Charlie Chaplin, considered to be one of the most pivotal stars of the early days of Hollywood, lived an interesting life both in his films and behind the camera. He is most recognized as an icon of the silent film era, often associated with his popular "Little Tramp" character; the man with the toothbrush mustache...See full bio »
2011Mr. Popper's Penguins
(writer: "CUES FROM THE CHAPLIN FILM THE CIRCUS", "CUES FROM THE CHAPLIN FILM THE GOLD RUSH", "CUES FROM THE CHAPLIN FILM SHOULDER ARMS", "CUES FROM THE CHAPLIN FILM MODERN TIMES" / as Charlie Chaplin / music: "CUES FROM THE CHAPLIN FILM THE CIRCUS", "CUES FROM THE CHAPLIN FILM THE GOLD RUSH", "CUES FROM THE CHAPLIN FILM SHOULDER ARMS", "CUES FROM THE CHAPLIN FILM MODERN TIMES" / as Charlie Chaplin)
1952Limelight
(music: "Eternally Terry's Theme" 1952 - uncredited, "The Death of Columbine" 1952 - uncredited, "The Animal Trainer" 1952 - uncredited, "Spring Is Here" 1952 - uncredited, "The Life of a Sardine" 1952 - uncredited / lyrics: "The Animal Trainer" 1952 - uncredited, "Spring Is Here" 1952 - uncredited, "The Life of a Sardine" 1952 - uncredited / performer: "The Animal Trainer" 1952 - uncredited, "Spring Is Here" 1952 - uncredited, "The Life of a Sardine" 1952 - uncredited)
1940The Great Dictator
(performer: "String Quintet in E, Op. 13 No. 5: Minuet" - uncredited)
1936Modern Times
(music: "Theme from Modern Times" 1935 - uncredited / performer: "Je cherche après Titine" 1917 - uncredited)
1931City Lights
(music: "Beautiful Wonderful Eyes" 1931 - uncredited, "Tomorrow the Sun Will Shine" 1931 - uncredited, "Happy Romance" 1931 - uncredited, "Promenade" 1931 - uncredited, "Orientale" 1931 - uncredited)
One of the things most quickly learned in theatrical work is that people as a whole get satisfaction from seeing the rich get the worst of things. The reason for this, of course, lies in the fact that nine tenths of the people in the world are poor, and secretly resent the wealth of the other tenth.
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Trivia:
Composed about 500 melodies, including "Smile" and "This Is My Song".
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Trademark:
Stories often reflect his liberal political beliefs
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