Hitchcock’s Blackmail: a silent cinema night under the stars in Arco

On August 12th, the charming atmosphere of Arco hosts an event of rare cinematic intensity. The Oratory square becomes the stage for a special screening of Blackmail (1929), a masterpiece marking a turning point in Alfred Hitchcock’s career. Although a sound version exists, the director’s documented preference for the expressive purity of the silent original defines this celebratory evening.

The experience is elevated by the live musical accompaniment of the Radio Days. This quintet, featuring Ivan Marini, Lorenzo Sighel, Michele Nascente, Michele Kettmaier, and Claudio Lombardi, weaves notes and images into a perfect synchrony, restoring the authentic feeling of classic cinema halls. This evening, organized by the NOI Oratorio Arco APS Association in collaboration with the Municipality, marks the grand finale of an outdoor film festival, offering a sophisticated blend of film history and vibrant live performance.

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