Release, runtime and language

1910 · 4 mins

Directed by

Louis J. Gasnier, Lucien Nonguet

Starring

Max Linder, Gabrielle Lange

In a snowy Alpine resort, Max attempts his first ski lessons. He leaves the hotel with the skis still on his boots, and his clumsy struggle to squeeze through his room’s door becomes hilariously absurd. After finally escaping, he frantically tries to keep his balance on a gentle slope, highlighting his awkward, endearing effort to learn the sport.