BUSTER KEATON : 'One Week' and 'The Scarecrow' analysis . Use of Film Form - Buster is not really known for cuts in his editing in his short films. However in the scarecrow, there are many, more than usual. This is because of the scene where buster is being chased by the dog. Dogs are clearly faster than humans so in the film he has to cut each shot to make the dog chase seem long , funny and entertaining. He does this by running out of shot, around corners and then cutting the shot to new scenery. - mostly long shots (to frame large scale stunts, set pieces and gags); especially in One Week -exaggerated performances -long takes (to display large scale stunts, set pieces and gags in their entirety) -mostly invisible editing Buster Keaton's film persona In one week, Buster Keaton already HAS a love where as in Scarecrow, he is looking for his love and keeps failing. Another persona is in the scene where he is trying to have a posh dinner party, trying ...