Dans la Nuit
Live music by Stephen Horne
A mining disaster upends the life of newlyweds in this extraordinary late silent-era film, directed by and starring Charles Vanel. While it passed without much notice upon its release, his labor of love displays not only technical bravura but also sincere feeling for the working-class France of Vanel’s upbringing.
Restoration by Institut Lumière
Supported by French Cultural Services, Villa Albertine San Francisco
Live music by Stephen Horne
Based at London’s BFI Southbank, Stephen Horne is considered one of the leading silent film accompanists working today and his music has met with acclaim worldwide. Principally a pianist, he often incorporates other instruments into his performances, sometimes playing them simultaneously. He has recorded music for DVD releases and television broadcasts of silent films and regularly performs internationally.
Image credit: Pamela Gentile
Details
Director
Charles Vanel
Country
France
Year
1929
Cast
Charles Vanel, Sandra Milovanoff
Runtime
91 min
Print Source
Institut Lumière
Format
DCP