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Silent Film Concert “Der General”
9. November 2016 @ 20:00 - 21:30
7:30 PM
Protestant Kilianskirche, Korbach
Info
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