Limelight
Oct 16 1952
•2h 17m
•Romance, Drama, Music
A fading music hall comedian tries to help a despondent ballet dancer learn to walk and to again feel confident about life.
Cast
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Charlie Chaplin
Calvero
Claire Bloom
Thereza 'Terry' Ambrose
Nigel Bruce
Postant
Buster Keaton
Calvero's Partner
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