The Kid

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Jan 26, 2019 The best, GREATEST inspiring comedy movie ever made!

Han G Dec 5, 2018 As always with Chaplin's films, The Kid blends comedy with tear-jerking scenes to utter perfection. Although some overly dramatic scenes might be present here, the overall effect of the film remains a classic example of why Chaplin remains revered as one of the great craftsmen of early cinema. See more

Finn R Sep 14, 2018 It's a rugged, filthy, hard-knock life for Charlie Chaplin's Tramp, who barely has the means to keep himself fed and under a roof at night, much less to provide for the abandoned infant he's just stumbled across in an alleyway. Circumstance has put the two together, though, and after using his brain to get through the child's early years, the Tramp's put him to work as part of a slightly-shady window replacement scheme. They aren't exactly living above the board, and the policeman always seems to stumble by at precisely the wrong moment, but they're happy and the care they have for one another shines bright despite the absence of a voice track. Chaplin, of course, was already an expert of pantomime at this stage of his career, but Jackie Coogan, the titular kid, constantly steals scenes from the star with an expressive, densely emotional performance. No surprise that he was born to a family of actors and went on to a long career in the industry (including a role as Uncle Fester in the original Addams Family TV series). A touching, inventive, effective blend of tenderness and madcap comedy that shows Chaplin's versatility as a star and as a writer/director, while getting in and out in a mere 53 minutes. See more

Finn R Sep 9, 2018 #MovieReview 4,0 ?? Tramp (Chaplin) encontra bebê abandonado e o cuida da maneira que pode. Clássico revisto! Ótimo!

Leia G May 22, 2018 Loved it, a real good comedy. This first success of Charles Chaplin is probably one of the best movies ever. Although short, you have enough time to be laughing and maybe cry.. Highly recommend. See more

Han P Apr 12, 2018 An important film in the context of movie history that showcases Charlie Chaplin's rare talent. While the humor aspect did not do much for me, I did find the story truly touching. It may not hold up as well for general audiences today but for true lovers of cinema this is a must watch. See more

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