I expressed my love for Buster Keaton a few post back. However, I did not do enough justice to the GREATEST comedian of all time. What is amazing about Buster Keaton is how well his films still hold up. The General, Sherlock Jr., Our Hospitality, and The Navigator still are funny after 70+ years; at times they completely mesmerizing in how well constructed and timed they are. Very few films have surpassed The General. Buster Keaton is my favorite comedian of all time. I prefer Keaton to Charlie Chaplin, mainly because Keaton doesn't try as hard to make you like his character. Chaplin is always look for sympathy, at times his techniques are enough to induce vomiting, especially in his film Limelight. Don't get me wrong, Chaplin was an incredible talent; Moderns Time and City Lights are two of my favorite films, it's just that I prefer Keaton's more subtle touch. Not to mention Keaton's films generally fly at a much faster pace, often he doesn't give you time to catch your breath. If you have not seen any Buster Keaton film, then I recommend you either rent a few, or try to catch them when they are showing on Turner Classic Movies. Don't let the fact that they are silents turn you off; they are far more visually exciting that most movies now a days. End.