Ep 4. Their Purple Moment
- Not Rated
- May 19, 1928
Their Purple Moment is the fourth episode of The Lost Films of Laurel and Hardy season 1. In this episode, Laurel and Hardy are hired to wash dishes at a fancy dinner party. However, they soon find themselves in trouble when they accidentally spill wine on a woman's fur coat. Desperate to fix the situation, they sneak into the host's living room to find a way to clean the coat.
As they search for cleaning supplies, they encounter various obstacles and mishaps, including accidentally breaking a vase and getting trapped in a secret room. Throughout the episode, their attempts to fix the coat only seem to make the situation worse, leading to a series of comedic misunderstandings and physical gags.
Despite the chaos, Laurel and Hardy's trademark charm and chemistry shine through in this episode. Their attempts to solve the problem may not be successful, but their enduring friendship and determination to make things right keep the audience rooting for them until the very end.
Overall, Their Purple Moment is a classic example of Laurel and Hardy's comedic genius and features some of their most memorable gags and performances. Fans of the duo's work are sure to enjoy this lost gem from their early filmography.