fantastic boxing scene will have you roaring with laughter.The music is also excellent from a truly wonderful filmaker.what a genious!!!!

      • A customer from ABERDEEN, SCOTLAND
      • Posted 05 Apr 2004 19:06

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  • 2 out of 2 people found this review helpful

    Rated - 4 stars

    Fasinating.....

    If you are Charlie fan this is a must see. He is not as brilliant as in Modern times but never the less it is a classic and it far more entertaining than most comdies made these days.........

      • A customer from London
      • Posted 15 Jul 2004 14:08

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      One of Chaplin's most highly acclaimed films, City Lights is both a classic and a personal statement in which the master of pantomime proves the eloquence of silence. Combining wonderful comedy in the finest Chaplin tradition and evocative drama, the Little Tramp falls in love with a beautiful, ...