Edward F. Cline

Edward F. Cline emerged as a master of silent screen comedy, transitioning from Keystone Kops performer to a pivotal gagman and director for Mack Sennett. He honed his craft orchestrating the slapstick brilliance of Buster Keaton and other comedic talents throughout the 1920s. Cline's keen comedic instincts and impeccable timing made him a sought-after director, particularly noted for his col... morelaborations with W.C. Fields. He helmed some of Fields' most celebrated works, including "The Bank Dick" and "My Little Chickadee," solidifying his legacy as a key architect of cinematic hilarity. less