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Circus Daze

1937Movie9 minEnglish

Bosko and Honey, at the circus.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Buster KeatonGenres: Comedy, Short

Plot Summary

In this short comedy, Buster Keaton plays a young man who dreams of joining a traveling circus. He manages to get a job, but his initial enthusiasm quickly turns into a series of mishaps and chaotic encounters with the circus performers and animals. Despite the mayhem, he proves his worth in an unexpected way.

Critical Reception

As a Buster Keaton short from his later years, 'Circus Daze' is often seen as a charming but less impactful entry compared to his silent masterpieces. It showcases Keaton's enduring physical comedy skills, though the narrative and gags are generally considered more modest in scope and originality.

What Reviewers Say

  • Appreciated for Keaton's signature physical comedy.
  • Seen as a pleasant but minor work from Keaton's later career.
  • Offers lighthearted entertainment with some amusing visual gags.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'Circus Daze' is generally positive, with viewers enjoying Buster Keaton's continued talent for physical comedy and slapstick. Many appreciate it as a fun, albeit short, excursion into the world of circus life with a beloved comedic star.

Fun Fact

Buster Keaton's son, James Keaton, also had a small role in this short film, continuing the family's involvement in entertainment.

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