METROPOLIS (RECONSTRUCTED & RESTORED VERSION) (1927)

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Metropolis is among the most famous of all German films and the mother of sci-fi cinema (an influence on Blade Runner and Star Wars, among countless other films). Its jaw-dropping production values, iconic imagery, and modernist grandeur was described by Luis Bunuel as 'a captivating symphony of movement'. The film depicts a dystopian future in which society is divided in two: while anonymous workers conduct their endless drudgery below ground their rulers enjoy a decadent life of leisure and luxury. When Freder ventures into the depths in search of the beautiful Maria, plans of rebellion are revealed and a Maria-replica robot is programmed to incite the workers into a self-destructive riot. A'Holy Grail' among film finds, Metropolis is presented here in a newly reconstructed and restored version after the discovery of 25 minutes of footage previously thought lost to the world. If you haven't seen this, or any other version for that matter, now is your chance. A Blu-Ray copy is also available.