Buster Keaton Rides Again
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- Опубликовано: 6 сен 2024
- In this film Keaton rides across Canada on a railway scooter and, between times, rests in a specially appointed passenger coach where he and Mrs. Keaton lived during their Canadian film assignment. This film is about how Buster Keaton made a Canadian travel film, The Railrodder. In this informal study the comedian regales the film crew with anecdotes of a lifetime in show business. Excerpts from his silent slapstick films are shown
Directed by John Spotton - 1965
He was not only a genius, but his athleticism was unbelievable... countless scenes where he risks his life and yet retains that stoik expression. There will never be another like him. May God bless this man.
The saddest thing about his life is that his first wife was a cruel, manipulative and highly materialistic woman who never loved him but only for his fame and money. She even snatched away his 2 sons from him and forced her surname upon them. Eleanor, the girl he married later who was 23 years younger than him, saved his career and him from alcoholism, depression etc later. They lived happily till his death in 1966 from lung cancer. Eleanor died in 1998 and oddly from the same disease.
Rip Buster and Eleanor.
At this advanced age, his timing is still flawless. At approximately 11:15 - 11:30 he helps stopping a train motor, and then sends it back. pure timing genius.
it looks so natural that I totally missed it the first time
So funny. That was great.
It's not impossible to do that by hand, the train cars just have to be on a flat enough spot and have the exact amount of momentum remaining. I did it in a rail yard in Slovenia. I wasn't 70yrs old, however, Buster was an absolute super athlete in his prime and certain muscles never go away.
And to move about without a sign of his stunts affecting him. No limp, no bent back etc. He was the greatest stuntman.
@@hendo337 you actually believed it ? !!!
He was absolutely right about that gag (when the director wanted him to be doing his laundry and Buster wanted to be opening a map...) because you have to be able to "sell" the gag. Who does laundry while riding a train car....but you might be looking at a map. Honestly, I just look at Buster's face and laugh. Such deadpan funniness. One in a million.
Buster’s way was indeed the right way. Of course it was!
But they could have done both...
He does do laundry in the finished film, it's just in a general shot of him travelling along somewhere (which makes sense as something he might need to do from time to time, just like him washing his face, which is another scene from travelling through). So they were able to use both ideas.
Words aren't enough to fully express just how much love and respect I have for Buster Keaton. I'd have given anything to have met and chat with him; maybe even get an autograph and picture. But nothing could replace a real-life encounter with, to me, the humble little man who was THE greatest comedian of all time. :-)
TakersMissy Well said, and I could not agree more!
Amen!
Humble, wonderful and tough as a briar knot. They just don’t make guys like him anymore!
a fellow Taker and Buster fan? we must be long lost cousins or something lol. I was just saying how Buster would have been a great wrestler, if he wasn't so good at comedy.
@@scottmoore1614 No, they sure don't! :-(
69 years old and STILL DOING HIS OWN STUNTS!!! Buster Keaton was amazing!
But He dued in a age 70...
Died*
@@SlenderSRLung cancer..😢
Once you have Buster in your heart you never quite get over having had to lose him by growing up... having had to move on with your life and leave him - there`s like a sadness in the fact you never can go back and meet him...in Playland,... he is too amazing... He was (and is) the most beautifull presence in film, somehow - he is nostalgia personified for me... a good, good man.. special beyond words. Thank you old friend..
This ^
We didn’t lose him...he still out there laughing with us♥️ Did u join DanFamily on Facebook? Great group of Buster Lovers. ...many with supernatural experiences to tell...me being one!♥️🎥🎬
As long as his films exist, he's always there for you. It took me until middle age to discover his movies, and he hit me hard. Like where have you been all my life?! If he could speak back to me, he would say "I'm here, where I've always been. Where have *you* been?" Now he's in my heart and in my mind and I can visit him anytime. :)
@@mel_bee ....Yes!
