This event is in the past.It took place on May 7, 2026 at The Castro Theatre.
Drama FilmDrama FilmStep into 1910s Denmark with two rare silent films at the gorgeous Castro Theatre. Asta Nielsen's gyrating Spider Dance in The Abyss made her a star, while Valdemar Psilander's final role in The Clown eerily mirrors his real-life tragedy. Live musical accompaniment brings both tales to life.
Historic movie palace
1910s Danish cinema
Live musical accompaniment
Free film screening
Tips
🎟️completely free admission
🎹live organ and piano accompaniment
🍿popcorn sometimes sells out early
SF Silent Film Festival "Amazing Tales"
Castro District
Drama FilmDrama FilmStep into 1910s Denmark with two rare silent films at the gorgeous Castro Theatre. Asta Nielsen's gyrating Spider Dance in The Abyss made her a star, while Valdemar Psilander's final role in The Clown eerily mirrors his real-life tragedy. Live musical accompaniment brings both tales to life.
Historic movie palace
1910s Danish cinema
Live musical accompaniment
Free film screening
Tips
🎟️completely free admission
🎹live organ and piano accompaniment
🍿popcorn sometimes sells out early
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