Movie Description

Lost: A Cook

(1917)

Overview

Ambrose (Mack Swain) is a clumsy, aspiring cook who finds himself in over his head when he is hired to work in a busy household or restaurant. Most of the humor stems from Ambrose’s spectacular incompetence in the kitchen. He misinterprets simple instructions, leads a series of messy kitchen disasters, and accidentally destroys various household items while attempting to prepare a meal. The situation typically escalates into a frantic "Keystone-style" chase or a massive physical confrontation involving food, dishes, and outraged employers or customers.

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Original TitleLost: A Cook

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1917-08-12

Original LanguageUnknown

Runtime 00h 22m

Production CompaniesKeystone Film Company

Genres

  • Comedy