Roscoe Arbuckle

Roscoe Arbuckle

How did one scandal erase Arbuckle's brilliant legacy?

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23 mins

Explore how Arbuckle challenged norms around body, gender, and desire through bold, comedic performances. Discover the scandal that erased his legacy, and how his cultural impact is being reconsidered today.

Ep 1:

How Did Arbuckle Redefine Sexuality Through His Large Body?

Ep 2:

How Did Arbuckle Use His Fame to Boost Soldiers' Morale During WW1?

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Discussions (12)

Marcus

Level 5 · 9 mo ago

Arbuckle smashing that bottle in front of the cops is legendary behavior! And marrying Addie before she was even divorced? That is some serious tea.

Milo

Level 4 · 8 mo ago

The problem is that Zukor sacrificed Arbuckle to save Paramount. He forced the ban to write off unreleased films and let Hays take the blame.

Lamar

Level 2 · 8 mo ago

The studios snaked him out for dollar signs 🐍

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