VCT Presents Silent Movie Mondays: The Lodger: A Story of the London Fog

Step back into the roaring 1920s with VCT’s “Silent Movie Mondays: The Lodger – A Story of the London Fog,” a cinematic night that transports you to Vancouver’s historic Orpheum Theatre for an unforgettable screening of Alfred Hitchcock’s 1927 masterpiece. This immersive experience pairs the film with dramatic, live music performed on the theatre’s legendary Wurlitzer organ – the last operating theatre organ in Canada to still play in its original home. Before the lights dim, immerse yourself further in the era with the Gatsby Strutters Jazz Band at the West Coast Lounge, followed by a special performance from the Wurlitzer’s featured organist, Koos van Nieuwkoop. The magic will linger after the credits as Keith Blackmore of the Vancouver Film School leads a lively discussion on the film and the vital role silent cinema has played in shaping the history of film. “The Lodger” is Hitchcock’s true directorial debut, hailed as his first critical and commercial triumph. The haunting silent thriller follows a mysterious young man who takes up residence in a London boardinghouse just as the city is threatened by a terrifying killer known as the Avenger. Don’t miss this chance to experience a slice of film history, live music, and insightful conversation in one unforgettable evening. [Details & tickets]