Fritz Lang’s German expressionist sci-fi classic with live accompaniment by Scott Smith on the Mighty Wurlitzer Theater Organ!

Made during the Wiemar period, Metropolis is set in a futuristic urban dystopia.  The film follows the attempts of Freder, the wealthy son of the city master, and Maria, a saintly figure to the workers, to overcome the vast gulf separating the classes in their city and bring the workers together with Joh Fredersen, the city master.

Met with mixed reception upon release, Metropolis is now lauded for is powerful imagery, beautiful set design,and complex special effects.  In 2008 a damaged print of Lang's original cut of the film was found in a museum in Argentina.  After a long restoration process that required additional materials provided by a print from new Zealand, the film was 95% restored to Lang's original vision

Metropolis is accompanied by Scott Smith on the Mighty Wurlitzer organ.  After the movie, attendees are invited to tour our organ chamber.

Doors - 7:00 PM

Film - 8:00 PM

Tickets - $12 | Not Rated | Please note that there will not be a pre-film organ overture.

Silents at the Senate is supported by the Detroit Knight Arts Challenge

The Senate Theater and The Detroit Theater Organ Society is supported by The Michigan Arts and Culture Council and The National Endowment for the Arts.