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Silents Synced - R.E.M. X Buster Keaton's Sherlock Jr.
Silents Synced - R.E.M. X Buster Keaton's Sherlock Jr.

Silents Synced - R.E.M. X Buster Keaton's Sherlock Jr.

Running time: 74 mins

Genre: Comedy, Action, Music

Directed by: Buster Keaton

Release Date: 05/02/2026

Starring: Buster Keaton, Kathryn McGuire, Joe Keaton, Ward Crane, R.E.M.

Silents Synced pairs classic silent movies with epic rock music to bring audiences a unique big-screen experience. This reimagining of the iconic Sherlock Jr. (1924) features REM's Monster (1994) and New Adventures in Hi-Fi (1996) albums. In this sublime comedy teetering between reality and illusion, Buster Keaton stars as a film projectionist who dreams of becoming a detective. He uses his limited skills when he is framed by a rival for stealing his girlfriend’s father’s pocket watch. Keaton reportedly broke his neck performing one of the many dangerous practical stunts in the film. Whether you’re a movie lover or a rock music fan this is an experience you won’t want to miss!! Sherlock Jr. will be preceded by a special presentation of one of Keaton’s classic short film works, The Balloonatic (1923), soundtracked by a new composition by renowned Brazilian electronic artist, Amon Tobin.

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