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MR. SLOMO GOES TO WASHINGTON
So you thought CONGRESS moved slowly? Watch the capital come to a standstill as Mr. Slomo tries to break his own gridlock. Click here for the YouTube video.
BOOKING CHARLIE CHAPLIN
Dan new book, The Comedy of Charlie Chaplin: Artistry in Motion sold out its hardback edition in a year, and an expanded paperback edition has just come out. "Kamin writes as fluidly as Chaplin moves," said one reviewer. "The most complete and beautifully written book on the comedy of Charlie Chaplin," said another. A treasure trove of previously unpublished pictures and new revelations, this is a must-have for everyone who loves comedy. One special feature is a postscript, "Teaching Charlie Chaplin How to Walk," in which Dan recounts how he helped Robert Downey, Jr., create his Oscar-nominated performance as the comedian. "Dan's insights are amazing," said Downey. You can peek inside by clicking on the book cover.
THE GREAT DICTATOR
Dan and fellow Chaplin expert Hooman Mehran did the commentary track for the spectacular new Criterion reissue of The Great Dictator. Originally released over a year before Pearl Harbor was attacked, Chaplin's lampoon of Hitler was as controversial as it was hilarious, and helped turn the tide of public opinion in America. The commentary will greatly enhance viewers' appreciation of this film. You can order it on DVD or Blu-ray by clicking here.
