Northern Silents: The Mountain of Destiny

Northern Silents: The Mountain of Destiny Step into the daring world of early German mountain cinema, where no climber has yet conquered The Devil’s Peak—but a daring young mountaineer is determined to reach the summit. This newly restored 1920s feature by former geologist‑turned‑filmmaker Arnold Fanck brings the breathtaking, snow‑cloaked heights of the Alps to life in stunning clarity thanks to the Friedrich Wilhelm Murnau Foundation’s digital restoration. Critics still gush about the film: “This reviewer has never seen a picture, on or off Broadway, which has actually thrilled him more than The Mountain of Destiny…The majestic heights of the Alps are gloriously photographed.” — *Moving Picture World*, June 27, 1925. Experience the silent film’s haunting score performed live by acclaimed pianist Jonny Best at Harrogate Theatre, as the classic imagery is matched by modern audio fidelity. Secure your tickets and immerse yourself in a cinematic journey that captures the spirit of adventure, the allure of the mountains, and the raw joy of early filmmaking.