Buster Keaton’s "Go West" (1925), Public Domain Movie, Silent Movie
Buster Keaton’s Go West
1925
Buster Keaton
Go West is a 1925 American silent film starring Buster Keaton. The movie follows the story of Friendless, a drifter who travels west in search of fortune. Along the way, he tries his hand at various jobs, including bronco-busting, cattle wrangling, and dairy farming. Friendless forms a special bond with a cow named "Brown Eyes" and eventually finds himself leading a herd of cattle through Los Angeles.
The film begins with Friendless selling his last possessions for a meager amount of money. Unable to find work in the city, he accidentally ends up on a train heading west instead of New York. He lands a job at a cattle ranch despite having no experience. Friendless encounters a neglected cow named Brown Eyes, and their friendship develops as he cares for her. They share many adventures together, including facing a bull attack and rescuing two steers.
As the ranch owner prepares to sell the cattle, Friendless discovers that Brown Eyes is destined for the slaughterhouse. Determined to save her, he takes desperate measures and embarks on a thrilling journey. Along the way, he encounters challenges, including an ambush by rival ranchers.
The climax of the film takes place in Los Angeles, where Friendless must corral the cattle through the town. Chaos ensues as cows wander into stores, but Friendless manages to guide them and bring them to the stockyard. In the end, his efforts are rewarded when the ranch owner realizes the value of his actions.
Buster Keaton delivers a captivating performance as Friendless, capturing the character's determination and charm. The film showcases Keaton's physical comedy skills and his ability to create hilarious and heartwarming moments.
Go West is a delightful silent film that combines comedy, adventure, and a heartwarming bond between a man and his cow companion. It showcases Keaton's talent as an actor and director, and it remains a classic example of his iconic style.
Cast
Buster Keaton - Friendless
Howard Truesdale - Ranch owner
Kathleen Myers - Ranch owner's daughter
Ray Thompson - Ranch foreman
Brown Eyes - The Cow 'Brown Eyes'
Roscoe 'Fatty' Arbuckle - Woman in department store (uncredited)
Joe Keaton - Man in Barber Shop (uncredited)
Gus Leonard - General store owner (uncredited)
Babe London - Woman in department store (uncredited)
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