Charlie Chaplin and his connection to Venice Beach CA

 Hey, movie buffs and history enthusiasts! Let's take a trip back in time to the roaring days of Hollywood and explore the fascinating life of the one and only Charlie Chaplin.

He would not look out of place if you saw him
today on the Venice Boardwalk.

Charlie Chaplin, the legendary actor, director, and producer, made a splash in Los Angeles in the early 1900s. He strutted into Tinseltown in 1913, determined to make his mark on the silver screen. As he began his Hollywood journey, he quickly rose to stardom, becoming a household name during the silent film era.

The man behind the iconic "Tramp" character, Chaplin didn't just conquer Hollywood; he helped shape it. Setting up his own studio, the Charlie Chaplin Studios, in 1917, he became a powerhouse in the movie industry.

But our main man Chaplin had a not-so-secret hideout – Venice, California. Yep, you heard that right! He was an original Venice local. His first pad on Venice Beach was the Waldorf Hotel (built in 1915) at 5 Westminster Ave, making him a bona fide Venetian from way back.

Soon after Charlie purchased a beach house there, nestled right on the sandy shores. This place wasn't just a crib; it was his sanctuary. When he wasn't busy making movie magic, he kicked back at his Venice Beach spot, soaking in the sun, entertaining friends, and even using it as a backdrop for some of his films. Talk about living the dream in style!

Now, let's fast forward a bit. As time went on, Chaplin's life took some unexpected turns. He faced controversies, had multiple marriages, and, in the 1950s, was denied re-entry into the United States due to political allegations.

But fear not! Our hero found solace in the picturesque landscapes of Switzerland. Despite the ups and downs, Chaplin's final chapter in Switzerland was filled with peace and contentment. He spent his remaining years in a tranquil and serene setting, surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of the Swiss countryside.

In 1977, at the age of 88, Chaplin bid farewell to this world. His passing in Switzerland was peaceful and serene, marking the end of a remarkable life that had left an indelible mark on the world of entertainment.

Charlie Chaplin might have started as a Hollywood sensation, but his connection to Venice Beach and his serene final days in Switzerland added layers to the life of this iconic figure. The tale of this cinematic genius continues to inspire and captivate us, reminding us that sometimes, the most extraordinary stories have the most unexpected twists.

Happy Holidays - Vs - Merry Christmas - Deep Thoughts.

 

I send to you all a  Merry Christmas & a Wish for Peace

 

Holiday notes… No More will I write “Xmas.”  I will no longer X out Christ.  I wish you all the very Best of a Christmas Holiday season.  May the peace of Christ be with you.  And all your family.

Kinda' leads me to a re-position that I am AGAINST War.  I am for Peace on Earth.

I am against the current war.  I am against the last war.  I am even against the Next War.

 

 Really!

That does not make me a pacifist.  It is best to realize how often the War we get talked into was because of a lie.  Some ship attacked.  Some weapons of mass destruction.  Some other pretenses.

Then I realize that the Neocon types are Like Judas. 

They purposely betray us, and they intend to lead us to another war.  A war that is not good for anything except to kill bodies, destroy homes, lives, and sell more weapons.  This is why I have always been against the Neocons and war mongers like Hillary Clinton, Henry Kissinger etc.  Not okay.  I’ve seen the workings of Washington DC.

Back to Anti War.  Let’s reexamine the lessons of Judas trying to force a Holy War.

In the Bible story of the Betrayal they had their swords at the ready.  Judas, and others, wanted to do a Holy War with Jesus at the forefront to do big miracles to lead and win a revolution that would remove Romans from the homeland.  Re-Read the sections about the betrayal (below) with that re-reading, think on this as an understanding of Judas' motivations.  Judas wanted to force the start of the new reign via a righteous war.  This is why the first thing that happens is Jesus says to put away your swords. And this crushed Judas to the core.  He believed in Jesus wholeheartedly.  The mindset he has was that a War would be good.  He wanted to be on the new wining side.

Jesus' Betrayal and Arrest – in the good book:

(Mark 14:43-52; Luke 22:47-53; John 18:1-14)

47 And while he yet spake, lo, Judas, one of the twelve, came, and with him a great multitude with swords and staves, from the chief priests and elders of the people. 48 Now he that betrayed him gave them a sign, saying, Whomsoever I shall kiss, that same is he: hold him fast. 49 And forthwith he came to Jesus, and said, Hail, master; and kissed him. 50 And Jesus said unto him, Friend, wherefore art thou come? Then came they, and laid hands on Jesus, and took him.

51 And, behold, one of them which were with Jesus stretched out his hand, and drew his sword, and struck a servant of the high priest's, and smote off his ear. 52 Then said Jesus unto him, Put up again thy sword into his place: for all they that take the sword shall perish with the sword. 53 Thinkest thou that I cannot now pray to my Father, and he shall presently give me more than twelve legions of angels? 54 But how then shall the scriptures be fulfilled, that thus it must be?

55 In that same hour said Jesus to the multitudes, Are ye come out as against a thief with swords and staves for to take me? I sat daily with you teaching in the temple, and ye laid no hold on me. 56 But all this was done, that the scriptures of the prophets might be fulfilled. Then all the disciples forsook him, and fled.

See:  https://biblehub.com/kjv/matthew/26.htm  for full context.

 

So the plan was to force Jesus into taking up an actual War and to have that Legion of Angles support the “good guys” over the “bad guys” of the day.  The Good Guys in Judas’ view was Who exactly?*  We can agree that the Bad Guys back then were the Romans.

I suggest for discussion, let’s think about who the supposed “good guys” that Judas represented, are/were.  Are there some of the same types still with us and directing a lot of Deceit and coordinated mayhem.  Are they now shown as the Elites of the NOW and the whatever is now described as the Committee of 300 and the ones that want to kill off billions of people for some reason?

Say No to endless War.   Say No to the Neocons.   Point out the Evil.  Call it out. 

New World Order – World Bank – United Nations – nefarious banking or black business institutions ( examples are Monsanto - Blackrock - Pfizer - and anyone pushing ESG.) that are working in cahoots to trick us into a new war on humanity itself.  Maybe we do not benefit by letting just a few control our money and our foods and our ability to talk openly.

Happy Holidays.  Talk to your Family and your Loved Ones. 

So I want to say…   Peace to you.  

Peace of Christ be with you.

May we avoid war.

May we avoid hunger.

May we be spared death.

Blessed be to baby Jesus who was sent to save us all from Death.

That is the blessing of Christmas.  That he was born.  That he came to take away our sins and enable us to have everlasting life.


Thank you for reading.
Hope I got you to Thinking.  K.

*  Please, if you have an opinion of who Judas' sect was, reply or comment below.