Metropolis is a 1927 German expressionist science-fiction silent film directed by Fritz Lang and written by Thea von Harbou in collaboration with Lang, based on von Harbou’s 1925 novel of the same name. It stars Gustav Fröhlich, Alfred Abel, Rudolf Klein-Rogge, and Brigitte Helm.
In a futuristic city sharply divided between the working class and the city planners, the son of the city’s mastermind falls in love with a working-class prophet who predicts the coming of a savior to mediate their differences. When the privileged youth Freder (Gustav Fröhlich) discovers the grim scene under the city, he becomes intent on helping the workers. He befriends the rebellious teacher Maria (Brigitte Helm), but this puts him at odds with his authoritative father, leading to greater conflict.
Metropolis has been lauded as one of the most influential films of all time.
The film is available here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uPIZAYmx4sI
Watch Metropolis before Thursday, January 29, then join the Zoom meeting at 7:00PM and come prepared with your comments and questions. Previous DGC Vice President and Board Member Dr. Christoph Weber will once again be our moderator, and other Board Members will participate in the discussion as well.
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