Tell 'Em Nothing

19261926

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Gertrude Astor, Charley Chase, and Vivien Oakland in Tell 'Em Nothing (1926)

Comedy Short

Charlie is the great divorce attorney, in demand by all women wishing to shed their husbands. While explaining to one woman how to obtain a divorce by getting photos in a compromising situat... Read allCharlie is the great divorce attorney, in demand by all women wishing to shed their husbands. While explaining to one woman how to obtain a divorce by getting photos in a compromising situation, his wife inadvertently sees him and thinks the worst. With the connivance of a doctor... Read allCharlie is the great divorce attorney, in demand by all women wishing to shed their husbands. While explaining to one woman how to obtain a divorce by getting photos in a compromising situation, his wife inadvertently sees him and thinks the worst. With the connivance of a doctor pal who lives across the hall, Charlie manages to bundle his wife off to the country for ... Read all

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643,757

270,256

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8/10

Another example for why Charley Chase is underrated.

Most folks today have very little knowledge of the the silent comedians, though if they do recall any of them, it might be Laurel & Hardy or Chaplin. As for Charley Chase, he is all but forgotten but by devoted fans of these great old comedies...and it's a shame, as he could be terrifically entertaining. If you don't believe this, try watching "Tell 'em Nothing" (available for free download from archive.org).

In this story, Charley is a divorce lawyer who has married a very jealous woman. His wife constantly thinks Charley is making time with his female clients...and in this rare instance, Charley accidentally gives her ammunition. Then, throughout the film, he is trying desperately to keep the wife happy and avoid trouble...though a female client of his and her jealous husband do NOT make it easy!

This film is pretty typical for Chase...and is quite enjoyable and clever. While not the man's best, it's close and is well worth your time.

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