This story finds Buster, Mary Jane, and Tige gathering a wagon-load of orphans and hosting a holiday party for them. Tige is up to his usual mischief, including sawing a hole in the dinner table and stealing the turkey dinner.
Short answer: yes, but...Yes, 'Buster's Orphan Party' is worth watching, but it's not for everyone. This comedic short from the early days of film is best appreciated by those with a nostalgic bent or a keen interest in the evolution of Buster Keaton's humor. It's a charming, if somewhat uneven, piece of history that c...
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"Short answer: yes, but...Yes, 'Buster's Orphan Party' is worth watching, but it's not for everyone. This comedic short from the early days of film is best appreciated by those with a nostalgic bent or a keen interest in the evolution of Buster Keaton's humor. It's a charming, if somewhat uneven, piece of history that captures the essence of holiday cheer and Buster's unique brand of slapstick.This film works because...This film works because it successfully captures the spirit of a holiday celeb..."
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