I know what you´re getting at about Buster. It´s a bittersweet feeling thinking about him or watching him in action. He has left this world that we know and it feels like not being able to hold the qualities that made him "him," more like longing than sadness. When I watch his old movies and learn more about him as a person, it always makes me smile with tears rolling down my face.
World can never give birth to a new Buster keaton. He was the geat practical philosopher of comedy. I too very much love Keaton.
I love this. I'm real jealous of all the folks who got to relax and talk to Buster, listen to his stories, his ideas, his thoughts on comedy and film - man, what I would have given to be there. It's so great that someone thought to make this side-film and compose this documentary back then - Buster's Last Stand! There will never be another Buster.
+vrikey What an enjoyable time it would have been to travel with Buster Keaton across Canada in a private rail car. I could've played Bridge with him every night. I'd have trouble with all the cigarette smoking, though.
vrikey I know, thank god they thought to film this! Buster IS the one and only.
My gosh, you can tell by the way he talks with them all, that he's full of knowledge, he knows exactly how to do something, how it's gonna work, why it won't work, why it needs to be done a certain way. My goodness I would have loved to have learnt from this man. Sat down with him and said "Tell me everything you know about filmmaking" I bet the director learnt so much from this experience. Buster is so genuine too, down to earth man that absolutely loves his job as a comedian/actor. Love him!
Chuck Jones, the man behind animation such as Road Runner/Wile. E. Coyote cartoons was a huge fan of Buster and was greatly influenced by his work. Makes so much sense! Buster was brilliant and we will never see his like again.
Whoa!
Perhaps the best film made about him....it's beyond moving.
God Bless Eleanor Keaton
"The bridge isn't the gag, it's only the suspense." Listen to the man! Switching gags on him as a director, my word, the nerve!
I love the interaction about the map and bridge gag. Keaton knows his stuff quite well. This young director should have listened to Buster, he pioneered the silent film.
+Seth D. Meyers I do worse things in my sleep than that!
can't get enough of this genius
As a railway conductor in Canada, I love this behind the scenes stuff!
I kind of love this guy. He's amazing.
Btw, some folks here were asking who the narrator is in the film. He was Michael Kane, born in Quebec in 1922. He was a writer and actor. He died at the age of 85 in 2007.
Mr. Kane' s voice is similar to that of Joseph Cotten, who starred in Citizen Kane. How cyclical!
No one knew that at this time he was suffering from lung cancer, which would in time take him. The day before he died he was joking and playing poker in the hospital. He would sadly be gone just 16 months later.
Buster and Trains.. made for each other.. They both understand each other so perfectly.
man was a legend
man IS a legend :)
And also "IS" completely underrated. Why am I just discovering him now?
@@commodoresixfour7478 Likewise. I've known the name for some 55 years, yet the penny dropped only last week.
@@commodoresixfour7478 Do you live in America and how old are you ? I live in France and i knew him since the seventies, he's my silent movies favourite comedian.
What a treat to see this just after viewing the film “The Rail Rodder”. Awesome actor, 3 generations into his career.
It was a treat to see him perform “Casey Jones” at the very end.
He was brought into the world to do the very thing he was most passionate about and most brilliant at. He wasted no time getting down to it and never stopped. We should all be so lucky.
Of all the comics from the silent era Keaton is my favorite.
He helped develop physical comedy for film and IMO he was one of the great comedy film makers from that time.
I miss him.
Here Here! He was such a down to earth, humble man. Massively underrated at the time and overshadowed by Chaplin, and I'm English! Poor Buster was given bad advice and he took it because he wasn't a businessman, he trusted people he regarded as his friends with his best interests at heart, and they ruined him. Very sad for him, and us as his genious in comedy film-making came to an end. On a brighter note he was vindicated in his later years as a genius in film-making as director and actor. We will never see the likes of him again sadly, but we have his legacy in film. He will never be forgotten.
