Max Takes Back His Freedom
"Max quarrels so with his wife that the lady leaves him. Our hero then attempts to do his own cooking, etc. He buys a fowl, but it proves to be still alive, and after he has chased it with a revolver, partly plucked it, shaved and finally half-roasted it, the bird is still alive and wings its way off. Max next turns his attention to blacking his boots, upsets the liquid blacking, spoons it up, and a minute later is using the same spoon to stir the broth. He writes for his wife to return home, but soon after sending the letter hears he is heir to a large fortune, and lives in the seventh heaven of delight - until his wife returns." (The Bioscope, Feb. 15, 1912)
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| Original Title | Max reprend sa liberté |
| Year | 1912 |
| Country | France |
| Genre | Comedy |
| Director | Max Linder |
| Runtime | 10 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 5.8/10 (13 votes) |
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The film constructs a classic slapstick scenario, relying on physical humor and the absurd exaggeration of domestic failure. It explores masculine helplessness through a series of escalating gags with minimal sets, anchored by Max Linder's expressive performance.
What lingers after the chaotic cooking and boot-blacking is the sharp, ironic twist of fortune that perfectly caps the folly. A succinct lesson in silent comedy timing. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Max Linder
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