Charlie Chaplin stars as the Tramp in this timeless comedy classic, where he navigates the ups and downs of modern industrial society. Struggling to keep up with the demands of his factory job, he ends up in jail, where he accidentally becomes a hero and gets special treatment. Upon release, he befriends an orphaned girl and tries to make a fresh start, but their lives are constantly disrupted by poverty, crime, and the relentless pace of technology. Told through Chaplin's signature pantomime style and featuring memorable characters, this film is a powerful commentary on the struggles of everyday people in the face of technological progress.

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