Not only was "A Woman of Paris" Chaplin's first serious drama but it was also the first feature he directed and didn't star in. As this definitive new DVD release reveals the film was a commercial flop but has continued to gain critical interest over the years.
This disc is only available to buy as part of "The Chaplin Collection: Volume 2" or as part of "Complete Chaplin Boxset".
TECHNICAL FEATURES
Picture The print used for this transfer has been restored into good condition with excellent black and white contrast.
Sound The task for the 5.1 sound mix is simply to play the music, and it does that well.
SPECIAL FEATURES
Introduction David Robinson is on hand here to point out Chaplin's little cameo in the film in case you didn't spot it. He also talks a little about the incredible twist in Chaplin's love life that inspired this film.
Chaplin Today: A Woman of Paris In this documentary actress and director Liv Ullman analyses in some detail what she feels was better about moviemaking in Chaplin's day, and the advantages he had over modern directors. She also reflects on "A Woman in Paris" and how it bears re-analysis these days.
Additional Extra Features Also on this disc are deleted shots, footage of Chaplin signing the United Artists contract, footage of Paris in the 1920s, a trailer, photo gallery and clips taken from the movies that make up "The Chaplin Collection".
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Chapters: 20
Ratio: 1.33:1 (original fullscreen ratio)
Sound: Dolby Digital 5.1 and 2.0 (mono)
Audio Tracks: Music only
Subtitles: Multiple languages
Captions: None
Menus: Static, with music
Special Features Subtitles:
The only special feature with subtitles is the introduction.
This DVD was reviewed on a JVC XV-N5 DVD player.
A Woman of Paris DVD (1923)