The Passion of Joan of Arc / Dreyer – The ‘Eternal Time’ of Cinema…

Step into the silent, yet unforgettable world of Carl Theodor Dreyer’s 1928 masterpiece, *The Passion of Joan of Arc*. With a record‑setting budget of 9 million francs and complete artistic freedom, Dreyer turned the harrowing events of 30 May 1431—Joan’s final day at the execution square in Rouen—into a cinematic triumph that still defines world cinema. This concert film brings the raw, unfiltered intensity of Joan’s trials to the screen, drawing upon meticulous research of authentic interrogation transcripts and a single day’s worth of powerful narrative. The grand sets form a backdrop, but it is the raw, humanity‑filled performances—led by Renée Falconetti, whose portrayal gives Joan both mortal suffering and transcendent immortality—that steal the show. Dreyer’s work remains a cornerstone and a touchstone for generations of filmmakers, weaving screen metaphysics seamlessly into cinematic realism. Witness the “eternal time” of cinema captured in this breathtaking, silent theatre that continues to resonate with audiences, critics, and artists worldwide.