New book: Late Style in Film by Collin Brinkmann

01 Sep 2026

Drawing on existing literature and archival documents, and brimming with anecdotes, Late Style in Film is an in-depth study of the later works of filmmakers Howard Hawks, Alfred Hitchcock, and Charlie Chaplin by cinephile and writer Collin Brinkmann, published by Sticking Place Books.

From Monsieur Verdoux (1947) to Chaplin’s unfinished project, The Freak, Brinkmann examines the tension between the production and reception of Chaplin’s later works, as well as his artistic resilience, self-awareness and ever-keen perception of the major upheavals of the postwar era—arguably the most tumultuous period of his adult career, and a time when he had to start anew in exile.

Late Style in Film is a nuanced tribute to creative longevity, delving into the later works of Chaplin—a reminder of his defiance of norms and his refusal to let his work stop evolving.

In the words of Chaplin himself, at the age of 87: To work is to live—and I love to live.

Chaplin Under the Stars: A Dog's Life and Shoulder Arms

02 Jul 2026

On 27 June, Cineteca di Bologna’s Il Cinema Ritrovato festival celebrated two milestones in Charlie Chaplin’s career with a programme devoted to his first two First National films, A Dog’s Life and Shoulder Arms (both 1918).

The day began with a panel exploring the new 4K restorations of both films from their original A-negative versions, presented at their original silent speeds. Arnold Lozano (Chaplin Office), Dave Kehr (MoMA), and conductor and restorer Timothy Brock discussed the collaborative work behind the restorations, undertaken by MoMA in partnership with Cineteca di Bologna, under the aegis of Association Chaplin and Roy Export S.A.S. Brock also offered insight into his meticulous restoration and adaptation of Chaplin’s own 1959 orchestral scores, commissioned by Roy Export S.A.S., to accompany the newly restored films.

The discussions found their perfect culmination that evening in Bologna’s Piazza Maggiore, where thousands gathered for the world premiere of the new restorations with Brock’s restored scores, performed live by Orchestra Senzaspine under his direction.

One particularly memorable moment came during A Dog’s Life, when Maestro Brock played the musical saw as part of the live performance.

The screening was introduced by Arnold Lozano and Dave Kehr.

Our thanks to photographer Lorenzo Burlando for capturing some wonderful moments from an exceptional day at Il Cinema Ritrovato. See more of his photographs of the evening on Facebook.

Machi no Hi – a Bunraku adaptation of “City Lights!

30 Jun 2026

We’re delighted to share the news of a brand-new licensed Bunraku production in Japan inspired by Charlie Chaplin’s timeless masterpiece, City Lights.

These are the first promotional photos of the puppet portraying the iconic Tramp.

The production is unmistakably Chaplin while remaining quintessentially Bunraku—a remarkable meeting of the world’s “King of Comedy” and one of Japan’s greatest classical performing arts.

If you’re in Japan this summer, don’t miss the opportunity to experience this unique production at the National Bunraku Theatre in Osaka from July 18 to August 9.

Details here

Very special thanks to Japanese Chaplin specialist Ono Hiroyuki of The Chaplin Society of Japan!