

A bookish college student dismissive of athletics is compelled to try out sports to win the affection of the girl he loves.
Stunts
Keaton's athletic pratfalls are genuinely dangerous
Direction
Keaton's deadpan timing remains unmatched
Editing
Rapid-fire gags never overstay their welcome

Director
James W. Horne
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Keaton performed the grueling sports sequences himself at age 32, no stunt doubles.
Made during the silent era's twilight; Keaton's features were already being sidelined for talkies.