@@julioj3841 In the early 1930s he went under contract to MGM. His closest friends , Mary Pickford, Chaplain and others, warned him against this, but he needed money so he went forward with MGM. L.Mayer ruined him. Essentially left him sitting on the sidelines with little to do. This was a waste of considerable talent and energy. That's such a pity.
One thing he did do while at MGM was to train the next generation of comic actors.
He trained the likes of Red Skelton, Lucille Ball and others who went on to huge success.
Of course I'm also partial to Keaton because he was born and raised only a few miles from where I was born and still live in central Kansas.
Anyway, he'll always be my favorite from the silent era.
Have a Happy Christmas!
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@@ellisonhamilton3322 Thank you for reply. Buster was not a business man by his his own admission, he was an actor and performer who earned in Hollywood more than he ever thought he ever would. He had a good life to begin with, everything anyone could dream of - unfortunately short-lived. Then due to his matrimonial (and ultimately drink) problems, everything snatched away from him - even his two sons, and basically everything he owned, as you probably know about, no wonder he sank into depression. He eventually, in Eleanor found someone to help, love and carry on his legacy and work in Europe and American television ,cementing his status as as an America Icon. (If he was British he would have been knighted I'm sure).
Yes he left a wonderful legacy in film behind him but there could have been more, After the silent films they didn't know what to do with him. So much wasted talent. So sad
Happy Christmas to you too and your loved ones. From England. xxx
@@ellisonhamilton3322 I agree with everything you said . Buster was not a businessman and sadly went against his friends' advice. He trusted Schenck, as his brother in law, and it proved to be his was contacted to were rubbish, except from The Cameraman. This led and contributed to his depression and
Buster Keaton was one of a kind, a master of motion like no one else.
Master of motion, you say? ... Have you seen "The Wizard of Speed and Time"? Another of those little, personally expressive gems.
@@Dowlphin Not yet, but I'll check it out. Thanks for the tip.
cheers from cold Vienna, Scott
It's marvelous to see Keaton telling stories to the director about iconic producers. And sharing stunt and gag ideas! Wow! At the master's feet, for sure. People marvel that Chan and Cruise do stunts. Keaton was the real deal!
He was certainly a silent star but he had such a great voice. That director in Canada was wearing the style of hunting cap that all shotgunners wore long ago, a Jones-style cap, I never see then anymore except my own
I'm new to comedy and this man inspired me deeply. Thank you Mr. Keaton. God speed in the comedy zone in the sky
If you’re new to comedy, this man is the place to start!
39:15 Buster: "You got any special page?"
Little girl: "Under the K please.."
Buster: " Under the K...that's right..absolutely.." Cool as a cucumber with the kids that absolutely adored him. I wonder how many of these children that are most likely in their mid to upper 60's now, still have that autograph. It would be interesting to hear some of their stories and memories of that day...
That was so sweet and it made me cry and feel like a kid again really amazing the kids all talking and laughing about the films they got to see... I bet they all cried hearing Buster died 4 months later.... Come back later well later is now..
how prolific that child said that.... This is history on film its wonderful to see...
Popular kids' breakfast.
Gotta love the perfect timing he has for stopping the train & reversing its direction. A true artist.
I love Buster Keaton. . . So much thanks for his movies. Thanks God for so amazing genius man. ... . And I'm so sad hi is gone. . . .
This is such a treat! Love hearing Buster singing and playing his ukulele at the end, awesome! He looked happy. ❤️
Not to be that guy, but I thought it was a palor guitar
@@joeb3590 this guitar is a four strings ukulele. It is not a parlor guitar.
@@francoisebeylie2923 it sounds so pretty
When I started doing Stunts on Stage and in Movies I was Inspired by Buster's Style .... You Know, Feet in the Air....
Love the ending credits with buster. Thanks for the hard work Mr. Keaton
i can't believe that someone got Buster Keaton a Mamod traction engine as a birthday present i hope Buster had fun steaming it
he could be glorious in villian characters... old godfater... and this voice. I love him for stunts and love him for old look and voice.
