Unleash Your Inner General: Dive Deep into Fandom and Legacy!
A heart-pounding chase unfolds as a brave engineer races to reclaim his stolen locomotive and rescue his love amid Civil War chaos, blending thrilling stunts, timeless romance, and comedic misadventures into a cinematic masterpiece.
The General Trivia
What year was the silent film "The General," starring Buster Keaton, released? (Expert)
#1: 1926
#2: 1927
#3: 1928
#4: 1929
What is the primary historical event that the film "The General" is based on? (Hard)
#1: The American Civil War
#2: The War of 1812
#3: The Revolutionary War
#4: The Spanish-American War
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The General Fun Facts
The General, a character from the movie The General, is based on a real-life locomotive called The Great Locomotive Chase, which was involved in a daring Civil War espionage attempt by Union soldiers in 1862.
The General was actually portrayed by a different locomotive in several scenes, as the original train was damaged during filming.
The General Polls
What is your favorite aspect of The General?
The historical significance
The storytelling approach
The character development
The visual effects
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What is your favorite character in The General?
The General Himself
The Supporting Characters
The Antagonists
The Sidekicks
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