Question 1

What dangerous incident occurred during the waterfall scene filming?

Accepted Answer

During filming, Buster Keaton was swept downstream when a safety cable broke, battered by rocks, and barely grabbed a branch before being rescued. This moment remains in the final print.

Question 2

What medical emergency happened to Buster Keaton during the waterfall scene?

Accepted Answer

Buster Keaton inhaled so much water during the shooting of the climactic waterfall scene that he required first aid.

Question 3

Where were the waterfall rescue scenes actually filmed?

Accepted Answer

The climactic waterfall rescue scenes were filmed on a set built over the swimming pool on the Keaton lot, with a miniature valley constructed below for long shots.

Question 4

What historically accurate vehicles were recreated for the film?

Accepted Answer

The film featured a faithful, mechanically accurate replica of Stephenson's Rocket steam engine and an early bicycle so accurate it was requested by the Smithsonian Institute.

Question 5

What tragic event occurred during production involving Joe Roberts?

Accepted Answer

Joe Roberts suffered a stroke during filming, insisted on returning to work, and died shortly after filming ended, making this his final film.

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