Ep 13. His New Job / A Jitney Elopement

In season 1 episode 13 of the Charlie Chaplin Collection, viewers are treated to two classic Chaplin films: "His New Job" and "A Jitney Elopement."

In "His New Job," Chaplin plays a down-on-his-luck man who finds himself working as a film extra. The film is a hilarious commentary on the ridiculousness of Hollywood and the film industry as a whole. Chaplin's portrayal of the hapless extra trying to make it in show business will have viewers laughing out loud.

The second film in the episode, "A Jitney Elopement," sees Chaplin as a Keystone cop trying to prevent a couple from eloping. When the couple takes off in a jitney cab, Chaplin follows in a wild chase through the streets. This film is classic Chaplin, with his trademark physical humor on full display.

Both films showcase Chaplin's genius when it comes to physical comedy and his ability to create complex characters with only a few gestures and expressions. For fans of early cinema and classic comedy, this episode is a must-see.