Festival Lumière: Metropolis film concert

Festival Lumière: Metropolis film concert Join us for a breathtaking celebration of Fritz Lang’s 1927 silent classic *Metropolis* – the pinnacle of German Expressionism and a timeless meditation on the future of society. In a restored extended version that greets the screen in striking black‑and‑white, the film’s towering megacity, castaways of the underground, and glittering elite come alive with a new, visionary score. The world premiere of Don Davis’s composition—renowned for his work on the *Matrix* trilogy—begins with him conducting the Lyon National Orchestra, the first live performance ever presented in concert to accompany this legendary masterpiece. Experience the story that captivated a generation: in a future where workers toil as slaves underground, the privileged live in paradisiacal excess. Freder, the city’s ruler’s son, falls in love with Maria, a street‑wise resident of the slums. In an attempt to quell rising rebellion, a mad scientist creates a robotic double of Maria, leading to a climax that examines power, identity, and the consequences of unchecked ambition. Stars such as Brigitte Helm, Gustav Fröhlich, Alfred Abel, and Rudolf Klein‑Rogge have graced the silver screen, but this 2026 event offers a fresh auditory perspective—coaxed by the Europäische FilmPhilharmonie’s patronage. Don Davis’s sweeping, modern score is woven seamlessly throughout the film’s 1.37‑aspect ratio frame, highlighting the surreal architecture, the relentless rhythm of the machines, and the human yearning that drives the narrative. As cars scale soaring skyscrapers and a mad scientist experiments with cloning, the orchestra captures the epic scale and emotional depth in a way that has never before been heard in concert. Come witness the living, breathing symphony that honours Fritz Lang’s original vision—and reimagines it for a new audience. Secure your place to experience this historic, cinematic rendezvous. External links: Details & tickets