Project Keaton

Project Keaton post #37: Life Lessons from Buster. Submitted by Trevor Jost (one of my favorite Twitter peeps). One of the best things about this month has been getting to find out what it is about Keaton’s work that makes his fans so deeply loyal. Trevor Jost is one such ardent fan— his tumblr page A Modern Musketeer is veritable shrine to the great stone face. Here he tells us why:

I don’t really know how to begin, other than I really enjoy Buster Keaton. I can relate to the character he portrays, and he inspires me. Among the many things i have learned from watching Buster’s work, three things stand out:

1. Try to make the best out of anything life hands you.

2. Never give up, and never quit trying to achieve a goal.

3. Always try to remain calm, or at least give the appearance of being calm!

I would like my life to be like a Buster Keaton film.  Things might not be ideal, but think of the fun you would have! And that is really what Buster’s films are, a whole lot of fun!  Buster and I do share one thing in common, we were both born in Kansas.  I have heard people call him an accidental Kansan, which is absolutely true! If he were born just one week sooner, or one week later some other state would have the honor of claiming him! I’m so happy that Buster is so appreciated, and that his films continue to make people laugh. My hope is that 100 years from now, people still watch and enjoy Buster Keaton. Because i will cherish his films always!