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9.2/10   197 votes
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Writers:
Kevin Brownlow (writer)
David Gill (writer)
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Plot:
A series about the life, career and works of the movie comedy genius. full summary | add synopsis
Awards:
Won 2 Primetime Emmys. Another 1 nomination more
User Comments:
A great documentary worthy of a great subject. Simple perfection. more

Cast

  (Cast overview, first billed only)
Lindsay Anderson ... Narrator

Buster Keaton ... Himself (archive footage)
Charles Lamont ... Himself
Bill Cox ... Himself
Loyal T. Lucas ... Himself
Louise Dresser ... Herself
Viola Dana ... Herself
Bartine Burkett ... Herself
Eleanor Keaton ... Herself
Harvey Parry ... Himself
Raymond Rohauer ... Himself
William Collier Jr. ... Himself
Marion Mack ... Herself
John Wilson ... Himself
Keith Fennell ... Himself
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Additional Details

Runtime:
USA:160 min (3 episodes)
Country:
UK
Language:
English
Aspect Ratio:
1.33 : 1 more
Sound Mix:
Mono

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5 out of 5 people found the following comment useful:-
A great documentary worthy of a great subject. Simple perfection., 10 March 1999
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Author: Bill Davis from Ghent, KY



This is simply a perfect documentary. I cannot find any fault in it or room for improvement, unless it would be to make it an even longer sampling of Keaton's skills. Buster Keaton was a unique master of physical comedy on film and this documentary is a worthy examination of Keaton's life. The music is wonderful. When I see Keaton's films now I wish the music from this documentary was playing with it. Everyone should see this documentary. Many would be surprised at what silent films had to offer.

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