I don't mean this as in the film is some kind of abstract comedy, it's very grounded as all Chaplin's films were: it's just whether genuine comedies or some of his more dramatic works they always have a strong moral that is totally obvious by the end. This one has more fun, it's Chaplin in all his spontaneity and lightness. The ending in particular is more symbolic than an obvious spelled out moral, it contributes to the fun of the whole piece rather than taking itself more seriously.
Just a quick digression: it's surprisingly interesting the church and its practices would be criticized and mocked so openly way back in a mainstream film from 1923. But apparently that sort of thing was going on even back then.
Funny as always, full of spirit, lots of mimicking and situational comedy going on. 7/10.
Just a quick digression: it's surprisingly interesting the church and its practices would be criticized and mocked so openly way back in a mainstream film from 1923. But apparently that sort of thing was going on even back then.
Funny as always, full of spirit, lots of mimicking and situational comedy going on. 7/10.