Buster Keaton: The Genius Destroyed by Hollywood

2016Directed by Jean-Baptiste Péretié

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Released: February 7, 2016
Runtime: 52m

About Buster Keaton: The Genius Destroyed by Hollywood

Documentary

Synopsis

In 1926, Buster Keaton was at the peak of his glory and wealth. By 1933, he had reached rock bottom. How, in the space of a few years, did this uncontested genius of silent films, go from the status of being a widely-worshipped star to an alcoholic and solitary fallen idol? With a spotlight on the 7 years during which his life changed, using extracts of Keaton’s films as magnifying mirrors, the documentary recounts the dramatic life of this creative genius and the Hollywood studios.

Director: Jean-Baptiste Péretié
Writers: Valérie Frêne
Jean-Baptiste Péretié
Original title: Buster Keaton, un génie brisé par Hollywood

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