
A Jitney Elopement
Charlie Chaplin's fifth film for Essanay Films
Directed by Charlie Chaplin
Produced by The Essanay Film Manufacturing Company
A lighthearted silent comedy built on physical gags and romantic mischief, where Charlie's impersonation scheme and subsequent chase deliver slapstick humor and a triumphant elopement.
Edna's father wants her to marry wealthy Count He-Ha. Charlie, Edna's true love, impersonates the Count at dinner, but the real Count shows up and Charlie is thrown out. Later on Charlie and Edna are chased by her father, The Count, and three policeman. The pursuers drive off a pier.
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Questions people ask
Does A Jitney Elopement end with hope? Yes, very. More hopeful than 90% of films.
Is A Jitney Elopement sad? Barely. Less sad than 89% of films.
Is A Jitney Elopement easy watching? Yes. More comforting than 82% of films.
Is A Jitney Elopement scary? Barely. Less frightening than 76% of films.
Is A Jitney Elopement violent? Not especially. Less violent than 62% of films.
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Like A Jitney Elopement
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
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Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like A Jitney Elopement, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like A Jitney Elopement, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like A Jitney Elopement, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.























































