REGARDED by experts as Charlie Chaplin's finest work, the silent comedy classic City Lights was made in 1931 - two years after the introduction of sound.
We find Chaplin in his defining role as The Tramp, suffering all manner of indignities and ill fortune as he tries to help a blind flower girl and a drunk millionaire in an effort to convince both of them that life is worth living. Neither of them can recognise The Tramp for what he is as he becomes a wish-fulfiller for the girl and a friend for the millionaire.
Charlie Chaplin wrote the music for the film himself which will be performed live by the BSO under conductor Marin Alsop at Lighthouse next Friday. The screening is being staged by special arrangement with the Chaplin Estate.
Tickets are being offered with a 50 per cent discount if you mention Dorset Film Touring when booking on 01202 685222.
See it at: Lighthouse (next Friday, May 13 only)
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