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Unknown Chaplin Season 1 Episodes

  • 1983-1983
  • 1 Season
  • PBS
  • Documentary, Comedy
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A documentary from silent film historians Kevin Brownlow and David Gill. Featuring never before seen out-takes from Chaplin's films, and other rare footage, Unknown Chaplin gives a valuable insight into the creation of Chaplin's films. Also included are interviews with people who knew and worked with Chaplin. The documentary is in three parts: My Happiest Years; Hidden Treasures; and The Great Director. Accompanied by excellent music by Carl Davis, some adapted from Chaplin's own music.

Season 1 Episode Guide

Season 1

3 Episodes 1983 - 1983

Episode 1

My Happiest Years

53 mins

This film concentrates on the 12 Mutual films Chaplin made during a 17-month period in 1916-17, the first time he had total control over his work. By showing outtakes of scenes with different actors playing crucial roles, this film gives insight into his method of filming and developing a story.

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Episode 2

The Great Director

Wed, Jan 22, 198652 mins

This episode concentrates on problems and solutions of three feature films that Chaplin wrote, directed and starred in: "The Kid (1921)," "The Gold Rush (1925)" and "City Lights (1931)."

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Episode 3

Hidden Treasures

Mon, Jul 28, 198652 mins

Sequences that Chaplin filmed, and mostly discarded, from many of his features are shown, including a lengthy one from 'The Professor (1923)', which was never released.

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