Who were Buster Keaton, Charlie Chaplin and Harold Lloyd and why were they so influential? Filmmakers/actors that used Physical comedy and gags that became extremely popular in the 1920’s.

Give examples of some of the films that they made and mention some of the filmmakers they influenced. Safety last! (Harold Lloyd. 1923), The Kid (Charlie Chaplin, 1921) , The Cameraman (Buster Keaton, 1928) Jacques Tati (1950-60’s) French filmmaker/actor who used lots of physical comedy inspired by Charlie Chaplin. Toto (1950’s) Italian actor.