Silent Film: Kid Boots (1926)

Featuring live music accompaniment by Hank Troy.

A 100-year tradition, the beloved Chautauqua Silent Film Series continues with Kid Boots (1926). Kid Boots is a silent comedy starring Eddie Cantor as Samuel “Kid” Boots, a hapless tailor’s clerk who becomes an unlikely witness in a wealthy man’s divorce case. As he helps his new friend avoid a scheming ex-wife, Boots finds himself caught up in romantic mix-ups, golf resort antics, and a series of increasingly outrageous adventures. Filled with slapstick humor, mistaken identities, and thrilling stunt sequences, Kid Boots showcases Cantor’s energetic comedic style in his feature film debut.

Doug Demusz

Doug Demusz, a passionate lifetime member of Colorado's outdoor community who enjoys backpacking, adventure cycling, backcountry skiing, along with creating music, and a well rounded appreciation of literature, and community events.