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Buster Keaton: The Genius Destroyed by Hollywood
Documentary

BUSTER KEATON: THE GENIUS DESTROYED BY HOLLYWOOD

20160h 52m7.8 TMDb

Directed by Jean-Baptiste Péretié

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In 1926, Buster Keaton was at the peak of his glory and wealth. By 1933, he had reached rock bottom. How, in the space of a few years, did this uncontested genius of silent films, go from the status of being a widely-worshipped star to an alcoholic and solitary fallen idol?

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Buster Keaton

Buster Keaton

Self

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Complexity6.7
Humor5.8
Realism9.2
Action5
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Recommended for

  • people who enjoy learning through film
  • viewers who appreciate critically recognized cinema

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