He mentored Charlie Chaplin, discovered Buster Keaton, and changed film comedy forever - before a scandal destroyed his career. His name was Roscoe "Fatty" Arbuckle. Though you may recognize his name or face, few know the heartbreaking story of his life. This documentary short takes a look back at his controversial life & career to highlight what an instrumental figure he was in the evolution of cinema and why he should be more remembered today.
Roscoe Arbuckle's sound shorts are owned by Warner Brothers. Purchase here:
https://www.warnerbros.com/movies/vitaphone-comedy-collection-volume-1-roscoe-fatty-arbuckle-shemp-howard
Roscoe Arbuckle's silent shorts are owned by Kino Lorber. Purchase here:
https://www.kinolorber.com/film/view/id/2336
Written, Compiled and Presented by Joe Ramoni
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