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1926 · 79 min · NR

The General

Directed by Clyde Bruckman, Buster Keaton · Comedy, War, Romance

The General (1926) is a Comedy film, directed by Clyde Bruckman and Buster Keaton set in Georgia during the 1800s. It runs 79 minutes and is rated NR.

A espionage, with a comedic and romantic tone. Themes of love & longing run throughout.

Cinematography
Bert HainesDevereaux Jennings
Cast
Buster KeatonMarion MackGlen CavenderJim FarleyFrederick VroomFrank BarnesCharles Henry SmithJoe Keaton

The world of this film

Setting

Where
Georgia
Setting
Rural
When
1800s

Premise & themes

Premise
Espionage
Themes
Love & Longing
Tone
ComedicRomantic

Shape

Protagonist
Solo Lead
Pacing
Propulsive
Dialogue
Sparse Quiet
Based on
Inspired By Real Events

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