Chaplin Directs Hong Kong Comedy at 77 in London
London AP report on Charlie Chaplin directing A Countess From Hong Kong, his first film in a decade, casting Sophia Loren and Marlon Brando. Despite aging image, Chaplin trains focus, crafts a ten million dollar picture through patient takes, shaping mood with quiet humor and disciplined teamwork.
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Chaplin’s romantic comedy idea gains stars Loren and Brando
Chaplin long pursued a romantic comedy idea. After spotting Sophia Loren, he drafted the script at his Vevey villa and secured Loren as lead with Marlon Brando proposed as costar. Brando later expressed eagerness to work with Chaplin, noting his versatility.
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Chaplin guides Brando and Loren in early film frame
During the initial shoot Chaplin directs despite Brando’s illness and nerves. He pushes for retakes, praising performers at the right moment and insisting on precise timing. Brando calls Chaplin the most delicately attuned director, while Loren calls him an inspired, solitary artist shaping a new burst of creativity.
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Housing chief Weaver seeks $2.4B for city shims swap
In Washington, Housing and Urban Development Secretary Robert Weaver testifies before the Senate Banking Subcommittee urging a $2.4 billion program to replace city shims with what the White House calls Little Great Societies. Weaver argues the plan will revitalize distressed areas and spur broader urban renewal.
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Douglas Moore fires up over Carry Nation opera
Composer Douglas Moore eagerly discusses Carry Nation, his new opera about the temperance crusader. The KU production stars Metropolitan and New York City Opera leads, with a Pittsburgh-based cast and a flashback structure tracing Carry from youth to marriage to tragedy. The plan includes performances at KU and later Wichita and Kansas City.
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