I truly believe that this movie would be held in higher esteem if not for its odd title. I inadvertently went on a streak earlier this summer watching unfortunately named movies (others included Mildred Pierce, Mrs. Miniver, and Du Barry was a Lady). Our Hospitality is comic genius plain and simple. Buster Keaton portrays a young man who left his hometown as a baby only to return to collect his inheritance. He pictures a picturesque estate, but when he arrives he realizes he has been bequeathed a role in a generations spanning family feud. Of course, he immediately falls in love with the beautiful daughter of his enemy family. Hi-jinks ensue and the film culminates with an impressive trip down white water. As with my other movies from 1923, this is available on YouTube for free and is certainly worth your time.
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