Richard Carnahan
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For details on THE GOLD RUSH and GATT check out:
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http://groups.google.com/groups?q=Ch...442%40infi.net
I find myself in something of an ethical bind here... I always endeavor to support the director's vision, but in this case... I'm nonplussed. I'd really like to see the original version.
I'm with Jacques on this. Not sure what to do. I think I need to think about this a little more.
Those well versed in silent film history, what are you doing and how would you guide others?
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I'm with Jacques on this. Not sure what to do. I think I need to think about this a little more.
Those well versed in silent film history, what are you doing and how would you guide others?
One thing I think that needs to be found out is the copyright situation with some of these. If they fall into the same situation as the 1925 Gold Rush, then this definitely could be the last time we see some of the early features in their original form for more than 25 years. Maybe someone here knows if any of these others are affected by GATT. If not, then someone could release City Lights for example in another 5 years. Since there are good quality versions of the Essanay and Mutuals, I would think someone could put out good quality versions of the original features once they fell into the public domain.
Just to be safe, I'm getting these now. I like having them in their original form even though Chaplin re-cut them, just like I prefer the original cuts of Star Wars. I certainly respect the director's wishes, thus I have no problem with the full-frame Kubrick discs. However, in this case I feel there is a certain historical value to these original versions.
Jeff
PS: Just realized that Keaton has completely taken over this Chaplin thread, just as Chaplin completely took over the Keaton thread. Oh well, who needs to stay on topic anyway?
I noticed that, too!
Anyway, thank you for passing along Kino's reply in regards to the bonus disc. That really eases my mind. Based on Richard's post, that bonus disc is already at the top of my must-own list.