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Robert Downey, Jr. is Charlie Chaplin, playing the actor
from his teen years through to his octogenarian days, in director Richard Attenborough's
biopic.
SEX/NUDITY 3 - Two very brief topless scenes, one of a female stripper and
one of Chaplin's wife (who is only 16 years old. Most of Chaplin's wives were under age).
VIOLENCE/GORE 0 - None.
PROFANITY 2 - A little, mainly sporadic, mainly scatological language.
Nothing too serious. [profanity glossary]
DISCUSSION TOPICS - Chaplin was involved in many controversies: romances with
underage women, he was involved in a paternity suit and he was accused of communist
leanings.
MESSAGE - The life of Charlie Chaplin is inspirational, and an important
part of the history of cinema. Talent and perseverance will be rewarded.
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