A Brave Engineer: Buster Keaton's Last Ride

This documentary chronicles Buster Keaton's cinematic journey from 1920 to 1965, focusing on his memorable interactions with locomotives. It features key works such as Our Hospitality and The General, illustrating how trains played a significant role in his storytelling.

The film showcases Keaton's evolution, starting with his early silent films and culminating in his later work, The Railrodder, where he traverses Canada. This format allows viewers to appreciate the artistry and technical skill involved in Keaton's filmmaking, as well as the cultural impact of his work during the silent film era.

As a collector, this documentary is a valuable resource for understanding the historical context of silent cinema and Buster Keaton's contributions. It provides insight into the artistic choices that defined his career and the evolution of film as a medium during a transformative period.