The General (1927)

1927 NR 79 Minutes

The General is a 1927 American silent film comedy from Buster Keaton. The film flopped when first released but is now regarded as the height of silent film comedy. The film is based on events from...

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8 / 10

Verdict: Good

BarneyNuttall
7 / 10
In historical context, The General is revolutionary. Keaton clearly had an understanding of cinema as the art form it truly is. There is no attempt to replicate another, such as theatre. Instead, Keaton uses closeups, unique framings, and even som... Read the full review »

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The General (1927)

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