August 8th, 2011 | 
Author: Why old short matter now is not based on their original popularity. In fact many of those older movies were not huge hits at the box office. However there are some intriguing reasons why fans, directors and producers are now turning their attention to the shorter films of yesteryear.
Who could forget the influence wielded by a Charlie Chaplin classic film entitled “Twenty Minutes of Love”? Hal Roach produced “Comedy Capers” which furthered the appeal of slapstick comedy. Even Walt Disney brought the audience to their feet with the many short cartoons that he created during the early days of Hollywood films.
These are just a few of the many short films that introduced a world-wide audience to the fantasy, laughter and beauty of imagination. What all of these short classics do show is that ‘less is more’. Every single moment does not have to be spelled out on screen when you can leave a few things to the ‘imagination’. The audience needs to be involved in what is happening on the screen but they also need to be able to create some of the scenes in their own minds.
When a film is produced that addresses all people it is far more effective. Love, comedy and human triumph are compelling elements that can help a filmmaker connect with the audience.Want to know more? Go ahead: Watch Chalie Chaplin’s “The Rink” Online
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