Silent Film “Sumurun”

Experience the magic of early cinema in a living, breathing concert hall with the Brandenburg Symphony Orchestra’s latest cinematic concert: Ernst Lubitsch’s 1920 silent classic *Sumurun*. Set against a fairy‑tale Oriental backdrop, *Sumurun* follows the forbidden love of the beautiful slave Sumurun and a young merchant, a jealous empress, a cunning dancer, and a fool who rises to become the story’s unexpected hero. Lubitsch weaves exotic sensuality, subtle irony, and powerful emotion into a richly textured film that still captivates modern audiences. Now enjoy the film on the big screen, with the orchestra playing live in full, under the baton of trombonist‑conductor and film‑music specialist Burkhard Götze. This immersive, symphonic accompaniment brings new depth to the silent screen, highlighting the drama of love, passion, and power that defines *Sumurun*.