Cinema concert Tartuff

Experience the chilling brilliance of F.W. Murnau’s 1925 silent film masterpiece, *Tartuff (Holdup)*, like never before! This captivating classic tells the story of a wealthy patriarch seemingly cared for by a devoted housekeeper – but appearances are deceiving. Driven by greed, she plots to steal his fortune, leading to a shocking and suspenseful narrative within a narrative, a parable about the dangers of hypocrisy. Accompanying Murnau's iconic visuals is a breathtaking live orchestral performance by Giuseppe Becce (Detlev Glanert), meticulously reconstructed, orchestrated, and arranged. Becce’s score is a work of genius, a powerful and often unsettling exploration of greed and deceit, characterized by its dramatic use of intense and evocative chords. A pivotal figure in the evolution of cinema music, Becce’s talent was widely celebrated, particularly within the world of German silent films. Don't miss this unforgettable fusion of visual artistry and musical innovation!