Friday, April 30, 2021

Passing the Buck (1919)

Second viewing; previously viewed (but not reviewed) on February 20, 2020.

Set at a hotel, the plot revolves around a suitcase full of jewels. A bunch of turbaned thieves try to steal it and the protagonist, who is apparently the hotel detective, endeavors to stop them from achieving their goal. Other characters are a guest couple who are also thieves, a janitor, a desk clerk, a cook, and a cat.

Poorly inspired slapstick, the highlights of which are the episode with a roasted chicken and the one on top of a building.

Rating: 35 (down from 45)

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