The Smearing of Silent Film Star Mabel Normand
An accomplished silent film star, screenwriter, director, and producer, Mabel Normand’s career ended abruptly and tragically when she was deemed guilty by association.
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The 20 Top Movie Tearjerkers
Sad movies for sad times. Think you're impervious to crying during a movie? These 20 films are guaranteed to get you weeping.
Charlie Chaplin’s Film Music Can Stand Alone and Provide Solace Today
While Charlie Chaplin's music may have been meant as accompaniment to his movies, it can stand alone and provide solace today.
Silent Film Speaks Up: This Newly Restored Chaplin Comedies Elicit New Laughs
Flicker Alley’s recent release of 15 newly restored comedies from Chaplin’s time at Essanay Studios is another priceless intervention in the decay of Hollywood history.
Criterion Puts Charlie Chaplin in a Different ‘Limelight’
Criterion's official release of Limelight should finally give Charlie Chaplin the proper recognition he deserves for his sound films.