“Buster Keaton,” the Stunt Pioneer Admired by Jackie Chan, 5K Masterpiece Collection Opens for 22 Days

The Legendary Return of an Impassive Face at the Edge of Life

The essence of 'Buster Keaton', the king of comedy and stunts who dominated the silent-film era, returns to the screen. His masterpiece—where overwhelming scale meets meticulous direction—meets modern audiences, transcending 100 years.

A 100-Year Return to the Screen for a Comedy Film Master

A masterpiece collection that spotlights the work of 'Buster Keaton', a master of comedy and a pioneer of stunt action who never hesitates to risk his life, opens with performances on the 22nd. On the 7th, the distributor M&M International officially announced that it will present seven of his representative works that captivated the silent-film era.

Jackie Chan’s Ultimate Role Model, Paving the Way for Stunt Action

'Buster Keaton' is a legendary figure who pulls off breathtaking stunts with a straight face, delivering both laughter and tension through precise direction that cleverly uses space. In particular, it’s said that 'Jackie Chan'—the godfather of Hong Kong action films—counts him among the filmmakers he most respects, and his unique action techniques have profoundly influenced later generations of directors.

A 100th Anniversary Special Screening of His Finest Masterpiece, 'The General'

This special program was prepared to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the release of 'The General' (1926), widely regarded as his greatest masterpiece. Here is the lineup of screen showings that will vividly light up the 1920s:

• 'Three Ages' (1923)

• 'Our Hospitality' (1923)

• 'Sherlock Jr.' (1924)

• 'The Navigator' (1924)

• 'Seven Chances' (1925)

• 'The General' (1926)

• 'College' (1927)

Perfect Harmony of 5K Digital Restoration and a Modern Orchestra

Audiences will be able to experience classics from 100 years ago with breathtaking image quality. Film production company Blackhawk Films will screen a version that has been flawlessly digitally restored in '5K resolution', and with newly composed and arranged orchestral music added for the 2020s, the overall audiovisual finish has been elevated even further.

To Be Screened at Major Art-House Cinemas Nationwide

'Jackie Chan'’s role model—and the original pioneer of stunt action—will once again be brought to the big screen in this 'Buster Keaton' masterpiece collection, scheduled to be screened at major art-house cinemas nationwide.