Toronto SILENT FILM Festival presents The Wild, the Beautiful...and the Damned Pt 1 March 30, 2011
Toronto, Ontario
OPENING NIGHT -World Premiere score performed live
MACISTE ALL'INFERNO (Maciste in Hell) 1926 Italian
Enter the visually dazzling world that inspired Fellini to become a director.
The strongest, most virtuous man on earth is lured into a baroque hell where he battles temptations and devils to make his way back to earth.
Live musical performance by award winning composer Andrew Downing and Ensemble with a score written especially for this event.
preceded by SHORTS FROM THE LAWLESS DAYS Europe 1896-1911
Inspired by the travelling cinemas at the turn of the 20th century, the early filmmakers artistry, imagination and experimentation is explored in 12 rarely screened films on subjects ranging from fantasy, comedy, erotica and vaudeville.
*Please note: this programme contains some mature subject matter and may not be suitable for all audiences including children
TSFF is proud to present award winning modern silent shorts with a selection from TUFF (Toronto Urban Film Festival)
Musical Interpretation on piano by Bill Lasovich
Official Website: http://www.torontosilentfilmfestival.com
Added by Toronto Film Society on January 30, 2011