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The Saphead is a 1920 American comedy-drama film featuring Buster Keaton. It was the actor's first starring role in a full-length feature and the film that launched his career as a leading man. Keaton was cast on the recommendation of Douglas Fairbanks.
The Saphead: Directed by Herbert Blaché, Winchell Smith. With Edward Jobson, Beulah Booker, Edward Connelly, Edward Alexander. The simple-minded son of a rich financier must find his own way in the world.
Sep 7, 2023 · Buster Keaton's first leading role in a full-length feature film was the 1920 American comedy-drama The Saphead. Keaton was cast on the recommendation of Douglas Fairbanks.
In 1920, having served a slapstick apprenticeship in the shorts of Roscoe “Fatty” Arbuckle, Buster Keaton had earned the opportunity to headline his own series of two-reel comedies.
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SYNOPSIS. In 1920, having served a slapstick apprenticeship in the shorts of Roscoe “Fatty” Arbuckle, Buster Keaton had earned the opportunity to headline his own series of two-reel comedies.
Buster Keaton as actor, rather than comedic mastermind - The Saphead is perhaps a career turning point for the legendary silent film comedian
