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Time Flies
The short starts with a duel in the Old South wherein a man inadvertently saves one of the duelist's lives for which he is given a watch. Years pass and we next see the grandson, impoverished and heading to the big city for work (taking the watch with him). His ma gives him a pigeon in case he wants to send a message back home. The watch is the key to getting a fortune and a vamp and her cohort want it.
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Plot Summary
A short comedy where Buster Keaton plays a character who is obsessed with time and clocks. His world is filled with various timekeeping devices, leading to a series of eccentric and humorous situations as he tries to manage his life around the ticking seconds.
Critical Reception
As a short film from the silent era, 'Time Flies' is primarily appreciated for its comedic timing and Buster Keaton's signature physical humor. It is often viewed as a charming, albeit brief, example of his early work and his fascination with everyday objects turned into sources of comedy.
What Reviewers Say
Showcases Buster Keaton's physical comedy and knack for situational humor.
A brief but entertaining glimpse into the actor's early career.
Appreciated for its inventive use of props related to time.
Google audience: Information not available for this early silent short.
Fun Fact
This short film features Buster Keaton's real-life parents, Joe and Josephine Keaton, in supporting roles, offering a rare glimpse of them acting alongside their famous son.
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