Charlie Chaplin
British born (1889-1977)
Silent Film Star, Comic Genius, Producer
Elevated Silent Film to Art Form in 1920’s
Poked fun at High Society, yet films had a universal appeal to both rich and poor
Lived in poverty in England; developed Tramp character in pictures
Colliers Encyclopedia
America in 20th cent.
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