Festival du Cinéma muet d'Anères: The Veil of Happiness

Experience the enchanting world of *The Veil of Happiness*, a rediscovered gem from 1923 French cinema! This captivating silent film, originally a celebrated stage production imagined by Georges Clemenceau, tells the poignant tale of a wealthy Chinese man who loses his sight and lives a life of blissful contentment with his family. But what happens when his sight is miraculously restored? He’s confronted with the harsh realities of deceit, greed, and ingratitude from those closest to him. Prepare to be transported to Old China with meticulously recreated settings and a vibrant performance by an exceptional Chinese troupe. This beautifully restored DCP copy, thanks to the CNC, the Eye Filmmuseum, the Édouard-Émile Violet estate, and the Fondation Musée Clemenceau, is brought to life with a live score by Antoine Sahler (piano, bugle) and Amos Mah (violoncelle). As Cinemagazine declared in 1923, "An undeniable success!" – don’t miss this rare opportunity to witness a cinematic treasure. The screening will be presented by Hermine Cognie (CNC).