L'Atlantide (1921)

Journey to the lost empire of Atlantis in this breathtaking concert film experience! Witness Jacques Feyder’s 1921 silent masterpiece, *L'Atlantide*, brought to vibrant life with a specially commissioned score by acclaimed composer Maripepa Contreras and performed by the extraordinary Marmoucha Orchestra. Inspired by Pierre Benoit’s bestselling French novel, Feyder embarked on a remarkable eight-month location shoot in the Sahara, capturing stunning desert landscapes and lavish sets that captivated audiences upon its original release and remain visually mesmerizing today. Follow two French legionnaires as they become entangled in the perilous world of Antinéa, ruler of the legendary lost city. Contreras’s dynamic score masterfully blends traditional Saharan music with original compositions and electrifying live improvisation, perfectly mirroring the story’s emotional depths and thrilling twists. Prepare to be transported!