Next to No Time
Unassuming planning engineer David Webb finds himself on the Queen Elizabeth to New York with instructions to negotiate a high-powered loan. His lack of confidence means he is completely out of his depth, at least until he finds his personality changes every day during the hour the ship's clocks stop to make allowance for their westward passage.
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Plot Summary
A short film that satirizes modern society's obsession with time and productivity. A man finds himself in a bizarre situation where he is constantly running out of time, leading to comical and absurd consequences.
Critical Reception
As a brief comedic piece by a legendary filmmaker, 'Next to No Time' received modest attention. It's often viewed as a charming, albeit minor, work in Chaplin's later filmography, appreciated for its visual gags and characteristic social commentary.
What Reviewers Say
- Appreciated for its lighthearted humor and Chaplin's signature style.
- Seen as a minor but enjoyable short from a master comedian.
- The film's commentary on time is considered clever and amusing.
Google audience: Audience reception is not extensively documented for this short film, but it is generally seen as a pleasant, albeit brief, comedic offering from Charles Chaplin.
Fun Fact
Although Charles Chaplin is credited as director and writer, he did not appear in this short film, which is unusual for his directorial work.
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