Chaplin's outlook in Modern Times

“Modern Times” is a movie that tries to illustrate the consequences of Industrialism, in this case, through the Great depression. Charlie Chaplin represents a factory worker, who ends up having a nervous breakdown. After going through medical treatment, he is advised to relax. Although, it was a good thing that he was released from hospital, he would not even imagine or conceive what would be happening in the streets...

As a general view, if you are going to watch it, you’ll find that the aim of this movie is to explain and to increase people’s awareness, regarding the situation suffered by workers and families back then. It is important to underline, that is not shown in such a cruel way, but rather in a humorous aspect which will keep you interested and expectant.

So, “Modern Times”, why is the movie called that way? The name probably relies on, new technological instruments and machines. Also, it can be called modern because thanks to the Industrialism, several things changed, regarding working conditions and so on. What’s interesting of this movie is that no matter the situation they were living in, people were starting to realize the unreasonable treatment they had put up with, for so long. You should definitely watch the movie, and come up with an idea of the reason of its name.




I enjoyed Chaplin’s role in the movie. He was, after all, quite positive, brave and he would take risks no matter what. The role of the girl in the movie implies the difficulties that a homeless girl would have to deal with in those times. I strongly feel that Chaplin saw in her a bit of his personality too, strong persons and fighters regardless the problems.

In conclusion, “Modern Times” it is an entertaining, but still, interesting movie. In fact, it also lectures us on tough times and how to cope with difficulties. Moreover, it gives us a lesson of no matter how low we can feel and regardless life’s obstacles. You can still set goals and try to accomplish them, as long you are really willing to improve and have a better future. Finally, the movie will encourage you to reflect on the ways you would cope with a crisis, unjust actions and social frustration. You should definitely watch it and create your own views of it.