Charley Chase Megapack Review
You cannot buy a "Complete Charley Chase" box set from Amazon. While Criterion and Kino Lorber have released a few excellent collections (like The Charley Chase Collection volumes 1 & 2), they only scratch the surface. The is the underground response to that lack of access.
She smiled. “Your name wasn’t on the wood. It was on the box for the one who would care enough to thread them, to watch closely and bring people back to themselves.” Charley Chase MegaPack
Chase's comedic style, characterized by his deadpan delivery, exaggerated facial expressions, and adeptness at physical comedy, influenced generations of comedians, including Bob Hope, Jerry Lewis, and Steve Martin. His ability to convey humor through subtle gestures and reactions raised the bar for comedic actors and paved the way for future stars. You cannot buy a "Complete Charley Chase" box
: High-quality sets like the Becoming Charley Chase 4-disc collection contain over 40 digitally restored shorts and surviving fragments of lost films. Who was Charley Chase? She smiled
Charley Chase (1893-1940) was a pioneering American comedian, actor, and writer who rose to fame during the silent film era. With a career spanning over two decades, Chase became known for his unique blend of wit, physical comedy, and everyman relatability. The Charley Chase MegaPack, a collection of his most notable works, offers a fascinating glimpse into the evolution of comedy and the art of filmmaking during the 1920s and 1930s.
: He received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1960 for his massive contribution to the motion picture industry, appearing in or directing over 300 films.
), this pack highlights his writing and the specific brand of "humorous embarrassment" he pioneered. Like other Wildside Press MegaPacks
