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7. Silent Learning with Steven J. Venturino

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Aaron speaks with author and scholar from Chicago's Newberry Library, Steven J. Venturino. We discuss teaching Chaplin in the classroom, the power of silent film, and discuss in depth Chaplin's process and motivations behind City Lights and The Great Dictator.


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Photography: Lola Scott

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