The Count Takes the Count

Like many of Charley Chase's shorts, this one he co-directed using his real name, Charles Parrott.

The story begins with Charley writing a most unusual insurance policy. He's insured a Count that he will marry a rich young woman. Charley's boss isn't thrilled, as she easily could break off the engagement to the Count....and the Count paid for a million dollar policy! So, the rest of the film, Charley chases after the now runaway bride in order to force her to the wedding.

The story itself is good even if the insurance angle is goofy. The ending, however, is REALLY bizarre and hits you by surprise...and not necessarily in a good way. There also are a few gags which fall flat or are overdone--such as the handcuffs bit. Still, overall, moderately funny and about average for a Chase film.