After being rejected by the Confederate military, not realizing it was due to his crucial civilian role, an engineer must single-handedly recapture his beloved locomotive after it is seized by Union spies and return it through enemy lines..


Does Buster Keaton's 'The General' still deserve a spot on your watchlist in the 21st century? Short answer: absolutely, but with crucial caveats.This film is an essential experience for cinephiles, slapstick aficionados, and anyone curious about the foundational artistry of cinema, yet it might test the patience of vi...


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"Does Buster Keaton's 'The General' still deserve a spot on your watchlist in the 21st century? Short answer: absolutely, but with crucial caveats.This film is an essential experience for cinephiles, slapstick aficionados, and anyone curious about the foundational artistry of cinema, yet it might test the patience of viewers unaccustomed to silent film conventions or those seeking a straightforward historical drama.It works. But it’s flawed. Its brilliance is undeniable, but its presentation dema..."
Paul Gerard Smith, William Pittenger, Clyde Bruckman, Buster Keaton, Al Boasberg, Charles Henry Smith
United States
Action, War, Comedy

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