The Art of Charlie Chaplin
Author | : Kyp Harness |
Publisher | : McFarland |
Total Pages | : 229 |
Release | : 2007-11-15 |
ISBN-10 | : 9780786431939 |
ISBN-13 | : 0786431938 |
Rating | : 4/5 (938 Downloads) |
Download or read book The Art of Charlie Chaplin written by Kyp Harness and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2007-11-15 with total page 229 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This thorough critical study of Chaplin's films traces his acting career chronologically, from his initial appearance in 1914's Making a Living to his final starring role in 1957's A King in New York. Emphasizing Chaplin's technique and the steady evolution of his Tramp character, the author frames the biographical details of Chaplin's life within the context of his acting and filmmaking career, giving special attention to the films Chaplin directed/produced.