Day Of Wrath
Northwest Film Forum
Seattle, WA
(Carl Theodor Dreyer, Denmark, 1943, 35mm, 97 min)
In honor of the film's 65th anniversary were pleased to unearth this under-recognized Dreyer classic, complete with a brand-new restoration (each frame of the original negative was cleaned and digitally scanned to create a new 35mm print!). Called one of the most completely moving films ever made by film critic Pauline Kael, seeing Day of Wrath is not only a chance to view the work of a true auteur but also an opportunity to view something that is a part of history, since it was filmed in Nazi-occupied Denmark right before Dreyer fled. Set against the 17th Century anti-witchcraft craze, Day of Wrath is the story of an aging parson's young wife, who finds herself attracted to her stepson. Described as a damning critique of power disguised as morality the film was a commentary on the Nazi rise to power, but it remains timeless and its messages still resonate today. Though both thematically weighty and artistically constructed, Day of Wrath is still a good choice for viewers looking to have fun; witch hunters, a love triangle and a deadly betrayal all offer plenty of high-quality entertainment.
"The most compelling release of 2008 so far, a devastating period piece about love, betrayal and cruelty. I'd be saving a spot for it near the top of my 10-best list if the movie hadn't been made 65 years ago. An electric, unforgettable experience." - Andrew O'Hehir, Salon
Note: Seating is guaranteed up to 10 minutes prior to showtime.
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Sales have ended for this event. Tickets may still be available at the door.
This event has ended or online sales are no longer available. Tickets may still be available at the NWFF box office 30 minutes prior to showtime. Please visit www.nwfilmforum.org for a schedule of upcoming events.
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| First: | Friday Dec 26, 2008 7:00 PM | | Last: | Thursday Jan 01, 2009 9:00 PM |
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Northwest Film Forum
1515 12th Ave [at Pike]
Seattle, WA 98122
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