The blue book of the screen (1923)

Record Details:

Title:
The blue book of the screen
Date:
1923
Publisher:
Hollywood : The Blue Book of the Screen, Inc.
Volume:
The blue book of the screen
Leaf #:
00053
Language:
English
Collection:
Books
Format:
Books
Contributor:
Niles Essanay Silent Film Museum
Sponsor:
Media History Digital Library
Coordinator:
Media History Digital Library
Date Added:
November 07, 2023
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CHARLES SPENCER CHAPLIN [ESS need be said of Charles Chaplin than any other screen luminary because he has attracted the public's notice from his first appearances on the screen in the old Keystone company. "Charlie" was born in Paris in 1889. At a very tender age he started his career in London theatres, playing in "Rags and Riches," mand, but later drifted into stardo?n and the hearts of the public without any effort. His most recent films, ranking with the classics of the screen, are: "A Dog's Life," "Shoulder Arms," "Sunnyside," and his masterpiece, "The Kid." "Billy" and "Sherlock Holmes." Then he came to Amer ica in a vaudeville skit, "A night in a London Music Hall." When this company reached Los Angeles Chaplin was attracted to the screen. Then he started work with the Keystone Company, at that time headed by Mack Sennett. Chaplin worked in many comedies with Mabel Nor Around the circle with Charlie. (Left) On the grounds of his home. (At right) In his home. (Above right) On the set in the studio. (Above left) Behind the camera directing. His latest is "The Pilgrim." Chaplin is five feet four, weighing 125 pounds, and has brown hair and blue eyes. He is now producing for United Artists, of which he is a member. He will direct features and produce comedies of his own. His home is in Beverly Hills. 43