Berlin. Die Sinfonie der Großstadt

Discover the electrifying pulse of 1920s Berlin in “Berlin. Die Sinfonie der Großstadt,” a silent cinematic masterpiece brought to life by an exhilarating live performance from the Weimar State Orchestra, scored anew by Tobias PM Schneid (2015/16). Step into a world where moving water morphs into rhythmic undulations, transforming into railway tracks that carry a train through an early‑morning tableau of factories, signal boxes, and city streets. With each frame, the film immerses you in the city’s relentless energy—machines awakening at dawn, temples of steel that glow neon into night, and the vibrant, almost mythical pulse of a metropolis that never sleeps. Premiered a hundred years ago as a daring avant‑garde experiment, this 1920 film has earned its place as a cinematic classic, capturing the breakneck tempo of urban life in breathtaking abstraction—no actors, just the ever‑shifting cityscapes and the city’s own soundtrack. Schneid’s dense, expressive score breathes fresh life into the silent images, echoing Berlin’s modernity while honoring its history. Amplify your viewing experience with a literary dive into the era: Walter Bernhard Volker Kutscher’s “Babylon Berlin,” Erich Döblin’s “Berlin Alexanderplatz” (1929), or Joseph Roth’s “The Spider’s Web” (1923), each echoing the film’s themes of urban frenzy and social complexity. Join us for an unforgettable journey—experience the streets, the train, the music, and the heart of Berlin. Details & tickets.