Gold Rush (1925)

I was planning on talking about Modern Times (1936) by Charles Chaplin, when I decided to mention some of his phenomenal work. But I just couldn't formally introduce him on my blog without mentioning 'Gold Rush' first. Back in school I never really cared for Chaplin. The only time I got to see his work was when I was on a plane and they were viewing some of his short movies. I never really understood what the fuss about him was until I saw this masterpiece.

'Gold Rush' made me understand why Chaplin is remembered until today and forever. I was really speechless by the end of this silent film. What was so great (in general) about Charles is that he made you love his acting while remaining completely silent. His characters in his films were just so pure, honest, and innocent you couldn't not fall inlove with the man. I decided to mention 'Gold Rush' to you first because this is what made me a fan of his fabulous work. This film probably reflects his true talent in what he did and shows you why no one can and will ever replace him.

The one scene that had me on the floor and made me love him even more is the one below.

*He had just boiled his shoe for supper, rather than starving to death*

If you watch this film and lack to see what is so unique about it then I really doubt you will enjoy his other work. Which is a real shame.

Just keep one thing in mind. The man could show us any sort of emotion without having to say a single word.

Chronological Order Syndrome

I've developed this disease and obsession to watch sitcoms and series since 2005. What happens is as follows... as soon as I find my self enjoying an episode of sitcom or series I HAVE to stop watching immediately and begin watching the show from the pilot episode. For the past 4 years i've done this for over 25 shows and today I have ran out of "good" shows to watch. So I decided to start with what? Movies! You might ask, "how will you implement your infamous syndrome for movies?" Well, some of you are already thinking it. Yes I start from movies that were released as far as a century ago. Today I've reached the 60's but had to cheat a little and put aside some movies in the 40's and 50's which I plan to watch later on the new Sony Bravia 52" LCD my folks decided to buy when they sent us off to uni. They also decided to upgrade the living room coaches to leather! Something they were against when me and my brother were infesting the house before we were sent off. Also a cute little bean bag sits in the middle of the living room. Yes, my parents who've been around for almost 7 decades have decided that the main room - a place where they socialise with friends who once borrowed a cup of sugar from Trex- needs a bean bag.

Anyway, back to topic. I must say, I thoroughly enjoyed silent era movies. Specially some of Chaplins work. I never really knew how faboulous that man was until a few months ago. A few movies I would recommend for Charles Chaplin are:-

• Modern Times
• Gold Rush
• One AM
• City Lights
• A Dogs Life
• The Kid

Anywho, I will be posting another list of all the series, sitcoms, and movies (so far) that I would highly recommend anyone to watch.

Later