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The General [Blu-ray] (1927)

Buster Keaton , Buster Keaton     NR    Blu-ray
5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)

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Product Details

  • Actors: Buster Keaton
  • Directors: Buster Keaton
  • Format: NTSC, Silent, Surround Sound
  • Language: English
  • Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Rating: NR (Not Rated)
  • Studio: KINO VIDEO
  • DVD Release Date: November 10, 2009
  • Run Time: 78 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B002NTDX6O
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #4,068 in Movies & TV (See Bestsellers in Movies & TV)

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    #2 in  Movies & TV > Classics > Silent Films
    #52 in  Movies & TV > Comedy > Parody & Spoof

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MASTERED FROM A 35MM ARCHIVE PRINT STRUCK FROM THE ORIGINAL CAMERA NEGATIVE

THE NUMBER 18 GREATEST FILM OF ALL TIME (AFI 100 YEARS... 100 MOVIES)

Consistently ranked among the greatest films ever made, Buster Keaton s THE GENERAL is so brilliantly conceived and executed that it continues to inspire awe and laughter with every viewing. This Kino Ultimate 2 Disc Edition was mastered in HD from a 35mm archive print struck from the original camera negative. Rejected by the Confederate army as unfit, and taken for a coward by his beloved Annabelle Lee (Marion Mack), young Johnny Gray (Keaton) is given a chance to redeem himself when Yankee spies steal his cherished locomotive. Johnny wages a one-man war against hijackers, an errant cannon and the unpredictable hand of fate while roaring along the iron rails. Every shot has the authenticity and the unassuming correct composition of a Mathew Brady Civil War photograph, wrote film historian David Robinson, No one not even Griffith or Huston and certainly not Fleming (Gone With the Wind) caught the visual aspect of the Civil War as Keaton did.

SPECIAL FEATURES:
- Three musical scores to choose from:
(1) Music composed and conducted by Carl Davis, performed by The Thames Silents Orchestra (in 5.1 Stereo Surround or 2.0 Stereo)
(2) Music arranged and directed by Robert Israel
(3) Theatre organ score by Lee Erwin
- A video tour of the authentic General, presented in association with The Southern Museum
- A tour of the filming locations, presented by John Bengtson, author of Silent Echoes
- Behind-the-scenes home movie footage
- Filmed introduction by Gloria Swanson
- Filmed introduction by Orson Welles
- The Buster Express, a brisk montage of train gags from throughout Keaton s career

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16 of 17 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Southern Comfort, November 11, 2009
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This is a remarkable blu-ray from Kino. The image is crystal clear without any digital hardness and the fine grain of the film is retained to boot. The various scores offered (Carl Davis' being first up on the list and the perfect one to listen to)and all the suppliments from the DVD edition are offered here. The simple menu design and the directness with which the blu-ray loads are all a sharp slap in the face to the majority of lesser films released in the format that have unbearably convoluted and tediously clever menus that load slowly and ultimately result in having to shuffle through endless onscreen paperwork.

THE GENERAL is a remarkable film, more epic even than GONE WITH THE WIND, it is truly not only one of the greatest silent films ever made, but one of the greatest American films ever made, despite whatever the idiot AFI might think (they left it off of their first 100 Greatest Films of All Time list, in fact not a single Buster Keaton film made it to that list, as well as Murnau's SUNRISE). This is action/adventure of the highest order, as thrilling as RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK and even better, for it's all really there - the dam breaking, the ensuing flood, the long tracking shots with the trains chasing each other, people running through fire and exploding shells, the collapsing bridge - all of it is done in real time before the camera, no minitures, no cgi. Outstanding film, very funny, and full of jaw-dropping sequences that are enacted for real. A Buster Keaton, and an American, masterpiece.
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars One of the Best Silent Comedies, November 11, 2009
The General is an absolute comedy classic - even in front of a modern audience this movie draws more laughs than newer "comedies". If you aren't familiar with Buster Keaton this is a great place to start. His amazing athleticism and timing are on full display here, and the train scenes (basically the whole movie) are a veritable ballet.

As for the blu-ray itself, I've never seen the movie look better. You won't be using it as a demo disc for your system, but the detail and clarity are top notch. I consider this a must buy for a serious movie collector!
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7 of 9 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars 4 Star General, December 12, 2009
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Who knew this old movie could look so great? Wow!!! Blu-ray Rocks!!!!

I feel I travel back to the Roaring 20's to see it as it was first projected.

Awesome silent movie!!!
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5.0 out of 5 stars ATTENTION: Young & Old Movie Lovers. This 1926 Classic w/NEW Soundtrack is PERFECT in Blu-ray!!! (explained)
"THE GENERAL" (1926 with Buster Keaton) is an American Classic Silent Film period.

This review is to ALL MOVIE LOVERS young & old. Read more
Published 3 days ago by forrie lowell

5.0 out of 5 stars Blu-ray: Oh my...this film looks magnificent on Blu-ray!!! WOW!!!
In 1927, the American silent film "The General", now known as one of the greatest films ever made, was released in theaters. Read more
Published 4 days ago by Dennis A. Amith (kndy)

5.0 out of 5 stars The General in bluray
Ever since the Railroad Museum in Sacramento opened up it has been showing this movies nonstop and my son has wanted this movie ever since. Read more
Published 4 days ago by Patricia A. Fischetti

5.0 out of 5 stars A clear look back in time
"The General", as most of you know if you are reading this, is a silent movie made back in the 1920's. Read more
Published 6 days ago by GL

5.0 out of 5 stars The General - Kino - Blu Ray
I've have to say that with this version I own four different editions of this fantastic movie.
I have to say that this restoration is Awesome. Read more
Published 7 days ago by Jorge Jose Pascual Llopis

5.0 out of 5 stars Classic
Find a review elsewhere if you want to know what it's about. It is a comedy classic that would put Jackie Chan to shame. THESE are stunts. Read more
Published 9 days ago

5.0 out of 5 stars The best comedy I own on Blu-ray!
I love Buster Keaton and I think you will too. If you've never tried a silent film then this is a great way to start. Read more
Published 17 days ago by Michael Gillett

5.0 out of 5 stars The General blu-ray
you should change your description of The General. Johnny Grey (buster) is NOT 'rejected as unfit' in this movie. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Oliver

5.0 out of 5 stars Too Good to Miss
The General is one of a handful of movies that I can't recommend more highly.

Some great old movies are a little bit like spinach. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Michael Burton

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