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Plot Summary
In this short film, Buster Keaton plays a prospector who discovers a rich vein of oil on land owned by a cruel baron. The baron attempts to drive Keaton off the land, but Keaton, with the help of a local beauty, manages to outwit him and secure his fortune.
Critical Reception
As a short film from the early 1940s starring Buster Keaton, 'She's Oil Mine' is generally appreciated for its slapstick comedy and Keaton's signature physical humor. While not as iconic as his silent film masterpieces, it's seen as a competent entry in his later sound shorts, offering reliable laughs for fans.
What Reviewers Say
- Appreciated for Buster Keaton's enduring physical comedy.
- A well-crafted, if brief, entry in Keaton's later sound short film career.
- Offers predictable but effective gags for fans of the genre.
Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight Buster Keaton's performance and the film's humor as its strong points, though some note it doesn't reach the heights of his earlier work.
Fun Fact
This short film was part of a series of shorts Buster Keaton made for Columbia Pictures in the late 1930s and early 1940s after his major silent film career.
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