Symbolism in the Film "Modern Times"

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The paper gives a quick synopsis of the film's plot. The paper describes symbols used in the film to portray the obstacles faced by the leading character played by Charlie Chaplin. It also emphasizes how the character's near complete isolation from society is depicted through symbols. The paper points out that the only sounds heard in this silent film were mechanical, emphasizing the symbolic criticism.

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"Even what little good luck he has is by accident. He accidentally prevents a prison break by other prisoners, and gets a glowing letter of recommendation from his jailer. So, when he leaves prison, he is able to get jobs, but they all go wrong for him. Under circumstances that might have put him back in the mental hospital, he finds a way to connect with people. He helps a young woman he has met before escape from the police and gets his old job back. The young woman finds a tumbledown shack they can live in, and through a collection of incredible mishaps, they end up hired as entertainers."

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