A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum is a zany, farcical, slapstick comedy that’s absolutely hilarious with the greatest film clowns of the time! It’s hilarious, and highly recommended!
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
Limelight is a truly wonderful film; it swiftly became one of my favorites. In a nutshell, it’s the story of a once-great stage comedian (Calvero, a formerly great tramp clown, played by Charlie Chaplin), who’s been failing in his career, and has become an alcoholic, who saves the life of Terry, a despondent ballerina (played by Claire Bloom) from a suicide attempt. The film is a juxtaposition of these two personalities, one who rallies & goes onward, the other who falls further.
Limelight
Around the World in 80 Days 1959 version starring David Niven and Mexican clown Cantinflas, with dozens of cameo appearances by various celebrities
Around the World in 80 Days (1956)
