Metropolis with live score by The New Pollutants
One of the most influential films of the German Expressionist period was Fritz Lang’s dazzling science fiction, Metropolis. Set in the distant future (2026!), this incredible visual feast of special effects and unimaginable realities foretells a world where industry and privilege feed off the misery of the working underclass. Into this mix of tension and strife, a story of love and humanity prevails.
This very special screening of the influential sci-fi classic features the acclaimed re-score by The New Pollutants.
This special, outdoor performance is co-presented by ACMI.
Format: Digital
Language: Silent with English intertitles
Courtesy: Murnau Stiftung
Duration: 143 mins
Musical duo Benjamin Speed and Tyson Hopprich are accompanied by vocalist Astrid Pill and cellist Zoe Barry to present their much-lauded score blending Germanic trip hop, lo-fi electronica and classical music. Conceived, composed and recorded over twelve months, this landmark re-score has been celebrated by The Advertiser as a “once in a lifetime experience”.