Come Out of the Kitchen

A wealthy young socialite, Mildred Davenport, pretends to be a poor farm girl to get hired as a housekeeper for a socially aspiring family, the Porters. Her goal is to expose their snobbery and win the affections of the family's son, William, who is being forced into an engagement with a much older woman. Mildred must navigate the challenges of domestic work and maintain her disguise, leading to humorous situations and romantic entanglements.

As a silent film from 1919, contemporary reviews are scarce and difficult to access. However, the film was a popular success upon its release, benefiting from its source material, a successful novel by Alice Duer Miller. It is generally regarded as a charming and lighthearted romantic comedy typical of its era, showcasing early directorial work from John M. Stahl and featuring a notable early performance by Anna May Wong.

• Praised for its lighthearted romantic comedy elements.

• Noted for its engaging plot based on a popular novel.

• Appreciated for its early performances, particularly by Anna May Wong.

Google audience: Due to the film's age and silent era status, specific Google user reviews are not available. General audience reception at the time of release was positive, with the film being a box office success.

This film was one of the earliest starring vehicles for Anna May Wong, who would go on to become one of Hollywood's most significant Chinese-American actresses.