Festival du Cinéma muet d'Anères: The Fourth Alliance of Dame Marguerite

Experience the captivating charm of *The Fourth Alliance of Dame Marguerite*, a rarely seen 1920 Swedish comedy from cinematic master Carl Theodor Dreyer. This delightful film tells the story of Sofren, a gifted young preacher desperate to become a pastor. His path is complicated by a peculiar requirement: he must marry Dame Marguerite, the seventy-year-old widow of the previous pastor – marking her fourth marriage! With the clever assistance of his fiancée, Mari, Sofren attempts to navigate this unusual situation, resorting to a daring disguise as the devil to rid himself of the troublesome Dame Marguerite. Visually stunning and brimming with inventive humor, *The Fourth Alliance of Dame Marguerite* is a cinematic gem, showcasing Dreyer’s remarkable ability to blend visual artistry with playful irony. The film’s striking use of black and white creates a luminous, painterly effect, crafting a uniquely rhythmic and captivating experience. A welcome change of pace from Dreyer's more dramatic works, this fresh and vibrant comedy, with its Rabelaisian breadth, offers a truly delightful and unforgettable journey. Join us for this special presentation of a forgotten classic, newly restored and subtitled.