My Review of Modern Times

Charlie Chaplin's Modern Times (1936) was a film I enjoyed very much. The film was sentimental yet funny at the same time. I think Charlie Chaplin became successful so quickly because his humor was like no other. Chaplin was able to portray serious times all while making the audience laugh a little. I liked how Chaplin used his humor even though times were tough in the film. One of my favorite parts was when the Little Tramp enters the little home and the wood falls and hits him in the head. The house is falling apart and barely standing yet he jokes about how the floor and chair collapse. Chaplin really knew how to appeal to his audience. Another part I really enjoyed was when the Little Tramp is inside the store and the burglars startle him. Chaplin understands that the burglars are hungry and he feels for them. Charlie has fun even though he barely has enough to eat. The ending is a scene I really like as well because it reminds the audience that no matter what they go through, they should always smile.