SAPPHO, a sumptuously photographed German psychodrama from 1921, stars Pola Negri as a seductive Parisian socialite who ensnares hapless brothers Richard and Andreas de la Croix. Decadent boudoirs, bereft lovers’ deranged visions, and a shockingly tragic conclusion set during Carnivale make director Dmitri Buchowetzki’s brooding, rarely screened portrait of mad love must-see viewing. World renowned silent film accompanist Michael Mortilla will provide the evening’s music.
“The role is Sapphic. And as Mme. Negri plays it, it is graphic.” New York Times, March 5, 1923
DATE: Thursday, October 13
TIME: 5 PM
PLACE: The James Bridges Theater in Melnitz Hall
ALL CRANK SCREENINGS ARE FREE!
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