The Great Buster: A Celebration 2018
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 102 minutes
- Director
- Peter Bogdanovich
- Network
- Cohen Media Group
- Where to Stream
- Cohen Media Amazon Channel
What is The Great Buster: A Celebration?
The Great Buster: A Celebration is a 2018 American documentary film that explores the life and professional career of Buster Keaton. Directed and written by Peter Bogdanovich, the production serves as a tribute to the influential filmmaker and comedian, highlighting his singular style and prolific output during the silent era.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2018
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 102 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 5, 2018
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Cohen Media Group
- Genres
- Documentary, Comedy
- Updated
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- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.2/10 from 72 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~102 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Cohen Media Group
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The Great Buster: A Celebration is a 2018 American documentary film that explores the life and professional career of Buster Keaton. Directed and written by Peter Bogdanovich, the production serves as a tribute to the influential filmmaker and comedian, highlighting his singular style and prolific output during the silent era. The documentary chronicles how Keaton established his legacy as a true cinematic visionary. Narrated by Bogdanovich, the film incorporates interviews with various industry figures, including Dick Van Dyke and James Karen. The documentary is categorized under the genres of biography, comedy, and documentary. It was released in the United States on October 5, 2018, and has a runtime of one hour and forty-two minutes. Distributed by Cohen Media, the film functions as a primer on Keaton's body of work. Critics have noted that while the documentary may not match the entertainment value of the original films it covers, it remains an essential examination of the iconic silent film star.
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“A gripping exploration of documentary and comedy that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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The Great Buster: A Celebration is currently available to watch or stream on Cohen Media Amazon Channel, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.
Is The Great Buster: A Celebration worth watching?
The Great Buster: A Celebration holds a community rating of 7.2/10 based on 72 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Documentary, Comedy for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie The Great Buster: A Celebration and when was it released?
The Great Buster: A Celebration is a feature film with a runtime of 102 minutes. It was released in 2018. Release status: Released.
Who directed The Great Buster: A Celebration?
The Great Buster: A Celebration was directed by Peter Bogdanovich.
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