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: Buster Keaton was a master of physical comedy and special effects, directing and starring in classics like The General (1926), which featured the most expensive shot of the era—a real train crashing into a river.

: Charlie Chaplin became the first global superstar with his "Tramp" character, often compared to Shakespeare or Dickens for his cultural impact. Silent Movie

: A massive 3.5-hour epic by D.W. Griffith that weaves together four separate historical stories. The Tragic Loss of History : Buster Keaton was a master of physical

One of the most significant parts of the silent movie story is how much has been lost. It is estimated that . Silent Movie

: Fritz Lang’s sci-fi epic, famous for its visionary set design and influence on later films like Blade Runner .