FILM - Metropolis
2h 33m Not Rated 1927 This influential German science-fiction film presents a highly stylized futuristic city where a beautiful and cultured utopia exists above a bleak underworld populated by mistreated workers. When the privileged youth Freder (Gustav Fröhlich) discovers the grim scene under the..
Time & Location
Jan 03, 2025, 7:00 PM
Historic Temple Theatre of Viroqua, 116 S Main St, Viroqua, WI 54665, USA
About the event
2h 33m
Not Rated
1927
This influential German science-fiction film presents a highly stylized futuristic city where a beautiful and cultured utopia exists above a bleak underworld populated by mistreated workers. 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.