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Silent Film Concert “The General”
22. March 2014 @ 20:00 - 21:30
Info
Sa. 22.03.2014
20.00 Uhr
Conservatoire Ville d’Esch-sur-Alzette (Luxembourg)
General:
USA 1926
Directors: Buster Keaton, Clyde Bruckman
Cast:
Buster Keaton – Johnny Gray
Marion Mack – Annabelle Lee
and others
Duration: approx. 80 min.
General:
The General is a 1926 action-comedy film by and starring Buster Keaton. Set during the American Civil War, it is based on the historically documented Andrews Raid of April 12, 1862. Locomotive engineer Johnnie Gray sets off alone to chase down his beloved train, “The General,” after it is hijacked by Union spies. Through determination, daring stunts, and clever improvisation, he succeeds in reclaiming both his engine and the affection of his sweetheart, Annabelle Lee. The General is considered one of the greatest comedies in film history.
Version:
New musical score for organ, MIDI vibraphone, percussion, and live electronics by Wilfried Kaets
Participants:
Wilfried Kaets – Organ
Norbert Krämer – MIDI vibraphone, percussion, live electronics
Information:
Screening on a large screen in original silent film format and at historically accurate reduced speed
Venue Address:
Ville d’Esch-sur-Alzette
Boîte Postale 145
L-4002 Esch-sur-Alzette