TheLittleSongbird Am a big fan of Charlie Chaplin, have been for over a decade now. Many films and shorts of his are very good to masterpiece, and like many others consider him a comedy genius and one of film's most important and influential directors. From his post-Essanay period after leaving Keystone, 'The Immigrant' is among the very best of his early output, one of his best from his Mutual period and one of his first classics. As said with many of his post-Keystone efforts, it shows a noticeable step up in quality though from his Keystone period, where he was still evolving and in the infancy of his long career, from 1914, The Essanay and Mutual periods were something of Chaplin's adolescence period where his style had been found and starting to settle. Something that can be seen in 'The Immigrant'. The story is more discernible than usual and is never dull, and does it while not being as too busy or manic.On the other hand, 'The Immigrant' looks good, not incredible but it was obvious that Chaplin was taking more time with his work and not churning out countless shorts in the same year of very variable success like he did with Keystone. Appreciate the importance of his Keystone period and there is some good stuff he did there, but the more mature and careful quality seen here and later on is obvious.'The Immigrant' is one of the funniest and most touching early efforts of Chaplin. It is hilarious with some clever, entertaining and well-timed slapstick and has substance and pathos that is very moving. It moves quickly and there is no dullness in sight. The second half is both hilarious and enchanting.Chaplin directs more than competently and the cinematic genius quality is emerging. He also, as usual, gives a playful and expressive performance and at clear ease with the physicality and substance of the role. The supporting cast acquit themselves well, particularly a charming Edna Purviance and their chemistry is sweet to watch. Eric Campbell is both amusing and formidable.In summary, terrific. 10/10 Bethany Cox

peefyn This film is very much split in two, with the first part showing the tramp on one of the immigrant ships coming to America. Here he gambles, flirts and gets into trouble, just like you would expect. It's not just goofing, though, as you get a very clear glimpse into his conscience. There's also a scene where he wields a gun. The tramp character aiming at someone is slightly unnerving! The other half of the film is the most enjoyable one. The tramp, now on land, finds a coin and goes to buy some food at a restaurant. He ends up losing the coin and, well, there's more flirting and more getting into trouble.There's several gags in this that are very nice, and some that you have seen before. There's some interesting movie magic when it shows the ship hitting the waves (one where they are obviously only moving the camera, and the other where they are moving the entire set). It's a nice little Chaplin short, so if that's what you're after, you won't go wrong with this one.

gavin6942 Charlie Chaplin is an immigrant who endures a challenging voyage and gets into trouble as soon as he arrives in America.This is Chaplin and the tramp as you expect him. Innocent, courteous, and having misfortunes come his way. We have a rocking boat that is not unlike the gag in "Gold Rush" (though it makes more sense here). And, of course, there is a girl. The tramp is always after the ladies.Some people have tried to get a social or cultural message out of this picture. And yes, there most likely is one. But the real joy is just seeing Chaplin in action. The film has been very well preserved and will be enjoyed for years to come. (I write this in 2015, so the film is almost 100 and still holds up just fine.)

Martin Teller I should say this right up front: I don't like Chaplin very much. I haven't really liked him in anything except THE CIRCUS and parts of MODERN TIMES. Keaton's lovable underdog appeals to me much more than the sometimes stupid, sometimes crazy, sometimes downright douchey tramp. I just don't root for this character, but in smaller doses like this, he's a little more tolerable. The gags here aren't great, but they're not bad. Most of the boat stuff didn't do much for me, but the entire restaurant scene is actually quite enjoyable. I'm still not going to seek out any more Chaplin, but it's nice to know that his shorts might be better for me than his features.