This documentary about the legendary Charlie Chaplin draws on some rarely seen footage to help give viewers an idea of how some of his amazing on-camera tricks were executed. Despite Chaplin's request that this footage be destroyed so his myth would be kept intact, filmmakers David Gill and Kevin Brownlow have carefully browsed ancient film stock to compile a series of outtakes of Chaplin at work. Aimed at Chaplin connoisseurs and fans of film history, UNKNOWN CHAPLIN reveals many of the secrets behind Chaplin's performances through rehearsal footage and candid shots of the late star preparing his routines. Split into three programs--titled "Hidden Treasures," "My Happiest Years," and "The Great Director"--this is a fascinating opportunity to see a master at work.

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Charlie Chaplin: Silent comedy pioneer, MODERN TIMES (1936)

David Gill: DIRECTOR/PROD./WRITER
Kevin Brownlow: DIRECTOR/PRODUCER/WRITER