What nickname did Keaton earn for his deadpan expression in silent films?
The Great Stone Face
The Silent Joker
The Grim Comedian
The Statue of Laughter
Answer
Keaton earned the nickname "The Great Stone Face" for his deadpan expression in silent films. This was because he rarely showed emotion on his face, even in the most dramatic scenes. His stoic expression became one of his trademarks, and it helped to make him one of the most popular silent film stars of all time.
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