It makes you think about how many viewers today might instantly feel bad for Chaplin’s factory worker as he tries to keep pace with technology's constant push forward. The film begins with him being used without his consent for a device that seems equally suited for cleaning teeth and feeding him – a supposedly clever invention meant to save time, money, and boost output. Of course, it turns out to be completely fals…

This is a genuinely excellent film by the inventive and entertaining Charlie Chaplin, depicting how modern business can overwhelm individuals.