If you've only seen Charlie Chaplin's early work, you'd think that his entire career was slapstick. If you've only seen his 1930s work, you'd think that his entire career was focusing on class issues. His "Easy Street" was a sort of turning point for the man known as the Little Tramp. He plays a derelict who becomes a cop and his to deal with a brute who terrorizes a slum. There's no shortage of physical comedy, but Chaplin also makes sure to focus on class issues. A good movie, including a scene that reminded me of a scene in "The Kid" (you'll know what I mean if you've seen the latter). I recommend it.
Review of Easy Street
