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Buster Keaton in His Own Time

- What the Responses of 1920s Critics Reveal

About Buster Keaton in His Own Time

If you thought you knew Buster Keaton's silent features, think again. By keying on 1920 period texts one sees how a popular but yet cult star (yes, cult star ) is now on a par with Charlie Chaplin. Why? Because his dark comedy anticipation of the Theater of the Absurd speaks to a modern audience like no other silent comedian.

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9781476666808
  • Binding:
  • Paperback
  • Pages:
  • 242
  • Published:
  • March 27, 2018
  • Dimensions:
  • 178x254x12 mm.
  • Weight:
  • 413 g.
Delivery: 2-4 weeks
Expected delivery: December 18, 2024

Description of Buster Keaton in His Own Time

If you thought you knew Buster Keaton's silent features, think again. By keying on 1920 period texts one sees how a popular but yet cult star (yes, cult star ) is now on a par with Charlie Chaplin. Why? Because his dark comedy anticipation of the Theater of the Absurd speaks to a modern audience like no other silent comedian.

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