Caméra Cachée
Series title: Chaplin and Co.
- Studio
- Method Animation.
In Partnership With: MK2, Bubbles Inc., DQ Entertainment - Distributor
- PGS Entertainment
Synopsis
The victim of a hidden movie camera on the street, Chaplin unfortunately injures one of the actors. Immediately, he proposes replacing it in order to repair his error. But sometimes, the remedy reveals itself to be much worse than the disease!
Characters
Charlie Chaplin, The Kid
Credits
Directing
- Director
- Cyril Adam
Producing
- Producer
- Cédric Pilot, Vincent De Mul
Writing
- Writer
- Damien Pierret
Crew
- Sound Designer
- Antoine Rozan
- Sound Editor
- Antoine Rozan
Production notes
Do you all know Charlie Chaplin, the big-hearted Little Tramp, with his hat, his cane and mustache? For our bigger pleasure, the extraordinary hero returns in animated form, skating and owning a computer! It's a touching, exciting homage, as well as an explosive, farcical and joyous meeting with modernity.
Our favorite hero is a true dreamer who always looks on the bright side of life. He and his best buddy, The Kid, are always getting themselves into trouble -- be that at a basketball game, roller-skating or just going to the candy store.
This 3D CG-animated series is scheduled to run for 104 episodes. In keeping with the original style of Chaplin's early films, it lacks words.
"Yes, the show is mute and there is no dialogue. This also helps transcend language barriers," said Krishna Desai, director of content of Turner International India Pvt Ltd. Plus, few characters appeal to the public like Chaplin's Tramp does. We believe a spontaneous connection will be established between children and the Tramp in his various avatars, be it the klutz, hero, inspiring idol or big brother."
"It is a respectful extension of Charlie Chaplin's work," says Krishna Desai, director of content of Turner International India Pvt Ltd. "It's based on the legendary comedian, whose observations on life are even more necessary today. His pertinence, humor and emotion remain utterly intact."
The filmmakers described Chaplin's cartoon universe as set in as "vintage without age," denying that the content was inspired by his original works.
"Chaplin's new adventures take place in a world that is neither the early 20th century nor 2012. They take place in a creative 'no-man's land.'," said Desai.
"We also explore themes regarding the environment and ecological issues in response to questions asked by today's young audiences - the kind of questions Chaplin would have loved to tackle. Adapting Chaplin's work may seem to be an impossible job. The aim is not to copy his work, but to continue his life via new, modern and dynamic stories; a new life in color.
"Chaplin and Co. was developed in consultation with the Chaplin family, making the series truly representative of the world-famous screen icon," Desai added.
A 75-minute direct-to-video film was released in 2011.
Our favorite hero is a true dreamer who always looks on the bright side of life. He and his best buddy, The Kid, are always getting themselves into trouble -- be that at a basketball game, roller-skating or just going to the candy store.
This 3D CG-animated series is scheduled to run for 104 episodes. In keeping with the original style of Chaplin's early films, it lacks words.
"Yes, the show is mute and there is no dialogue. This also helps transcend language barriers," said Krishna Desai, director of content of Turner International India Pvt Ltd. Plus, few characters appeal to the public like Chaplin's Tramp does. We believe a spontaneous connection will be established between children and the Tramp in his various avatars, be it the klutz, hero, inspiring idol or big brother."
"It is a respectful extension of Charlie Chaplin's work," says Krishna Desai, director of content of Turner International India Pvt Ltd. "It's based on the legendary comedian, whose observations on life are even more necessary today. His pertinence, humor and emotion remain utterly intact."
The filmmakers described Chaplin's cartoon universe as set in as "vintage without age," denying that the content was inspired by his original works.
"Chaplin's new adventures take place in a world that is neither the early 20th century nor 2012. They take place in a creative 'no-man's land.'," said Desai.
"We also explore themes regarding the environment and ecological issues in response to questions asked by today's young audiences - the kind of questions Chaplin would have loved to tackle. Adapting Chaplin's work may seem to be an impossible job. The aim is not to copy his work, but to continue his life via new, modern and dynamic stories; a new life in color.
"Chaplin and Co. was developed in consultation with the Chaplin family, making the series truly representative of the world-famous screen icon," Desai added.
A 75-minute direct-to-video film was released in 2011.