The Absent-Minded Waiter

Steve Martin's short film constructs its humor on the absurd escalation of a single premise: utter professional incompetence. It relies on impeccable timing and the actors' deadpan delivery amidst escalating chaos to build gag upon gag.

What lingers after the final check is presented is the feeling of a classic, polished stand-up bit translated to screen. Those who tire of overly complicated plots will find five minutes of pure, straightforward slapstick comedy. — MovieFinder Editorial