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Limelight 1952

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What is Limelight?

Limelight is a film first released in 1952. Catalogued under Romance, Drama, Music, Comedy.

Type
Film
Year
1952
Status
Released
Runtime
137 minutes
Release date
Oct 16, 1952
Studios
Celebrated Productions, United Artists
Genres
Romance, Drama, Music, Comedy
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86 /100 Highly Bingeable
⚡ Pacing & Momentum8.2/10
🧠 Narrative Depth9.2/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential8.9/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
🎯 Feature Film #Romance #Drama #Music

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Limelight is a film first released in 1952. Catalogued under Romance, Drama, Music, Comedy. Produced and broadcast by Celebrated Productions, United Artists. Current status: Released.

Should you watch it?

“A fading comedian helps a despondent ballet dancer find purpose and hope.”

Reasons to watch
  • Written, produced, directed by, and starring Charlie Chaplin
  • Features a score composed by Charlie Chaplin
Keep in mind
  • Runtime is two hours and seventeen minutes
  • Deals with heavy themes like suicidal despondency

Watch it if you enjoy classic comedy-drama films about performers finding hope.

The film deals with themes of despondency and suicide.

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When was Limelight released?

Limelight was released in the United States on 10/23/1952.

Who wrote and directed the film?

The film was written, produced, directed by, and starred Charlie Chaplin.

What genres does the film belong to?

The film encompasses romance, drama, music, and comedy.

What is the film based on?

The film is based on a novella by Charlie Chaplin titled Footlights.

Who composed the score?

The score was composed by Charlie Chaplin and arranged by Ray Rasch.