So, you’ve stumbled upon Buster Steps Out. If you’re not already a dedicated spelunker in the caves of silent cinema, this one’s probably not going to convert you. It’s a niche appeal, really. But if you harbor a deep affection for early animal actors, or just want to see how wildly different film grammar used to be, t...
Comparing the cinematic DNA and archive impact of two defining moments in cult history.
Francis Corby
Lloyd Ingraham
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"So, you’ve stumbled upon Buster Steps Out. If you’re not already a dedicated spelunker in the caves of silent cinema, this one’s probably not going to convert you. It’s a niche appeal, really. But if you harbor a deep affection for early animal actors, or just want to see how wildly different film grammar used to be, there’s a certain, well, quaintness to it. Absolutely skip it if you’re looking for anything resembling modern pacing or subtle character development. You’ll either find it a charmi..."