They did well to get one his last things on film !
It is quite obvious that Buster Keaton cares deeply about his work. As he said in reference to the Marx brothers, & others antics on set, "didn't worry about it, didn't try to. Well, that used to get my goat because, my god, when we made pictures, we ate, slept, & dreamed them!"
I found a picture of Buster Keaton with Groucho Marx and Chico Marx together
He says that in a Canadian TV interview, the video is online. It's wonderful to watch him say it. His passion and commitment to his art are enchanting.
In late 2018 a new documentary about Buster came out and is titled “The Great Buster”.
REALLY? Where can I see it or get it?? Is it on Amazon?
@@TakersMissy Not sure to be honest but it is out there. You can read about it on IMDB and see the trailer on RUclips. It is called The Great Buster: A Celebration.
Both of his sons lived to be 85 !
Wow. I’ve never seen him filmed like this. The clarity! It’s like actually being there.
I'm glad that they did it Buster's way, it gave the scene much more danger and suspense...Him doing his laundry doesn't give us any suspense at all!
Buster Keaton was the real thing. Only one day in school, and he spent 50 years teaching newbies how to film a movie. He’ll never be equaled.
The picture quality is fantastic, and it’s great to see Buster in his element
Buster was the man!!
This is so awesome! Buster speaks and expresses different facial movements!
I wish I could have met him. Such a legend!
I adore this man, he reminds me of Roald Dahl in the early 1990s, astonishingly charismatic man. Film stars could take a few notes on candor and class from Buster.
Absolutely brilliant , enjoyed every minit . I grew up watching loads of buster and Lloyd.laurel and hardy.and still watch them now .quality is quality age don't matter.
The master at work! What a gift to share this with RUclips. He should have been given more chances to do films in his later years, but he did many shorts, television shows and we now have this wonderful documentary filmed while making a movie with Gerald Potterton. Thanks for this great piece of work.
It's sad to see Buster coughing. I was born in 1970 - I'm bummed that Buster and I were never on the Earth at the same time.
I assume the coughing is due to Mr Keaton's heavy smoking. Sadly, it probably led to his death in Jan. of 1966 from lung cancer. One of the greatest film comedians of ALL time ! So much laughter he gave to the world ! He had more than his fair share of hard times in his personal & professional life but at least his 3rd marriage was a very happy one & lasted to his death. And thank heavens he was recognized late in his life for his comedic triumphs on the screen, dating all the way back to the silent days. THANK YOU so much for your comment !! :-)
Agreed, I missed him by only 3 yrs...😕
Josh Done I love Buster! One of my favorite silent film stars along with Chaplin! Shame I never got the chance to meet him because I was born in 2004 and he left us in 1966. :(
@@jubalcalif9100 ah he died 4 months later then the birthday oct 4 then this is Gold to see.....
@@ronfrey6639 You speak the truth, Kemo Sabe ! A comedy icon ! :-)
This is wonderful. i highly recommend James Curtis' new Buster biography - A Filmmaker's Life - great read.
This such a great documentary. Stunning that we have this intimate footage of Buster in his last year. It's also kind of sad to see the cliched ideas people had in the 1960s of silent films - accompanied by an out-of-tune piano playing farcical popular songs. That would never have been appropriate for The General or any of Buster's brilliant silent movies.
Still an absolute doll. And still a babe! It was innate, he couldn't help it.😍 I love him so much.
A one of a kind legend!
the Man looks great! and was there a hint of a smile that I see. good too see, that he could be a joker as well.
That quick story about Louis B. Mayer (co-founder of MGM) at 2:50 was VERY interesting. Love those inside stories!
His voice is impressive, first time I’ve heard it.
This footage is priceless. Buster, Loyd and Chaplin have been and will always be my heroes.
