Common Grounds: Opelika Auburn Film Art Collective

Inspired by The Jule’s exhibition theme of “work,” Opelika Film Arts Collective presents the 1936 Charlie Chaplin film Modern Times.

From The Criterion Collection: Modern Times, Charlie Chaplin’s last outing as the Little Tramp, puts the iconic character to work as a giddily inept factory employee who becomes smitten with a gorgeous gamine (Paulette Goddard). With its barrage of unforgettable gags and sly commentary on class struggle during the Great Depression, Modern Times—though made almost a decade into the talkie era and containing moments of sound (even song!)—is a timeless showcase of Chaplin’s untouchable genius as a director of silent comedy. 87 minutes.