Sailor Beware!
Sailor Beware!

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Sailor Beware!

1933
Movie
18 min
English

A pair of sailors are on shore leave - skirt chasing and raising hell. They're targeted and pursued by a gang looking for a sailor with a winning lottery ticket. Mayhem ensues.

Insights

IMDb6.4/10
Director: Buster Keaton, Edwin H. MorrisGenres: Comedy, Short, War

Plot Summary

A young man tries to avoid military service by pretending to be a sailor, only to find himself embroiled in actual naval shenanigans. His attempts to maintain his deception lead to a series of comical misunderstandings and chaotic situations aboard a ship.

Critical Reception

As a short film from the early 1930s, "Sailor Beware!" is primarily appreciated for its slapstick comedy and Buster Keaton's signature physical humor. While not as acclaimed as his feature-length silent films, it's considered a solid entry in his sound shorts era, showcasing his enduring comedic talent.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Buster Keaton's physical comedy and timing.

  • Enjoyed as a lighthearted, short-form comedic piece.

  • Seen as a decent example of Keaton's work in the sound era.

Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film's humorous situations and Keaton's reliable comedic performance, even if it's considered a minor work in his filmography.

Fun Fact

This film was one of Buster Keaton's first sound shorts, marking a transition from his silent film era into a new phase of his career, though he struggled to adapt to the limitations imposed by sound recording.

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