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Oh! That Cheese
‘Oh! That Cheese!’ offers a foul-smelling jape between two friends. David and his girlfriend are going to a ball, but they forget to invite David’s friend Jonathan. This hurts Jonathan, who vows to prank David by hiding a piece of ancient cheese in his jacket. David has such a stuffy nose that his sense of smell is gone, but what playful retaliation awaits Jonathan when David sniffs out the prank?(stumfilm.dk)
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Plot Summary
In this silent comedy short, a man's attempt to impress a woman with his cheese-making skills goes hilariously awry. As he tries to create the perfect artisanal cheese, a series of mishaps and unexpected ingredients lead to a truly unique and disastrous culinary creation. The film follows his escalating panic and attempts to salvage the situation, much to the amusement of the woman he's trying to woo.
Critical Reception
As a short comedy from the silent era, 'Oh! That Cheese' was likely intended as light entertainment for audiences of its time. Contemporary reviews, if they existed and are preserved, would have focused on the comedic timing and physical gags typical of Wallace Reid's early work. Its reception is best understood through its genre and era rather than modern critical analysis.
What Reviewers Say
Lighthearted and amusing silent comedy.
Features early physical comedy from Wallace Reid.
A simple, charming short film from the early days of cinema.
Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for 'Oh! That Cheese' from 1916 is not available. However, films of this era and genre were generally appreciated for their escapism and humor.
Fun Fact
Wallace Reid, known for his later dramatic roles, started his career in comedies and musicals before becoming a major silent film star for Paramount Pictures.
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