Here's a bit of news that's bound to excite all you Buster Keaton fans out there. The Barbican (slogan: ugly but friendly) has decided to offer a screening of Sherlock Jr. with live piano accompaniment at 2:30 pm on November 22nd. Sure you could save £9 and just watch it at home, but where's the fun in that? I recommend getting fully immersed in the spirit of the thing by making your own porkpie hat. Nothing could be simpler; all you need is a grey Stetson fedora, some water, a pair of scissors, and a screw loose.
Just a side note -- more a caveat, actually: the film, along with Keaton's short, One Week, is being shown as part of the 2009 Children's Film Festival, so be prepared for audience participation that deviates somewhat from the norm. You can find out more by clicking here.
