Chaplin Today: City Lights
Synopsis
In 1928, as the talkies threw the film industry and film language into turmoil, Chaplin decided that his Tramp character would not be heard. City Lights would not be a talking picture, but it would have a soundtrack. Chaplin personally composed a musical score and sound effects for the picture. With Peter Lord, the famous co-creator of Chicken Run and Wallace & Gromit, we see how Chaplin became the king of slapstick comedy and the superstar of the movies.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 14, 2003
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Serge Bromberg
- Original Score
- José Padilla
- Original Title
- Chaplin Today: City Lights
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 26m
- Production Studios
- Association Chaplin, France•5, mk2 Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Serge Bromberg
José Padilla
Serge Toubiana
Marie-Laure Lesage, Martine Saada
Department Leadership Roster
Serge Bromberg
Director
José Padilla
Original Music Composer
Serge Toubiana
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What is Chaplin Today: City Lights about?
In 1928, as the talkies threw the film industry and film language into turmoil, Chaplin decided that his Tramp character would not be heard. City Lights would not be a talking picture, but it would have a soundtrack. Chaplin personally composed a musical score and sound effects for the picture. With Peter Lord, the famous co-creator of Chicken Run and Wallace & Gromit, we see how Chaplin became the king of slapstick comedy and the superstar of the movies.
Who directed Chaplin Today: City Lights?
Chaplin Today: City Lights was directed by Serge Bromberg.
Who stars in Chaplin Today: City Lights?
The principal cast of Chaplin Today: City Lights includes Charlie Chaplin, Peter Lord.
When was Chaplin Today: City Lights released and how long is it?
Chaplin Today: City Lights was released in 2003 with a total runtime of 26m.
Who composed the musical score for Chaplin Today: City Lights?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Chaplin Today: City Lights was composed by José Padilla.