I cannot believe what I just witnessed!

This film is just shy of 90 YEARS OLD and it is without a doubt, one of the most inspired and delightful things I have seen in my life thus far. Keaton's expressions, his inventive sequences and his timing are impeccable, and at 45 lean minutes, this baby is a well-oiled machine. I had only seen Keaton's The General before this, but in light of my Chaplin viewings, I can indeed see why there is a fan-boy rivalry as to who is the greatest of these two visionaries. More Keaton for me please, and make that a second and third helping of this one while we are at it...

I've never asked myself, "How did they do that?" watching a Michael Bay film. Sherlock, Jr. had me asking that question repeatedly. It's 91 years old.

tom cruise: did you all know that i do my own stunts?!?! who else can say that?!?! i'm so GREAT!!!
buster keaton in the 20s: hold my beer

One of the most charming movies I’ve seen in a long time. So many different stunts and shots left me wondering how the hell they did that in 1924. A wonderful film experience that laid the groundwork for the future.

Buster Keaton's Sherlock Jr. is delightfully over-the-top funny. There are tons of memorable moments here (that billiard scene is definitely my favorite, followed by that motorcycle scene) and was led by Buster Keaton's entertaining performance.

Buster Keaton demolishes the fourth wall and uses the bricks to build a magic castle. Unbelievably advanced, with special effects and trick shots that look absolutely seamless, as if they stand apart from the entire history of such shots in movies. And the best part is you don't have to wake up and forget it all after a few minutes.

After watching Buster Keaton’s The General, I immediately wanted to watch another film of his called Sherlock, Jr. — which is probably the most adorable title for a feature-length film. Working as a meek movie theater projectionist, Keaton’s character longs to become a private detective. Out of luck and failing to accomplish this goal, the next best thing for him was to adventure the occupation in his dreams, where he becomes the renowned and unstoppable, Sherlock Jr. 

“We are lost! He is sending for the world’s greatest detective — Sherlock Jr.!”

Honestly, if you haven’t seen many silent films or any at all, then this film is a great place to start. It’s short, it’s sweet; it’s simply magical.

okay i honestly didn't expect to enjoy this as much as i did. the score for this was so good and everything about this was so charming and i just couldn't stop smiling. buster keaton seems so guileless here and it works SO well. and the scenes immediately after the start of the dream sequence...literally perfect

I just... love it so much. Alien and primal. I take this away from fully engaging with this early cinematic language, and seeing what translates perfectly up against what feels left behind. It's charming and thrilling.

Transcending it all is Keaton's performance, driven by perfect deadpan reactions, seemingly conveying deep neuroses and curiosities with the same goddamn face, amped up by perfect timing. It's also so gratifying seeing the protagonist gain so much confidence once they've entered the film.

Keaton getting pushed around by random cuts between various environments............................. we should've stopped there, save us all the embarrassment. So fucking magical.

I'll never tire of this one

What else can you say other than Buster Keaton is a genius

I thought Buster Keaton was gonna Sherlock the shit out of this case but instead, he's just a poor dude vying for some girl's affection. That made it all the more delightful and fun. So many times over the course of this movie I found myself going "how?" and then going "ohhhh....god damn!!!!!!!!!!" It was so fun to watch the entire chase sequence and the brilliant mind behind the cinema (even as it was burgeoning at this time).

Everything about this was truly great; Keaton is better known for The General but he will always be a delight to watch on screen. Today, we struggle with overlapping roles as filmmakers, but Keaton was often a one-man show starring himself. Astounding.

buster keatons a madman

So many crazy stunts how is this guy alive 

Great camera tricks and ambition and artistry really liked it a lot!

Creativa, impresionante en sus acrobacias y divertidísima.

imma say it but... Buster Keaton > Tom Cruise 👀

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With Sherlock, Jr I have finally watched atleast one film from what is considered by many to be the three major pillars of silent comedy that dominated the 20s, Charlie Chaplin, Harry Lloyd and Buster Keaton. While Chaplin still stands head and shoulders above his peers, mainly due to the fact that I have seen a lot more of his works in comparison to the others, there is no denying the incredible slapstick comedy and Keaton's virtuous physical performance in Sherlock, Jr as he puts together one hell of a love letter to the medium of cinema. He's the precursor to one of my major childhood hero, Jackie Chan, and for that I will always be grateful. Not much else to say here other than the mere fact that I was completely flabbergasted by the stunt work on display, utterly charmed by Keaton's persona and I can't wait to experience more of his works.

Silent movies... I’m only discovering them now, but this was a great introduction. Buster ‘the Great Stone Face’ Keaton is brilliant. While watching it I sat there with a big grin on my face. Great and fun stunts and this for a movie that’s almost 100 years old! The humor works so well here. I laughed quite a few times. Because there is no dialogue the actors had to work extra hard with their body and face expressions. Amazing!

God I wish someone like Keaton existed today...

i watch all buster keaton films on 1.5x speed which really inflames my hatred of the incessant music.

‘Estoy en mi peak, estoy en mi peak’ - Buster Keaton