In an attempt at greater efficiency, the chef and waiter of a fancy oceanside restaurant wreak havoc in the establishment. Adding to the complications is the arrival of a robber.
Acting
Keaton's deadpan amidst Arbuckle's explosive energy — comedy alchemy.
Practical Effects
Every gag is physics, timing, and actual flying food.
Direction
Arbuckle's kitchen choreography builds beautiful destruction.
Director
Roscoe Arbuckle
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Only about 15 minutes survive of this 20-minute short — the rest is genuinely lost to time.
This was peak 'Fatty and Buster' era; Arbuckle gave Keaton his start and they made 14 films together before the scandal that nearly destroyed Arbuckle's career.
US
