Buster Keaton: The Genius Destroyed by Hollywood

The film centers on the biographical journey of Buster Keaton. There is no explicit depiction of LGBTQ+ identities or stories that challenge the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.

The narrative focuses on the masculine experience of a fallen idol. It examines patriarchal Hollywood hierarchies but lacks a focus on women's ability to drive the story or subverting gender roles.

The documentary reflects the historical homogeneity of the late 1920s and early 1930s. It lacks evidence of diverse performers or casting from that era.

The film critiques traditional Western institutions by framing the studio system as a destructive force. It disrupts the celebratory mythos of American industrial success through systemic critique.

The documentary addresses the psychological and physical toll of professional collapse, specifically Keaton's alcoholism. It treats these realities as biographical facts rather than inspirational stories.