My Wonderful World Of Slapstick (Da Capo Paperback)

My Wonderful World Of Slapstick (Da Capo Paperback)
by Buster Keaton, Charles Samuels

My Wonderful World Of Slapstick (Da Capo Paperback)
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Author: Buster Keaton, Charles Samuels
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 1982-08-22
ISBN: 0306801787
Number of pages: 340
Publisher: Da Capo Press
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  • ISBN13: 9780306801785
  • Condition: New
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Book Review: A Rare Glimpse into A Creative Genius' Mind
Summary: 5 Stars

Reading the words of Buster Keaton gives great insight into how he was able to create his unique form of comedy.

His first hand telling of his fascinating life story may be a bit romanticized and a bit simplified, but then so were his films.

I came away with a clearer picture of what the world of silent film making was like, and how even a genius like Keaton could be dragged down by things beyond his grasp, including his own insecurities.

Keaton reveals himself to be a rather humble man. He makes clear that he never saw his work as anything more than the job of making people laugh. But he was a skilled acrobat and a great mime.

What is really missing from this book can only be found in the films themselves.

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