For decades, Chase was the "best-kept secret" of classic film buffs. That secret, however, is now gloriously out of the bag, thanks to the essential home video treasure: .
In an era of "elevated horror" and "prestige drama," the Charley Chase MegaPack is a reminder that pure, physical, plot-driven comedy is an art form. Chase is the comedian your favorite comedian’s favorite comedian. Groucho Marx admired him. Jerry Lewis copied his rhythm. Mel Brooks quotes his gags. Charley Chase MegaPack
Stop searching for the "deep cut." Stop pretending you’ve seen every Keaton short. For decades, Chase was the "best-kept secret" of
Often cited as one of the funniest two-reelers ever made. Chase plays a homely man who, after getting a drastic makeover, doesn’t recognize his own wife (who has also had a makeover). They end up trying to have an affair with each other. It is sophisticated, ridiculous, and flawless. Chase is the comedian your favorite comedian’s favorite
A silent film with a frantic pace. Chase is trying to get to his wedding, but his future mother-in-law’s limousine keeps getting stripped of parts by strangers. The final freeze-frame of Chase screaming silently into the camera is the stuff of comedy legend.
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