LUNCHEON AT TWELVE

Cinemavixion Review

This 1933 short film, "Luncheon at Twelve," directed by and starring the inimitable Charley Chase, offers a delightful slice of early cinematic comedy. Chase, a master of the silent and early sound era, plays Charley, a character thrust into an unexpectedly domestic situation. The premise, as suggested by the local description, involves Charley's boss "rehearsing" for his honeymoon, with Charley unwittingly caught in the middle. While the external plot summary mentions Charley becoming a house painter, the core of the humor likely lies in Chase's signature physical comedy and his ability to navigate absurd situations with a unique blend of exasperation and charm. Though specific awards or extensive critical reception for this particular short are not widely documented, its existence and the participation of a performer as skilled as Chase warrant a look for fans of classic comedy shorts. The film's runtime of 21 minutes makes it a perfect, quick dose of laughter.