Stephan Graf von Bothmer - The General

A concert – perfectly synchronized with the film. Virtuoso and extremely funny: Stephan Graf von Bothmer interprets Buster Keaton's masterpiece The General live at the piano. With his music, he reveals the comedy, drama, and deep emotionality of the film, which is considered the greatest comedy of all time. Buster Keaton and his locomotive General rise to become the most popular comedy in film history. The film is one of the most significant comedies and is based on a true story: The locomotive engineer Johnnie Gray attempts to reclaim his locomotive General, which has been stolen by Northern spies, as well as the heart of his beloved. With quirky ideas and an exciting execution. This epic comedy was created at the height of Keaton's fame. The initial failure with audiences and critics marked the end of Keaton's financial and artistic independence. In the late 1950s, silent films were rediscovered; The General was at the center of attention. For more information: Information about the cultural weaving.