The Rink
After amusements working in a restaurant, a waiter uses his lunch break to go roller skating.
Review Sentiment
Charlie demonstrates his excellent skating skills at the rink
Charlie changes into his tramp outfit after work
The film jumps from a transitional clothing change scene to Charlie's spectacular skating debut, showcasing his remarkable physical abilities.
The Rink builds steadily from amusing restaurant comedy to spectacular skating sequences that showcase Chaplin's remarkable physical abilities. Reviewers consistently praised the skating scenes as the film's highlight, while finding the non-skating portions less impressive but still entertaining. The film maintains strong momentum throughout with clever slapstick and demonstrates Chaplin's evolving storytelling abilities.
Full cast
Charlie Chaplin
A Waiter
Edna Purviance
The Girl
James T. Kelley
Her Father
Eric Campbell
Mr. Stout
Lloyd Bacon
Guest
Albert Austin
The Cook
Henry Bergman
Mrs. Stout / guest served brush and rag
Leota Bryan
Edna's Friend
Frank J. Coleman
Restaurant Manager (uncredited)
Charlotte Mineau
Edna's Friend (uncredited)
John Rand
Waiter (uncredited)
Crew
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