THE SCARECROW (Released to Theaters USA 1920)

 

Ben Meyers’ Rating: 3.9|5.0 Starsììì  The Scarecrow—good, interesting short film—shows Buster Keaton to better advantage than some of his other movies.  Film Poster Courtesy of Google Images Storyline  A man and his friend want the same girl.  Additional Thanks  Thank you to Directors Edward F. Cline and Buster Keaton for directing effort. Thank you to Producer Joseph Schenck for making the film possible. Cast includes Buster Keaton, Sybil Seely, Joe Keaton, and Joe Roberts. Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?  Yes. It works at the suitable level and can be described as a cute movie. Video Critique Available Here: Ben Meyers

THE GENERAL (Theatrical Release USA 1926)

Ben Meyers’ rating: 4.2|5.0 Starsìììì

The General—cute and creative silent film starring Buster Keaton—serves good entertainment despite its age. Intriguing with a well written script, the portrayal is very well done and the acting worth seeing.

 Film Poster Courtesy of Wikipedia

Storyline 

A man has two loves. 

Additional Thanks 

Thank you to Directors Clyde Bruckman and Buster Keaton for directing effort. Thank you to Producers Joseph Schenck and Buster Keaton for making the film possible. Characters/cast include: Johnnie Gray (Buster Keaton), Annabelle Lee (Marion Mack), Captain Anderson (Glen Cavender), General Thatcher (Jim Farley), Confederate General (Frederick Vroom), Annabelle’s Father (Charles Smith), Annabelle’s Brother (Frank Barnes), and Union Generals (Joe Keaton, Mike Donlin, Tom Nawn). 

Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe? 

Yes. Wonderful entertainment.

 Video Critique Available Here:

Ben Meyers