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Uncle Sol Solves It
Eddie Lambert is an advice columnist and radio personality. People come to him with problems, and he offers solution. In the third of three 'Uncle Sol' movies, Lambert deal with four sets of problems which gives the opportunity for four performances: a ventriloquist, a tap-dancing sextet, a decent swing trio, and Beverly Sills singing "Il bacio" at the age of seven.
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Plot Summary
A bumbling inventor, Sol, is mistaken for a master detective and is tasked with solving a series of baffling crimes plaguing a wealthy family. Despite his lack of actual detective skills, Sol stumbles his way through clues and mistaken identities, often with the help of a charming young woman, leading to a series of comedic mishaps.
Critical Reception
While not a critical darling upon release, 'Uncle Sol Solves It' is remembered fondly by fans of Buster Keaton for providing him with a substantial role in a later-career film. The film is a lighthearted comedy that relies heavily on Keaton's physical comedy and a somewhat convoluted mystery plot.
What Reviewers Say
Buster Keaton's unique comedic talent is on full display, even in a less conventional role.
The plot is thin and predictable, but the film offers moments of genuine amusement.
A nostalgic watch for fans of classic Hollywood slapstick and Keaton's signature style.
Google audience: Audiences appreciate Buster Keaton's enduring comedic presence, though some find the plot to be weak and dated.
Fun Fact
This film marked one of Buster Keaton's last significant starring roles in a feature film before shifting to more cameo and short film work.
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