Silent Film: The General

Step back into the early days of cinema with Buster Keaton’s The General, one of the greatest silent films ever made. What audiences once experienced in the 1920s returns in full, with the film and live music unfolding together in real time. The orchestra becomes the voice of the story, shaping the humor, tension, and momentum of Keaton’s daring stunts and perfectly timed comedy. It’s a reminder of how music transforms what we see into an even more visceral experience.