He can do mOre than that,,, the fire still in his eyes... never get a legend like this... the man of stunt, direction, action, acting... great stone faced actor acted by body lang..
thanks for posting ! Buster for president !!!
17:45 What a throw!
Love him! What a genius.
What an amazing story and deep respect for this man
ICON !! Too bad he smoked non stop ! He lived to be 70 and that in itself was a miracle ! The guy did some death stunts his first 45 years !!
THIS FILM WAS A FAVORITE OF MINE WHEN I WAS A KID
Fascinating footage, but you can tell Buster is already ill :( (Salute)
Oh Buster, how could you be smoking and drinking multiple times? Such an embarrassment of the great stone face.😔
Remember watching the Railroader in school, loved it then love it now. Never seen this behind the scenes before
34:03 His wife discusses his "chronic Bronchitis" and his susceptibility to coming down with pneumonia. I wonder if anyone would have suspected the lung cancer that would claim him shortly thereafter.
Thanks for this nice lil treat.....
Many thanks to the folks who made this production possible. When I was twelve, I discovered Laurel & Hardy who led me to finding Buster. I was awestruck and delighted with his seemingly impossible stunts and dead-pan face. A multi- talented man, his incredible output of films, ( like Harold LLoyd's, ) was rediscovered and lauded.
Keaton's voice sounds like a Padrino ready to make some business. What a guy...the greatest.😂
I really wish he got more recognition during his life.. He clearly got some, and thats good… but not NEARLY enough
Always made my Mom stay sit'n every time this came on !!
God Bless Buster Keaton
Great ..film makers are English, Im English I know the accent ...wonderful ...1965 the year I was born...Love Buster Keaton ..saw this in 2022..interesting
Amazingly Awesomeness! enjoy everything
Can't get enough from those old times and the atmosphere in those days! All the images from the late 1800, early 1900 years, fantastic..
Had everything and lost everything ...came back ..with respect ..a mighty man of spirit ..great man
Buster Keaton was born the same year as my grandfather whom I never got to see since he died before my dad's marriage. Buster was a great comic personality and he's one of the pioneers of the art on the silverscreen. Charlie Chaplin followed close but was much more publicised so the world knows about him more than Buster.
This film is behind the scene of the film The Railrodder... where he rides cart all the way across Canada
Buster's eyes project an intelligence and loneliness.
And innocence...
Comic legend. the best there ever was! I can't get over those stunts in the early years. No fear, balls of steel!
When they changed gags on him towards the final half, I was disappointed in the director. Despite his age, Keaton still believed that you should never cheat a gag, despite its dangers.
37:15 .. SOOOOO hilarious!!!
Buster Keaton is Legend
31:23 little bit shy buster
Superb
brilliant!
You gotta have some kinda balls to presume to direct Keaton.
This is wonderful. What a great man.
200,000 in the 20s? god damn
thank you for this terrific download.
Buster Keaton sounds just like John Goodman. Of course he looks like a kind British gentleman here to me.
Buster was an awesome legend
I saw this years ago and have been wanting to see it again. Thank you for posting!
That stupid director should have just let Buster do his thing. Buster was a genius.
That stupid director gave him film work when no one else could even conceive of doing that.... C'mon now.
You're right. That's notorious when Buster crossed bridge in the paper trapped gag. That wasn' t the better point of view.
I just thought, "What?? YOU are gonna tell the legendary BUSTER friggin' KEATON, THE King of physical slapstick comedy, that a stunt is 'TOO DANGEROUS'?! (:-O) Haven't you seen all of his silent works? Don't you know how most stunt work was done in the silent days?? It's good you care about him, but c'mon! You just insulted the man - how dare you!"
@37:12 He suddenly went back from 70y young to 20y old. Guy didn't lost his magic touch one bit. Legend!
I really enjoyed this...thank you!
A joy and a delight to see this complete version instead of the 30 minute version on Main Street TV around 1993/4.
Brilliant mind until the end...
Love you Buster! ❤