CHAPLIN

Where did Chaplin get his start? What were some of his talents? What do you admire most about him? Write about three things that find unique about his work.

He got his start during a tour of the U.S. He was seen on stage and was signed onto a film contract. 150 dollars a week for the movies. He rose to fame with films such as A Night Out, The Champion and The Tramp. I admire the fact that he starred in, wrote, produced and directed. He became some of the highest payed people in the world. "The Kid" became the second highest grossing film of the year. It was truly biographical. After the release of "The Great Dictator" they considered Chaplin a warmonger for advocating the U.S. getting involved in WWII. In 1972 Chaplin returned to U.S. to receive an honorary oscar. On December 25, 1977 the great Charlie Chaplin died in his sleep.