"The San Francisco Silent Film Festival is devoted to the presentation of live cinema-films from cinema's silent era with live musical accompaniment, featuring 26 films from six different countries."
"This year's festival includes 22 programs over five days, all with live musical accompaniment, including the free Amazing Tales From the Archives show highlighting film preservation."
"Queen Kelly, directed by Erich von Stroheim, is a late silent-era masterpiece reconstructed from surviving footage, showcasing Gloria Swanson's emotional range from innocent girl to hardened brothel keeper."
The San Francisco Silent Film Festival, now in its 29th year, features 26 films from six countries and 22 musicians. The festival runs from May 6-10, presenting 22 programs, including a free show titled Amazing Tales From the Archives. The festival emphasizes the importance of film preservation and highlights the work of film archives. One of the featured films is Queen Kelly, directed by Erich von Stroheim, showcasing Gloria Swanson's performance. The festival takes place at the historic Castro Theatre, celebrating the silent film era.
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