Buster Keaton : a filmmaker's life
(Book)

"This is a Borzoi book published by Alfred A. Knopf" -- title page verso.

Includes bibliographical references, filmographies, and index.

"A comprehensive account of the life and work of Buster Keaton"--,Provided by publisher.

Keaton's deadpan stare, his iconic look and acrobatic brilliance obscured the fact that behind the camera he was one of our most gifted filmmakers. Through nineteen short comedies and twelve magnificent features, he distinguished himself with such seminal works as Sherlock Jr., The Navigator, Steamboat Bill, Jr., The Cameraman, and his masterpiece, The General. Curtis gives us a comprehensive life of "The Great Stone Face": legendary actor, stunt artist, screenwriter, director. Keaton was a master who beguiled audiences almost a century ago -- and his films remain as innovative, and irresistible to audiences today. -- adapted from jacket