Review of Steamboat Bill, Jr. (1928) by Meg J — 14 Jan 2008

My first Buster Keaton film and I'm ready for more!

This review of Steamboat Bill, Jr. (1928) was written by Meg J on 14 Jan 2008.

Steamboat Bill, Jr. has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Miedy B (81) on 24 May 2012

Another masterpiece! It's hard to believe that this movie was made on 1928! Hilarious and the special effects (if there's any!) are astonishing…

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By Chris B (2,902) on 07 Feb 2014

Another amazing Buster Keaton film and filled with some of the most ornate and dangerous site gags ever captured on film…

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Steamboat Bill, Jr. continues to showcase the talents of Buster Keaton which clearly influenced many of today's comedians…

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By Dave J (1,987) on 08 May 2013

Wednesday, May 8, 2013 (1928) Steamboat Bill, JR SILENT ACTION COMEDY Original running time is about 70 minutes centering on two steamship…

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By Daniel A (1,013) on 07 Jan 2014

Even if you're not a fan of Silent Films, this one will win your heart…

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By Tuomas S (181) on 30 Jun 2012

Viimisen pÃ¤Ã¤lle hiottu mestariteos. Aivan uskomattomia juttuja. Buster Keaton on fyysisen komiikan hullu nero…

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By Aaron G (813) on 04 Jul 2012

If this doesn't make you a fan of silent comedies, I don't know what will…

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By Erol D (4) on 01 Jan 2012

YÄ±ldÄ±zlarÄ±m aÄzÄ±mÄ± aÃ§Ä±k bÄ±rakan finaldeki fÄ±rtÄ±na sahnelerine…

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By Ross B (404) on 02 Jan 2012

Another classic Buster Keaton film which sees him as the son of a steamboat captain named Steamboat Bill Canfield…

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