Silent Film Concert “Der General”

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Quick Overview

USA 1926

Directors: Buster Keaton, Clyde Bruckman

Cast:
Buster Keaton: Johnny Gray
Marion Mack: Annabelle Lee
and others

Duration: approx. 80 minutes

Synopsis:

The General is a 1926 action-comedy film directed by and starring Buster Keaton. Set during the American Civil War, it is based on the historically documented Andrews Raid of April 12, 1862. Train engineer Johnny Gray single-handedly pursues his locomotive, “The General,” after it is stolen by Union spies. Through persistence, daring maneuvers, and ingenuity, he manages to reclaim both his train and the affection of his beloved Annabelle Lee. The General is considered one of the greatest comedies in film history.

Version:

New musical score for concert organ by Wilfried Kaets

Performer:
Wilfried Kaets on the Kuhn organ

Venue:
Evangelic Church
Kilianstraße 5
34497 Korbach

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