The Scribe
Originally released in 1966. The Scribe is a comedy film. directed by John Sebert. At just 30 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Buster Keaton, Jack Creley, and Cec Linder
Synopsis
Comedy short produced by the Construction Safety Association of Ontario, Canada. It demonstrates the dos and don'ts of construction site safety. The film is the last professionally filmed footage of film legend Buster Keaton, shot months before his death from lung cancer on February 1, 1966. He recreates several routines from his youth, as well as some new material for the film. Most notable was his recreation of a gag from his 1918 film The Bell Boy in which he mops the floor using only the tip of the mop, little by little while sitting on the floor.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 8, 1966
60 years ago
Runtime
0h 30m
30 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (11 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Canada
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Construction Safety Association of Ontario
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Scribe about?
Comedy short produced by the Construction Safety Association of Ontario, Canada. It demonstrates the dos and don'ts of construction site safety. The film is the last professionally filmed footage o...
Who directed The Scribe?
The Scribe was directed by John Sebert.
How long is The Scribe?
The Scribe has a runtime of 0 hours and 30 minutes (30 minutes total).
When was The Scribe released?
The Scribe was released on January 8, 1966 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Scribe?
The main cast of The Scribe includes Buster Keaton, Jack Creley, Cec Linder.